What is the travel distance from Palermo to Catania?

It's about 166 km (103 miles) from Palermo to Catania.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Palermo to Catania?

Buses traveling this route start their trip at Terminal Bus Palermo, in Palermo, and end it at Catania Airport, in Catania.

Bus from Palermo to Catania starting at US$14 | Compare & Save up to 60%

TomorrowJul 28

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TueJul 29

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WedJul 30

from US$19

ThuJul 31

from US$19

FriAug 1

from US$19

SatAug 2

from US$18

SunAug 3

from US$19

MonAug 4

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This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
Departure time: July 28 at 4:30am
Departure city: Palermo
Departure location: Terminal Bus Palermo
Arrival time: July 28 at 7:15am
Destination city: Catania
Destination location: Autostazione
Operated by: SAIS Autolinee
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 45m
This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
Departure time: July 28 at 6:05am
Departure city: Palermo
Departure location: Palermo Oreto Orsi
Arrival time: July 28 at 8:30am
Destination city: Catania
Destination location: Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Operated by: SAIS Autolinee
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 25m
Departure time: July 28 at 6:00am
Departure city: Palermo
Departure location: Terminal Bus Palermo
Arrival time: July 28 at 8:40am
Destination city: Catania
Destination location: Autostazione
Operated by: SAIS Autolinee
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 40m
Departure time: July 28 at 9:10am
Departure city: Palermo
Departure location: Terminal Bus Palermo
Arrival time: July 28 at 11:50am
Destination city: Catania
Destination location: Autostazione
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 40m
Departure time: July 28 at 7:00am
Departure city: Palermo
Departure location: Terminal Bus Palermo
Arrival time: July 28 at 9:40am
Destination city: Catania
Destination location: Autostazione
Operated by: SAIS Autolinee
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 40m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Palermo to Catania

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average PriceUS$14 - US$49	Average Duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average PriceUS$29 - US$31	Average Duration4h 34m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average PriceUS$12 - US$24	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends taking the bus 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 US$14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

69bus per day

2h 35mAverage Duration

US$14Cheapest ticket

4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Palermo to Catania: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$19

Average Bus Trip Duration2h 35m

Number of daily buses69

Earliest bus departure4:30am

Distance166 km

Latest bus departure8:35pm

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SAIS Autolinee

4/5433 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.3

According to user feedback, the bus service is highly praised for its cleanliness, comfort, punctuality, and friendly staff. Many reviews highlight a smooth and enjoyable travel experience with efficient booking processes. However, some users mentioned minor issues such as unclear departure directions or occasional delays due to external factors like traffic or roadworks.

SAIS Autolinee Palermo Catania recent customer reviews

Very bad. The worst serwis I ever see. I have bus at 09:00 at 08:40-8:50 try to connect with somebody for change the hour but nobody answer me. After that I come to guy who sell the tickets. He say that I should talk about that earlier. But I try and nobody answer. I lost my money

Aliaksandr B.

June 10, 2025

The ride go at time and arived at time . The driver was good and professional . We enjoyed

Haim H.

April 30, 2025

The driver was very kind and he drove us safe to our destination. His way of driving was very careful, he was obeying the traffic regulations, he wasn't speeding or at any time wasn't driving recklessly throughout our journey. Although the temperature outsidexwas very high (37 degrees C) inside with the AC on it was very pleasant. Although the bus was fully booked, there was enough space for everyone since all the big bags were placed in the main trunk.

Agnieszka K.

July 12, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/59,757 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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Palermo to Catania Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Palermo to Catania, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Palermo and Catania?

Stops in Palermo

A - Terminal Bus Palermo

B - Palermo Airport

C - Piazza Cairoli

D - Fiera

E - Via Paolo Balsamo, 21

F - Via Paolo Balsamo, 31

Stops in Catania

A - Catania Airport

B - Autostazione (Via d'Amico)

C - Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti

D - Catania Centrale

E - Via Libertà

F - Via Domenico Tempio

Frequently asked questions on the trip Palermo - Catania

What is the travel distance from Palermo to Catania?
It's about 166 km (103 miles) from Palermo to Catania.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Palermo to Catania?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Terminal Bus Palermo, in Palermo, and end it at Catania Airport, 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

07-25

US$17

07-26

US$17

Today

US$17

07-28

US$17

07-29

US$17

07-30

US$17

07-31

US$16

08-01

US$16

The cheapest trip from Palermo to Catania was searched and found on Aug 1, 2025 with a price of US$16

To 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 US$16 to US$44 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 US$16 which is on 2025-08-01.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Palermo to Catania.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Palermo to Catania, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Palermo to Catania that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Palermo to Catania, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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Bus Palermo to Catania: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Palermo and Catania?

Frequently asked questions on the trip Palermo - Catania

What is the travel distance from Palermo to Catania?

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Palermo to Catania?

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

Will you be returning to Palermo by bus?

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Top travelled bus routes

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