The cheapest and fastest trains from Salerno to Catania
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
6 h 37 m
Average duration
6 h 54 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salerno to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salerno to Catania will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
Of the 6 trains that leave Salerno for Catania every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 354 km distance in an average of 6 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 12 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 72714:247h01Salerno station21:25Catania Centrale£471One-way0 changes
Intercity 72714:247h01Salerno station21:25Catania Centrale£471One-way0 changes
Intercity 72310:326h37Salerno station17:09Catania Centrale£471One-way0 changes
Intercity 72310:326h37Salerno station17:09Catania Centrale£471One-way0 changes
Regionale 5087+
Intercity 72713:577h28Duomo - Via Vernieri21:25Catania Centrale£481One-way1 change
Intercity 72310:326h37Salerno station17:09Catania Centrale£471One-way0 changes
Intercity 72310:326h37Salerno station17:09Catania Centrale£471One-way0 changes
Intercity 72714:247h01Salerno station21:25Catania Centrale£471One-way0 changes
Intercity 72714:247h01Salerno station21:25Catania Centrale£471One-way0 changes
Regionale 5085+
Intercity 7239:577h12Duomo - Via Vernieri17:09Catania Centrale£481One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Salerno to Catania
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salerno to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £17.
Distance: 354 km
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£46 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price | £33 Average Price |
7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 47m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Salerno to Catania train times
The table below shows live departures for Salerno to Catania trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:25 Salerno | 8h09 | 17:34 Catania | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:24 Salerno | 7h01 | 19:25 Catania | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:24 Salerno | 8h10 | 21:34 Catania | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Intercity?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Intercity, but also compare tickets for the likes of Intercity Notte, Italo or Frecciarossa to find the best option for your trip from Salerno to Catania.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salerno to Catania
Trains from Salerno to Catania run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 354 km distance in 6h 37m.
Distance 354 km |
Average train duration 6h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 6h 37m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte, Italo, Frecciarossa from Salerno to Catania trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte, Italo, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Salerno and Catania from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Salerno to Catania train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salerno 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salerno and Catania
Most Salerno to Catania trains use the Salerno to Catania Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Salerno and Catania train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Salerno station do trains to Catania leave from?
Getting to Salerno from Salerno city centre
Salerno train station facilities and services
Salerno has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Cicirinella, La Botte Pazza, Puro
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salerno. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salerno. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salerno: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salerno: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salerno: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza, Grand Hotel Salerno, Hotel Montestella, Hotel Montestella.
Getting to Duomo - Via Vernieri from Salerno city centre
Duomo - Via Vernieri train station facilities and services
Duomo - Via Vernieri has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Cicirinella, Osteria dei Sapori
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Duomo - Via Vernieri.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Duomo - Via Vernieri: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Duomo - Via Vernieri: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Duomo - Via Vernieri: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza, Hotel Montestella, Grand Hotel Salerno, Hotel Montestella.
Getting to Salerno Irno from Salerno city centre
Salerno Irno train station facilities and services
Salerno Irno has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salerno Irno.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salerno Irno: Taxis.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salerno Irno: Ramps.
Which Catania station do trains from Salerno arrive at?
Getting to Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (Capolinea Sais) from Catania city centre
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) train station facilities and services
Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (Capolinea Sais) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (Capolinea Sais).
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