The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Catania
Cheapest price
£260
Average price
£271
Fastest journey
19 h 7 m
Average duration
19 h 33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1220 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Catania will cost around £271 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £260.
To travel from Zurich to Catania you need to make at least 2 changes.
EuroCity 23+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9663+
InterCityNotte 195915:3319h59Zurich HB11:32Catania Centrale£2601One-way2 changes
EuroCity 151+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9647+
InterCityNotte 195512:3319h07Zurich HB7:40Catania Centrale£2821One-way2 changes
EuroCity 151+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9647+
InterCityNotte 195512:3319h07Zurich HB7:40Catania Centrale£2821One-way2 changes
EuroCity 23+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9663+
InterCityNotte 195915:3319h59Zurich HB11:32Catania Centrale£2601One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Catania
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, and a flight costs an average of £47.
Distance: 1220 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£173 Average Price | £186 Average Price | £108 Average Price Cheapest |
21h 0m Average total duration 20h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 26m Average total duration 30h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Catania train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Catania trains for tomorrow, Sunday 12 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9647+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 10:33 Zurich HB | 19h07 | 5:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 23+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9663+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 13:33 Zurich HB | 19h59 | 9:32 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Catania
Trains from Zurich to Catania run on average 3 times per day, taking around 20h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £84 but you can travel from only £47 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 1220 km distance in 18h 7m.
Distance 1220 km |
Average train duration 20h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £84 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 18h 7m |
First train 5:01 |
Last train 22:58 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte from Zurich to Catania trainsIntercity Notte trains will get you between Zurich and Catania from £47. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Intercity Notte
FAQs: Zurich to Catania train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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 Zurich and Catania
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
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