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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Bologna Autostazione | Catania Airport | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Bologna Autostazione | Autostazione | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Bologna Autostazione | Catania Via D'Amico | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bologna Autostazione | Autostazione | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bologna Autostazione | Catania Via D'Amico | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bologna to Catania
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 £47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£21 - £152 | Average duration19h 40m | 21kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£47 - £79 | Average duration13h 10m | 35kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Bologna and Catania?
Stops in Bologna
- A
Bologna
- BPiazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
- 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
- B
Autostazione (Via d'Amico)
Via D'Amico, 181, 95129 Catania CT, Italy - C
Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti
Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti, 95100 Catania CT, Italy - DVia VI Aprile, 85 95131 Catania CT, Italy
- 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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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bologna to Catania
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Bologna to Catania?
The cheapest coach tickets from Bologna to Catania start from £21. The average price for this route is around £59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bologna to Catania?
The average bus journey time from Bologna to Catania is 19h 40m, covering a distance of 522 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 15h 30m and is operated by Autoservizi Salemi.
Which bus companies service the Bologna to Catania route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bologna to Catania?
The earliest bus departs from Bologna to Catania at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:54.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bologna to Catania?
A bus journey from Bologna to Catania produces an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Bologna 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 450 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Bologna to Catania?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Autoservizi Salemi has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bologna 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 Bologna 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.
The cheapest trip from Bologna to Catania was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £37To 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 £37 to £125 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 £37, which is on 2025-12-01.
Usually FlixBus, Itabus 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 Bologna to Catania?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
