How much is a ticket from Rome to Catania?

The cheapest tickets from Rome to Catania start at ZAR 337. The average price for this route is around ZAR 1,206. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the ride from Rome to Catania?

The average trip duration from Rome to Catania is 11h 41m, covering a distance of 536 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 9h 41m and is operated by Trenitalia .

Which companies service the Rome to Catania route?

Several major companies operate on this route with 13 trips available per day, including services from FlixBus , Itabus , Autoservizi Salemi , Trenitalia .

What is the earliest and latest departure time from Rome to Catania?

The earliest trip from Rome to Catania departs at 1:20am. And the latest trip departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Rome to Catania?

A trip from Rome to Catania generates an estimated 13.3916625 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best company from Rome to Catania?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 499 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Catania?

Based on Busbud reviews, the company Autoservizi Salemi has the highest Wi‑Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which company has the most on-time service from Rome to Catania?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is Trenitalia , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Rome to Catania?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Autoservizi Salemi , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus and Train Rome to Catania from ZAR 350 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Rome to Catania on May 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:30pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 10m	3:40pm	Catania Airport	Cheapest
		11:30pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 5m	12:35pm	Autostazione	Fastest

Next departures for Rome to Catania on May 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:25pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	Cheapest
8:00pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	10h	6:00am	Catania Via D'Amico	Fastest
4:25pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
1:05pm	Rome Fiumicino Airport	18h 50m	7:55am	Autostazione	No tags
7:30pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	11h 35m	7:05am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Catania on May 29
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:25pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	Cheapest
9:00pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	10h 55m	7:55am	Autostazione	Fastest
4:25pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
7:05am	Rome Fiumicino Airport	14h 5m	9:10pm	Autostazione	No tags
4:25pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Catania on May 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:25pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	Cheapest
8:00pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	10h	6:00am	Catania Via D'Amico	Fastest
4:25pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
7:05am	Rome Fiumicino Airport	14h 5m	9:10pm	Autostazione	No tags
4:25pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Catania on May 31
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:00pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	10h	6:00am	Catania Via D'Amico	CheapestFastest
4:25pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
7:05am	Rome Fiumicino Airport	14h 5m	9:10pm	Autostazione	No tags
4:25pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
7:55pm	Rome Fiumicino Airport	12h	7:55am	Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Catania on June 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:25pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	Cheapest
7:26am	Termini	9h 43m	5:09pm	Catania Centrale	Fastest
8:00pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	10h	6:00am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
7:26am	Termini	9h 43m	5:09pm	Catania Centrale	No tags
4:25pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Catania on June 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:20am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	11h 15m	12:35pm	Autostazione	Cheapest
7:26am	Termini	9h 43m	5:09pm	Catania Centrale	Fastest
8:00pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	10h	6:00am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
7:26am	Termini	9h 43m	5:09pm	Catania Centrale	No tags
4:25pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Catania on June 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:30pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	11h 35m	7:05am	Catania Via D'Amico	Cheapest
7:26am	Termini	9h 43m	5:09pm	Catania Centrale	Fastest
8:00pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	10h	6:00am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
7:26am	Termini	9h 43m	5:09pm	Catania Centrale	No tags
7:30pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	11h 35m	7:05am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:11 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Rome to Catania

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Catania. The journey takes about 9 hours 43 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 742, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 43mAverage Duration

537 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceZAR 337 - ZAR 3,425	Average Duration13h 40m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceZAR 742 - ZAR 2,110	Average Duration9h 43m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rome and Catania?

Stops in Rome

A
Termini
Piazza dei Cinquecento 1, 00185 Roma RM, Italy
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B
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Largo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
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C
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), Train station
Fiumicino Aeroporto, 00054 Fiumicino RM, Italy
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D
Roma S. Pietro
Roma S.Pietro, 00165 Roma RM, Italy
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E
Roma Trastevere
Roma Trastevere Railway Station, 00152 Roma RM, Italy
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F
Cesano di Roma
Cesano Di Roma, 00123 Roma RM, Italy
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Stops in Catania

A
Catania Centrale
Via VI Aprile, 85 95131 Catania CT, Italy
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B
Catania–Fontanarossa Aeroporto
Catania Airport-Fontanarossa Station, 95121 Catania CT, Italy
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C
Autostazione (Via d'Amico)
Via D'Amico, 181, 95129 Catania CT, Italy
D
Acquicella
Via Adamo 18, 95121 Catania CT, Italy
E
Europa
95129 Catania CT, Italy
F
San Martino Piana
Contrada Iungetto, Catania, CT 95121, 95121 Catania CT, Italy

Compare companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,715 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Trenitalia

4.0/559 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi2.5

Itabus

3.8/51,010 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi3.1

Autoservizi Salemi

4.3/5502 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi4.0

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rome to Catania by bus or train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is a ticket from Rome to Catania?
The cheapest tickets from Rome to Catania start at ZAR 337. The average price for this route is around ZAR 1,206. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the ride from Rome to Catania?
The average trip duration from Rome to Catania is 11h 41m, covering a distance of 536 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 9h 41m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which companies service the Rome to Catania route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 13 trips available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi, Trenitalia.
What is the earliest and latest departure time from Rome to Catania?
The earliest trip from Rome to Catania departs at 1:20am. And the latest trip departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Rome to Catania?
A trip from Rome to Catania generates an estimated 13.3916625 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best company from Rome to Catania?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 499 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Catania?
Based on Busbud reviews, the company Autoservizi Salemi has the highest Wi‑Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which company has the most on-time service from Rome to Catania?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Rome to Catania?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find the cheapest prices for buses and trains

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

Best price found

05-26

ZAR 1,001

05-27

ZAR 1,001

Today

ZAR 801

05-29

ZAR 1,201

05-30

ZAR 601

05-31

ZAR 601

06-01

ZAR 601

06-02

ZAR 861

The cheapest trip from Rome to Catania was searched and found on Jun 1, 2026 with a price of ZAR 601

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

You can expect to pay between ZAR 601 and ZAR 3,101 for a bus or train ticket from Rome to Catania based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for this trip at ZAR 601 on 2026-06-01.

Usually FlixBus, Trenitalia 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.