How much is the bus ticket from Rome to Catania?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rome to Catania start at R 278. The average price for this route is around R 675. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Rome to Catania?

The average bus journey time from Rome to Catania is 14h 30m, covering a distance of 538 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h and is operated by Autoservizi Salemi .

Which bus companies service the Rome to Catania route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Itabus , Autoservizi Salemi .

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

The earliest bus departs from Rome to Catania at 01:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

A bus trip from Rome to Catania produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Rome to Catania?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 470 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Autoservizi Salemi has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Rome to Catania?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rome to Catania?

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

Bus Rome to Catania from R 257 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rome to Catania on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:25	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	10h	06:00	Catania Via D'Amico	Fastest
Bus	16:25	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	17:10	Rome Fiumicino Airport	13h 55m	07:05	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	16:25	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Catania on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:20	Aeroporto Fiumicino Airport (FCO)	17h 10m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	10h	06:00	Catania Via D'Amico	Fastest
Bus	16:25	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	05:05	Rome Fiumicino Airport	16h 5m	21:10	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	16:25	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Catania on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:25	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	10h	06:00	Catania Via D'Amico	Fastest
Bus	16:25	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	05:05	Rome Fiumicino Airport	16h 5m	21:10	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	16:25	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Catania on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	10h 30m	11:45	Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	10h	06:00	Catania Via D'Amico	Fastest
Bus	16:25	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	05:05	Rome Fiumicino Airport	16h 5m	21:10	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	16:25	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Catania on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	10h 30m	11:45	Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	10h	06:00	Catania Via D'Amico	Fastest
Bus	19:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	11h 35m	07:05	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	05:05	Rome Fiumicino Airport	16h 5m	21:10	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	19:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	11h 35m	07:05	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Catania on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	10h 30m	11:45	Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	10h	06:00	Catania Via D'Amico	Fastest
Bus	19:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	11h 35m	07:05	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	05:05	Rome Fiumicino Airport	16h 5m	21:10	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	19:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	11h 35m	07:05	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Catania on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:55	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	12h 15m	21:10	Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	10h	06:00	Catania Via D'Amico	Fastest
Bus	19:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	11h 35m	07:05	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	04:05	Rome Fiumicino Airport	17h 5m	21:10	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	19:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	11h 35m	07:05	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Catania on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	11h 35m	07:05	Catania Via D'Amico	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	10h	06:00	Catania Via D'Amico	Fastest
Bus	16:25	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	17:10	Rome Fiumicino Airport	13h 55m	07:05	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	16:25	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	16h 5m	08:30	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:06 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Rome 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 8 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 701, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

8h 50mAverage duration

537 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 278 - R 2 717	Average duration14h 30m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 550 - R 4 149	Average duration9h 43m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 701 - R 1 356	Average duration8h 50m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rome and Catania?

Stops in Rome

A
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
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B
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Largo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
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C
Rome Ciampino Airport
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D
Castro Pretorio
Viale Castro Pretorio 76, 00185 Roma, Italy
E
Roma
F
Anagnina
Via Vincenzo Giudice, 00173 Roma RM, Italy

Stops in Catania

A
Catania Airport
B
Autostazione (Via d'Amico)
Via D'Amico, 181, 95129 Catania CT, Italy
C
Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti
Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti, 95100 Catania CT, Italy
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D
Catania Centrale
Via VI Aprile, 85 95131 Catania CT, Italy
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E
Via Libertà
Piazza S. Domenico, 6, 95124 Catania CT, Italy
F
Via Domenico Tempio
Via Domenico Tempio 2, 95121 Catania CT, Italy

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 160 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Itabus

4/5975 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi3.1

Autoservizi Salemi

4.5/5471 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rome to Catania by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Rome to Catania?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rome to Catania start at R 278. The average price for this route is around R 675. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Rome to Catania?
The average bus journey time from Rome to Catania is 14h 30m, covering a distance of 538 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h and is operated by Autoservizi Salemi.
Which bus companies service the Rome to Catania route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rome to Catania?
The earliest bus departs from Rome to Catania at 01:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rome to Catania?
A bus trip from Rome to Catania produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Rome to Catania?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 470 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Catania?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Autoservizi Salemi has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Rome to Catania?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rome to Catania?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, 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.

Best price found

27/01

R 511

28/01

R 1 460

Today

R 750

30/01

R 515

31/01

R 395

01/02

R 573

02/02

R 493

03/02

R 347

The cheapest trip from Rome to Catania was searched and found on 03 Feb 2026 with a price of R 347

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

You can expect to pay from R 347 to R 1 795 for a bus ticket from Rome to Catania based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 347, which is on 2026-02-03.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Rome to Catania?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time14h 30m	Avg priceR 675	Daily departures21
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time9h 43m	Avg priceR 1 122	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time8h 50m	Avg priceR 984	Daily departures1