What is the travel distance from Florence to Catania?

The distance separating Florence and Catania is 477 miles (769 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Florence to Catania?

The majority of buses traveling from Florence to Catania start their journey at Florence - Piazzale Montelungo and wind up at Autostazione (Via d'Amico). These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Catania?

Once in Catania, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Duomo Square (Piazza del Duomo), Catania Cathedral, Giardino Bellini, Etnaland and Mount Etna.

Bus Florence to Catania from $33 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Florence to Catania on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:55pm	Florence (Villa Costanza)	14h 30m	8:25am	Catania Airport	Cheapest
Bus	5:55pm	Florence (Villa Costanza)	14h 5m	8:00am	Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	11:10am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	21h 20m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	4:40am	Florence (Villa Costanza)	16h 30m	9:10pm	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	11:10am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	21h 20m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Next departures for Florence to Catania on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:55pm	Florence (Villa Costanza)	14h 30m	8:25am	Catania Airport	Cheapest
Bus	10:00pm	Florence (Villa Costanza)	13h 45m	11:45am	Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	11:10am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	21h 20m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	14h 15m	6:00am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	12:40am	Florence (Villa Costanza)	18h 40m	7:20pm	Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Florence to Catania on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:55pm	Florence (Villa Costanza)	14h 30m	8:25am	Catania Airport	Cheapest
Bus	10:00pm	Florence (Villa Costanza)	13h 45m	11:45am	Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	11:10am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	21h 20m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	12:40am	Florence (Villa Costanza)	18h 40m	7:20pm	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	11:10am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	21h 20m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Next departures for Florence to Catania on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:10am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	21h 40m	8:50am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	Cheapest
Bus	4:00pm	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	15h 5m	7:05am	Catania Via D'Amico	Fastest
Bus	11:10am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	21h 20m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	11:10am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	21h 20m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	11:10am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	21h 20m	8:30am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Next departures for Florence to Catania on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:00pm	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	15h 5m	7:05am	Catania Via D'Amico	Cheapest
Bus	3:45pm	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	14h 15m	6:00am	Catania Via D'Amico	Fastest
Bus	4:00pm	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	15h 5m	7:05am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	15h 5m	7:05am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	15h 5m	7:05am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

Next departures for Florence to Catania on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:55pm	Florence (Villa Costanza)	14h 30m	8:25am	Catania Airport	Cheapest
Bus	10:00pm	Florence (Villa Costanza)	13h 45m	11:45am	Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	4:00pm	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	15h 5m	7:05am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags
Bus	12:40am	Florence (Villa Costanza)	18h 40m	7:20pm	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	15h 5m	7:05am	Catania Via D'Amico	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Florence to Catania

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Catania. The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

11h 40mAverage Duration

476 milesDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $198	Average Duration16h 30m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$277 - $280	Average Duration14h 18m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$62 - $103	Average Duration11h 40m	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,380 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Itabus

4/5944 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

Autoservizi Salemi

4.5/5450 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.9

IT bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Where are the popular stops in Florence and Catania?

Stops in Florence

A - Florence - Piazzale Montelungo

B - Terminal Bus Villa Constanza

C - Florence Airport

D - Scandicci - Villa Costanza

E - Santa Maria Novella

F - Via Cassia, 49B

Stops in Catania

A - Autostazione (Via d'Amico)

B - Catania Airport

C - Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti

D - Catania Centrale

E - Via Libertà

F - Via Domenico Tempio

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Florence to Catania by bus

What is the travel distance from Florence to Catania?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Florence to Catania?
What are the best sights and things to do in Catania?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/18

$113

11/19

$161

Today

$47

11/21

$47

11/22

$38

11/23

$57

11/24

$48

11/25

$38

The cheapest trip from Florence to Catania was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $38

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

You can expect to pay from $38 to $165 for a bus ticket from Florence to Catania based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-11-22.

Usually Itabus, 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.