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Museo Mandralisca
Small local museum presenting Sicilian traditions and the work of artisan Salvatore Franco. A good stop for folk culture.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Syracuse to Cefalù is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Syracuse to Cefalù will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
To travel from Syracuse to Cefalù you need to make at least 2 changes.
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treno 12954 effettuato con bus PA504 · Regionale Veloce 5501 · Regionale Veloce 5354
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treno 5384 effettuato con bus PA524 · Regionale Veloce 5511 · Regionale 12906
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treno 5380 effettuato con bus PA514 · Regionale Veloce 5503+
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Trains from Syracuse to Cefalù run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:17, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 153 km distance in 3h 36m.
Distance 153 km |
Average train duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 36m |
First train 3:17 |
Last train 21:23 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Syracuse to Cefalù.
The table below shows live departures for Syracuse to Cefalù trains for today, Friday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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treno 5384 effettuato con bus PA524 · Regionale Veloce 5511 · Regionale 12906 | 11:51 Syracuse station | 4h57 | 16:48 Cefalù station | 2 changes | |
BUS L962D+ Regionale 5384+ Intercity 723 | 11:57 Syracuse station | 6h15 | 18:12 Cefalù station | 2 changes | |
treno 5386 effettuato con bus PA526 · Regionale Veloce 5513 · Regionale 21866 | 13:14 Syracuse station | 5h33 | 18:47 Cefalù station | 2 changes | |
treno 5516 effettuato con bus PA530 · Regionale Veloce 5519 · Regionale 12922 | 15:35 Syracuse station | 4h55 | 20:30 Cefalù station | 2 changes | |
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treno 12954 effettuato con bus PA504 · Regionale Veloce 5501 · Regionale Veloce 5354 | 3:11 Syracuse station | 5h53 | 9:04 Cefalù station | 2 changes | |
treno 5396 effettuato con bus PA508 · Regionale Veloce 5396 · Regionale 5355 | 4:11 Syracuse station | 6h01 | 10:12 Cefalù station | 2 changes | |
treno 5380 effettuato con bus PA514 · Regionale Veloce 5503+ Intercity 95070 | 5:50 Syracuse station | 5h19 | 11:09 Cefalù station | 2 changes | |
treno 5380 effettuato con bus PA514 · Regionale Veloce 5503 · Regionale 12888 | 5:50 Syracuse station | 7h05 | 12:55 Cefalù station | 2 changes | |
treno 5380 effettuato con bus PA514 · Regionale Veloce 5503 · Regionale 21664 | 5:50 Syracuse station | 5h55 | 11:45 Cefalù station | 2 changes | |
BUS L724A+ Regionale 5382 · Regionale 5361 | 7:59 Syracuse station | 6h39 | 14:38 Cefalù station | 2 changes | |
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Small local museum presenting Sicilian traditions and the work of artisan Salvatore Franco. A good stop for folk culture.
Museum inside the cathedral complex with liturgical art, treasury objects and access to parts of the monumental buildings.
Archaeological area and museum route on La Rocca with ancient remains, fortifications and interpretation of Cefalù’s early history.
Historic seafront square beside the cathedral. A pleasant place to pause, admire the façade and absorb the town’s atmosphere.
Long sandy beach backed by the old town. It is ideal for a walk, sea views and classic panoramas of Cefalù.
Promontory above Cefalù with walking paths, ruins and sweeping views. It combines nature, archaeology and one of the town’s best viewpoints.
Pasta with sardines, wild fennel, pine nuts and raisins. A hallmark Sicilian dish that blends Arab and Mediterranean influences common on this coast.
Baked pasta timbale with aubergine, tomato, cheese and often meat. A celebratory Sicilian classic closely associated with festive family cooking.
Rice balls filled traditionally with ragù, peas and cheese, then crumbed and fried. One of Sicily’s most iconic street foods, widely eaten in Cefalù.
Refined seafood restaurant near the historic centre, known for polished Sicilian cooking and a romantic atmosphere.
Casual venue known for Sicilian street food, arancine, panelle and quick local bites in the historic centre.
Established seafront spot serving fresh fish, pasta and Sicilian classics in a relaxed setting with sea views.
Moderate for Sicily: dining is fair value, but summer rooms rise sharply. Local buses are cheap, and everyday coffee and snacks are affordable.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% in restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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