1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
- Pets (under 10kg)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£93
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£124
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
12 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
13 h 40 m
Trains on 17 Sept
7
Distance
796 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pisa to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pisa to Catania will cost around £124 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £93.
To travel from Pisa to Catania you need to make at least one change.
InterCityNotte 899+
Intercity 723
Intercity 501 · Intercity 727
FRECCIARGENTO 8583+
Intercity 727
FRECCIARGENTO 8591+
InterCityNotte 1959
FRECCIARGENTO 8591+
InterCityNotte 1959+
Regionale 5385
FRECCIAROSSA 9613+
Intercity 727+
FRECCIARGENTO 8551
FRECCIARGENTO 8583+
Intercity 727
FRECCIARGENTO 8591+
InterCityNotte 1959+
Regionale 5385
Regionale Veloce 4048+
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+
InterCityNotte 1955
InterCityNotte 899+
Intercity 723Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Pisa to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £82 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £82, while a train costs an average of £93.
Distance: 796 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£93 Average Price | £88 Average Price | £82 Average Price Cheapest | £192 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 13m Average total duration 13h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 15h 37m Average total duration 15h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Pisa to Catania:
A coach is £5 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pisa to Catania costing on average £88.
A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pisa to Catania costing on average £93.
Other travel options to Catania take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 43m.
Coach takes on average 15h 7m.
Tickets start at around £93 compared to roughly £192 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £99. The journey takes 13h 43m versus 11h 40m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Pisa to Catania trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
People Mover PM216+ InterCityNotte 899+ Intercity 723 | 23:50 Pisa | 17h19 | 17:09 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
InterCityNotte 899+ Intercity 723 | 2:56 Pisa Centrale | 14h13 | 17:09 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 501 · Intercity 727 | 6:47 Pisa Centrale | 14h38 | 21:25 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8583+ Intercity 727 | 7:33 Pisa Centrale | 13h52 | 21:25 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8551+ FRECCIAROSSA 9613+ Intercity 727 | 9:15 Pisa Centrale | 12h10 | 21:25 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4048+ FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 17:32 Pisa Centrale | 14h08 | 7:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8591+ InterCityNotte 1959+ Regionale 5385 | 20:38 Pisa Centrale | 13h59 | 10:37 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8591+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 20:38 Pisa Centrale | 14h19 | 10:57 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
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Trains from Pisa to Catania run on average 7 times per day, taking around 13h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 796 km distance in 13h 59m.
Distance 796 km |
Average train duration 13h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 13h 59m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Discover the best of Catania — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Catania trip today.
Civic museum inside Castello Ursino with paintings, archaeology and applied arts. A strong introduction to Catania’s layered past.
Museum devoted to the 1943 Allied landings in Sicily, using documents and immersive displays. Worth visiting for modern military history.
Museum in the former Benedictine monastery displaying Roman and Greek finds from Catania and nearby sites. Compact and historically rich.
Grand central square framed by baroque buildings, the cathedral and the Elephant Fountain. Essential for first-time visitors and evening strolls.
Elegant historic street lined with churches and palaces. It is one of Catania’s most atmospheric walks, especially in the quieter morning hours.
Large civic garden with shaded paths, fountains and varied planting. A pleasant break from the stone city centre and a favourite local promenade.
Crisp fried rice balls filled with ragù, peas and cheese. A Sicilian street food classic, especially iconic in Catania for quick savoury eating.
Pasta alla Norma combines pasta with tomato, fried aubergine, ricotta salata and basil. It is Catania’s signature pasta dish, named after Bellini’s opera.
Horse meat grilled over coals, often served as meatballs or steaks. It is a long-standing Catania speciality, especially linked to informal city grills.
Well-known pastry and café stop for granita, cannoli and Sicilian breakfast sweets, with an elegant yet approachable feel.
Popular trattoria serving classic Sicilian dishes such as Pasta alla Norma and seafood pasta in a relaxed central setting.
Historic seafood restaurant near the fish market, known for fresh local catches and a traditional, lively Catania atmosphere.
Moderate for Sicily: food and local transport are good value, while central stays in peak season can raise costs versus smaller Sicilian towns.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service, round up taxi fares, and small change is enough in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pisa to Catania by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Catania, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Pisa to Catania trains use the Pisa Centrale to Catania Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Pisa and Catania train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pisa Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Panetteria Binario 1
There is free Wi-Fi available at the McDonald's.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 20:30. Information desks are located just outside the station on Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II.
Luggage storage is there is a luggage storage office near the end of Platform 1.
Available at Pisa Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pisa Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pisa Centrale: Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators, ramps, and disabled parking. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Pisa, Hotel La Pace, Hotel Maria.
Pisa San Rossore is 1 km from Pisa city centre. Public transport options include:
Pisa San Rossore has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Ristorante pizzeria, SushiKing, Ristorante Cinese Oriente
The ticket office is open 24/7.
Available at Pisa San Rossore: Parking, WC.
Available at Pisa San Rossore: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pisa San Rossore: Elevators on every platform. Sala Blu services can be reached at +39 0647308579.
Nearby hotels include Rosso di Sera Relais Tuscany, Le Cascine, Camping Village Torre Pendente.
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