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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal Bus Palermo | Catania Airport | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Palermo Oreto Orsi | Catania Fontanarossa Airport | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Bus Palermo | Autostazione | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Bus Palermo | Autostazione | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Bus Palermo | Autostazione | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:35 PM CET.
Compare 3 ways to go from Palermo to Catania
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Catania. The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Palermo and Catania?
Stops in Palermo
- AVia Tommaso Fazello, 16, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy
- BPunta Raisi, 90145, Palermo
- CPiazza Cairoli, 8-14, 90123 Palermo, Italy
- D90143 Palermo PA, Italy
- EVia Paolo Balsamo, 21, 90123 Palermo, Italy
- F
Via Paolo Balsamo, 31
Via Paolo Balsamo, 23-31, 90123 Palermo, Italy
Stops in Catania
- B
Autostazione (Via d'Amico)
Via D'Amico, 181, 95129 Catania CT, Italy - C
Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti
Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti, 95100 Catania CT, Italy - DVia VI Aprile, 85 95131 Catania CT, Italy
- E
Via Libertà
Piazza S. Domenico, 6, 95124 Catania CT, Italy - F
Via Domenico Tempio
Via Domenico Tempio 2, 95121 Catania CT, Italy
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Palermo to Catania by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Palermo to Catania?
The cheapest bus tickets from Palermo to Catania start from $19. The average price for this route is around $26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Palermo to Catania?
The average bus travel time from Palermo to Catania is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 167 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by SAIS Autolinee.
Which bus companies service the Palermo to Catania route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 82 buses available per day, including services from SAIS Autolinee, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Palermo to Catania?
The earliest bus departs from Palermo to Catania at 4:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palermo to Catania?
A bus trip from Palermo to Catania generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Palermo to Catania?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is SAIS Autolinee, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 484 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palermo to Catania?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company SAIS Autolinee has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Palermo to Catania?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is SAIS Autolinee, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Palermo to Catania?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is SAIS Autolinee, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Palermo to Catania was searched and found on Feb 14, 2026 with a price of $15To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Palermo to Catania, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $15 to $38 for a bus ticket from Palermo to Catania based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2026-02-14.
Usually SAIS Autolinee 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Palermo to Catania?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
