The cheapest and fastest trains from Trieste to Catania
Cheapest price
£108
Average price
£140
Fastest journey
18 h 54 m
Average duration
21 h
Trains per day
3
Distance
912 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trieste to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trieste to Catania will cost around £140 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £108.
Of the 3 trains that leave Trieste for Catania every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 912 km distance in an average of 21 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 22 h 22 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Trieste to Catania
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Trieste to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 912 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£123 Average Price | £81 Average Price Cheapest | £102 Average Price |
18h 59m Average total duration 18h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 44m Average total duration 23h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Trieste to Catania train times
The table below shows live departures for Trieste to Catania trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3432+ FRECCIAROSSA 9405+ Intercity 727 | 04:16 Trieste Centrale | 16h28 | 20:44 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 584+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 08:19 Trieste Centrale | 26h53 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3442+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9431+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 13:16 Trieste Centrale | 17h24 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3426+ FRECCIAROSSA 9435+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 15:16 Trieste Centrale | 19h56 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723 | 17:47 Trieste Centrale | 23h39 | 17:26 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3448+ InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723 | 18:16 Trieste Centrale | 23h10 | 17:26 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Trieste to Catania
Trains from Trieste to Catania run on average 6 times per day, taking around 18h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:58, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 912 km distance in 16h 8m.
Distance 912 km |
Average train duration 18h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 16h 8m |
First train 03:58 |
Last train 22:58 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Regionale from Trieste to Catania trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Regionale trains will get you between Trieste and Catania from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trieste to Catania train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trieste 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 Trieste and Catania
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Piazza della Libertà.
- Buffet da Pepi
- Trattoria Nerodiseppia
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste
- Hotel Continentale
- NH Trieste
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Italy, Slovenia, and Austria
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 2
- Taxi services available
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