What is the travel distance from Catania to Palermo?

The distance between the two cities is 103 miles (166 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Catania to Palermo start their journey at Catania Airport and wind up at Terminal Bus Palermo. These are the main departure and arrival 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 Palermo?

Once in Palermo, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Majolica Museum " Stanze al Genio" Torre di San Nicolò all'Albergheria, Cattedrale di Palermo, Castello della Zisa and Teatro Massimo.

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: July 28 at 4:30am
Departure city: Catania
Departure location: Autostazione
Arrival time: July 28 at 7:10am
Destination city: Palermo
Destination location: Terminal Bus Palermo
Operated by: SAIS Autolinee
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 40m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: July 28 at 4:40am
Departure city: Catania
Departure location: Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Arrival time: July 28 at 7:05am
Destination city: Palermo
Destination location: Palermo Via Oreto
Operated by: SAIS Autolinee
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 25m
Departure time: July 28 at 6:00am
Departure city: Catania
Departure location: Autostazione
Arrival time: July 28 at 8:40am
Destination city: Palermo
Destination location: Terminal Bus Palermo
Operated by: SAIS Autolinee
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 40m
Departure time: July 28 at 7:45am
Departure city: Catania
Departure location: Catania Airport
Arrival time: July 28 at 10:20am
Destination city: Palermo
Destination location: Terminal Bus Palermo
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 35m
Departure time: July 28 at 7:00am
Departure city: Catania
Departure location: Autostazione
Arrival time: July 28 at 9:40am
Destination city: Palermo
Destination location: Terminal Bus Palermo
Operated by: SAIS Autolinee
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 40m

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $45	Average Duration2h 32m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$29 - $72	Average Duration5h 8m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$14 - $23	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Catania to Palermo

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Palermo. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest ticket

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Catania to Palermo: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$19

Average bus trip duration2h 32m

Number of daily buses62

Earliest bus departure4:30am

Distance102 miles (164 km)

Latest bus departure8:40pm

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SAIS Autolinee

4/5433 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.3

Many users appreciate the comfortable and clean buses, with amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, and chargers. The booking process is described as easy and efficient. However, some reviews mention occasional delays at Catania airport or a lack of information at bus stops in Catania. Overall, passengers found the service reliable with friendly staff contributing to an enjoyable travel experience through Sicily's stunning landscapes.

SAIS Autolinee Catania Palermo recent customer reviews

They didnt arrive , had to wait well over an hour for next bus , very hard to get anyone to give an answerso the next bus was chaotic

Valerie K.

September 26, 2024

The bus trip itself was great. We had difficulties with finding exactly where to catch it from.

Phillipa L.

October 24, 2023

The bus was an hour late and the reps at the airport were useless in advising and helping any of us, already stressed and worried about our flights

Biba B.

July 18, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/59,758 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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.

IT bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Trenitalia, Rede Expressos, Sindbad, Infobus

Catania to Palermo Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Catania and Palermo?

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

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

Frequently asked questions for your trip Catania - Palermo

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

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

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07/25

$17

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$17

07/28

$17

07/29

$16

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$17

07/31

$13

08/01

$15

The cheapest trip from Catania to Palermo was searched and found on Jul 31, 2025 with a price of $13

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

You can expect to pay from $13 to $50 for a bus ticket from Catania to Palermo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-07-31.

Usually Flixbus (IT) 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Catania to Palermo.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Catania to Palermo will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Catania to Palermo while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

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Bus Catania to Palermo: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Catania and Palermo?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Catania - Palermo

What is the travel distance from Catania to Palermo?

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

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

Will you be returning to Catania by bus?

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Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

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