1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
- Pets (under 10kg)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£63
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£90
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
9 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
10 h 7 m
Trains on 17 Sept
7
Distance
537 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Catania will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 7 trains from Rome to Catania, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 537 km distance in an average of 10 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Intercity 723
Intercity 727
InterCityNotte 1955
InterCityNotte 1959
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
Intercity 727
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
Intercity 727
Intercity 723
Intercity 727
FRECCIAROSSA 9325+
InterCityNotte 1955+
Regionale 12953
FRECCIAROSSA 9325+
InterCityNotte 1955Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, while a train costs an average of £73.
Distance: 537 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£73 Average Price | £61 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £125 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 46m Average total duration 9h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration Fastest 5h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 21m Average total duration 8h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Catania:
A coach is £31 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Catania costing on average £61.
A coach is £42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Catania costing on average £73.
Other travel options to Catania take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 51m.
Train takes on average 9h 16m.
Tickets start at around £73 compared to roughly £125 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £51. The journey takes 9h 16m versus 8h 37m 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.
Direct services run with Intercity Notte, Intercity.
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 Rome 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 1955 | 20:14 Rome Termini | 11h26 | 7:40 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 1959 | 23:52 Rome Termini | 11h05 | 10:57 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
Intercity 723 | 7:26 Rome Termini | 9h43 | 17:09 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 727 | 11:26 Rome Termini | 9h59 | 21:25 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | 12:01 Rome Termini | 9h24 | 21:25 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
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Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Rome to Catania run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 537 km distance in 9h 25m.
Distance 537 km |
Average train duration 9h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 9h 25m |
First train 5:01 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 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 Rome 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 Rome to Catania trains use the Roma Termini to Catania Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Catania train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
Roma Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Rock n’ Coffee Roma, Arabian Kebab, Ingredienti, McDonald’s, Numb's Bakery Café
Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes. ATMs are located on the ground floor level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20. Information desks are located inside the main terminal. .
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tiburtina: Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include B&B Rome Tiburtina, B&B Alba Domus Roma, Hotel delle Province.
Roma Ostiense is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Ostiense has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ramen Bar Akira, Eataly Roma
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Roma Ostiense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Roma Ostiense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Ostiense: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Abitart, Hotel San Anselmo, Hotel Villa San Pio.
Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (Capolinea Sais) is 3 km from Catania city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (Capolinea Sais) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (Capolinea Sais).
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