Bus Tickets from Catania to Palermo

Next departures

Next departures for Catania to Palermo on October 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Catania Airport
Terminal Bus PalermoCheapest
SAIS Autolinee
Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Palermo Via OretoFastest
SAIS Autolinee
Autostazione
Terminal Bus PalermoNo tags
Flixbus
Catania Airport
Terminal Bus PalermoNo tags
SAIS Autolinee
Autostazione
Terminal Bus PalermoNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Catania to Palermo

busbud logoWe recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Palermo. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 40mAverage Duration
166 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceUS$14 - US$49Average Duration2h 32m
4kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceUS$30 - US$73Average Duration5h 24m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average PriceUS$9 - US$24Average Duration2h 40m
7kg CO₂e

Bus Catania to Palermo: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$19
Average Bus Trip Duration2h 32m
Number of daily buses88
Earliest bus departure4:30am
Distance164 km
Latest bus departure8:40pm

Catania to Palermo Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Catania - Palermo

  1. What is the travel distance from Catania to Palermo?

    Catania and Palermo are 166 km (103 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Catania to Palermo?

    Buses departing from Catania Airport in Catania will take you to Terminal Bus Palermo in Palermo.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10-26
US$17
10-27
US$17
Today
US$15
10-29
US$15
10-30
US$16
10-31
US$17
11-01
US$17
11-02
US$17
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Catania to Palermo was searched and found on Oct 28, 2025 with a price of US$15

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Catania to Palermo, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$15 to US$40 for a bus ticket from Catania to Palermo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$15 which is on 2025-10-29.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Catania to Palermo.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Catania to Palermo.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Catania to Palermo will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Catania to Palermo while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Will you be returning to Catania by bus?

Bus from Palermo to Catania

You can also go to Palermo by train

Train from Catania to Palermo

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