What's the distance between Bologna and Catania by coach?

The journey from Bologna to Catania by coach covers an approximate distance of 520 miles (839 km).

What is the best way to go from Bologna to Catania without flying?

You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Bologna to Catania from £28 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bologna to Catania on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:20	Bologna Autostazione	15h 40m	08:00	Autostazione	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:30	Bologna Autostazione	22h	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	13:35	Bologna Autostazione	17h 30m	07:05	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	10:30	Bologna Autostazione	22h	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	18:40	Bologna Autostazione	17h 5m	11:45	Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Bologna to Catania on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:35	Bologna Autostazione	16h 30m	07:05	Catania Via D'Amico	Cheapest
Bus	14:30	Bologna Autostazione	15h 30m	06:00	Catania Via D'Amico	Fastest
Bus	14:35	Bologna Autostazione	16h 30m	07:05	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	14:35	Bologna Autostazione	16h 30m	07:05	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	14:35	Bologna Autostazione	16h 30m	07:05	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Next departures from Bologna to Catania on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:35	Bologna Autostazione	16h 30m	07:05	Catania Via D'Amico	CheapestFastest
Bus	14:35	Bologna Autostazione	16h 30m	07:05	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	14:35	Bologna Autostazione	16h 30m	07:05	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	14:35	Bologna Autostazione	16h 30m	07:05	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	14:35	Bologna Autostazione	16h 50m	07:25	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	No tags

Next departures from Bologna to Catania on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:20	Bologna Autostazione	16h 5m	08:25	Catania Airport	Cheapest
Bus	14:30	Bologna Autostazione	15h 30m	06:00	Catania Via D'Amico	Fastest
Bus	14:35	Bologna Autostazione	16h 30m	07:05	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	01:00	Bologna Autostazione	20h 10m	21:10	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	14:35	Bologna Autostazione	16h 30m	07:05	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Next departures from Bologna to Catania on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:35	Bologna Autostazione	16h 30m	07:05	Catania Via D'Amico	CheapestFastest
Bus	09:45	Bologna Autostazione	22h 45m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	09:45	Bologna Autostazione	22h 45m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	10:30	Bologna Autostazione	22h	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	10:30	Bologna Autostazione	22h	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Next departures from Bologna to Catania on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:45	Bologna Autostazione	22h 45m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	Cheapest
Bus	14:30	Bologna Autostazione	15h 30m	06:00	Catania Via D'Amico	Fastest
Bus	09:45	Bologna Autostazione	22h 45m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	09:45	Bologna Autostazione	22h 45m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	09:45	Bologna Autostazione	22h 45m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Next departures from Bologna to Catania on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:20	Bologna Autostazione	16h 5m	08:25	Catania Airport	Cheapest
Bus	16:20	Bologna Autostazione	15h 40m	08:00	Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	09:45	Bologna Autostazione	22h 45m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	01:00	Bologna Autostazione	20h 10m	21:10	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	09:45	Bologna Autostazione	22h 45m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 22:00 CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bologna to Catania

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Catania. The journey takes about 13 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

13h 10mAverage duration

520 milesDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£20 - £154	Average duration19h 40m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£48 - £80	Average duration13h 10m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bologna and Catania?

Stops in Bologna

A
Bologna
B
Piazza XX Settembre
Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
Visit page
C
Stazione Centrale
Viale Pietro Pietramellara, 63, 40121 Bologna, Italy
D
A14 Autostrada Adriatica
A14 - Autostrada Adriatica, 40069 Zola Predosa BO, Italy
E
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21, 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO, Italy
F
Area di Servizio Cantagallo
km. 198, Autostrada del Sole, , 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO,, Italy

Stops in Catania

A
Catania Airport
Visit page
B
Autostazione (Via d'Amico)
Via D'Amico, 181, 95129 Catania CT, Italy
C
Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti
Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti, 95100 Catania CT, Italy
Visit page
D
Catania Centrale
Via VI Aprile, 85 95131 Catania CT, Italy
Visit page
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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FlixBus

3.5/511,407 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Itabus

4/5946 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

Autoservizi Salemi

4.5/5450 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.9

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bologna to Catania

What's the distance between Bologna and Catania by coach?
The journey from Bologna to Catania by coach covers an approximate distance of 520 miles (839 km).
What is the best way to go from Bologna to Catania without flying?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

21/11

£92

22/11

£59

Today

£67

24/11

£47

25/11

£47

26/11

£41

27/11

£47

28/11

£46

The cheapest trip from Bologna to Catania was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of £41

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

You can expect to pay from £41 to £128 for a bus ticket from Bologna to Catania based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £41, which is on 2025-11-26.

Usually Autoservizi Salemi 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.