How far is Syracuse from Catania?

Syracuse and Catania are 32 miles (52 km) apart.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Syracuse to Catania leave from Fermata dell'autobus Siracusa and arrive at Catania Airport. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

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 Massimo Bellini Theatre, Monti Rossi Adventure Park, Museum of the Landing in Sicily 1943, Catania Cathedral and Teatro Romano & Odeon.

Bus Syracuse to Catania from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Syracuse to Catania on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30am	Syracuse bus station	1h 10m	5:40am	Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	7:13am	Syracuse Viale Scala Greca	42m	7:55am	Catania CT 8a Strada	Fastest
Bus	5:00am	Syracuse bus station	1h 10m	6:10am	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Terminal Interbus	1h 15m	8:30am	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Syracuse bus station	1h 20m	7:20am	Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Syracuse to Catania on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15am	Terminal Interbus	1h 15m	8:30am	Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	6:35am	Syracuse Viale Scala Greca 394	45m	7:20am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	Fastest
Bus	6:20am	Syracuse bus station	1h 25m	7:45am	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Terminal Interbus	55m	8:10am	Catania Airport	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Syracuse bus station	1h 20m	8:20am	Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Syracuse to Catania on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15am	Terminal Interbus	1h 15m	8:30am	Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	7:15am	Syracuse Viale Scala Greca 394	55m	8:10am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Syracuse bus station	1h 20m	8:20am	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Terminal Interbus	55m	8:10am	Catania Airport	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Syracuse bus station	1h 20m	9:20am	Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Syracuse to Catania on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15am	Terminal Interbus	55m	8:10am	Catania Airport	Cheapest
Bus	7:15am	Syracuse Viale Scala Greca 394	40m	7:55am	Catania CT 8a Strada	Fastest
Bus	4:30am	Syracuse bus station	1h 10m	5:40am	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Terminal Interbus	1h 15m	8:30am	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Syracuse bus station	1h 10m	6:10am	Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Syracuse to Catania on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15am	Terminal Interbus	55m	8:10am	Catania Airport	Cheapest
Bus	4:45am	Syracuse Viale Scala Greca 394	45m	5:30am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	Fastest
Bus	4:30am	Syracuse bus station	1h 10m	5:40am	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Terminal Interbus	1h 15m	8:30am	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Syracuse bus station	1h 10m	6:10am	Autostazione	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Syracuse 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 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

50mAverage Duration

32 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $10	Average Duration1h 8m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $22	Average Duration1h 9m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$5 - $14	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Syracuse and Catania?

Stops in Syracuse

A
Fermata dell'autobus Siracusa
Viale Paolo Orsi, 20, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
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B
Siracusa
Piazzale della Stazione Centrale, 21, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
C
Siracusa - Terminal Bus (Stazione FS)
Viale Teocrito, 68-74, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy

Stops in Catania

A
Catania Airport
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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

Interbus Italy

4/5596 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.3

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting punctuality and friendly drivers. The app is praised for its user-friendliness and excellent service. However, some users noted that finding specific stops required extra effort due to a lack of clear signage at certain locations like Siracusa or Syracuse. Overall, travelers found their journeys smooth and comfortable despite minor inconveniences such as limited legroom or slight delays in arrival times.

Interbus Syracuse Catania recent customer reviews

It was 8 minutes late and the final stop was not exactly close to Catania Centrale.

Josue D.

September 12, 2025

Enjoyed = NOTHING Didn’t enjoy = How late it was; no communication about that; no AC working; no communication at all from bus driver

Adam T.

October 2, 2024

The bus came 10 minutes early and tried to leave immediately, and the driver yelled at me when I asked him to wait while I put my bag on the bus.

Stephanie R.

June 24, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,388 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.

Flixbus Syracuse Catania recent customer reviews

Bus was on time

Alison F.

September 29, 2025

very good

Polychronis G.

May 13, 2025

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Syracuse to Catania by bus

How far is Syracuse from Catania?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Syracuse 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

11/19

$8

11/20

$8

Today

$6

11/22

$5

11/23

$5

11/24

$5

11/25

$5

11/26

$5

The cheapest trip from Syracuse to Catania was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $5

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

You can expect to pay from $5 to $8 for a bus ticket from Syracuse to Catania based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-11-25.

Usually Interbus Italy 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.