How to travel from Caltanissetta to Syracuse, Italy

The distance between Caltanissetta and Syracuse is around 159km (99 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 55m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Caltanissetta to Syracuse by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out SyracuseCaltanissetta if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Aeroporto Fontanarossa and then to Siracusa - Von Platen.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    €15($15)
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Train via Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossa

Take the train to Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossa and then to Siracusa.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    €17($17)

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Drive

Drive to Syracuse.

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Distance159km (99 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Caltanissetta and Syracuse

There are several options for getting from Caltanissetta to Syracuse by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €7 ($7) and will take around 3h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €29 ($29).

The distance between Caltanissetta and Syracuse is around 159km (99 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 118km (74 miles)

It takes around 2h 40m to get from Caltanissetta and Syracuse by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Caltanissetta to Syracuse is to drive which takes around 1h 55m and will set you back approx €29 ($29).

The cheapest way to travel between Caltanissetta and Syracuse, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €7 ($7) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Caltanissetta and Syracuse. It typically takes around 3h 15m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Caltanissetta to Syracuse. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Caltanissetta Xirbi. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 3h 15m.

Trenitalia run train services between Caltanissetta and Syracuse. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 3h 15m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Caltanissetta and Syracuse. It typically takes around 2h 40m and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Caltanissetta to Syracuse. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Aeroporto Fontanarossa and Catania Airport. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 2h 40m.

SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro, Interbus, Itabus and FlixBus run regular bus services between Caltanissetta and Syracuse. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 2h 40m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Caltanissetta to Syracuse. We recommend that you take the bus to Aeroporto Fontanarossa and then to Siracusa - Von Platen. instead which will take 2h 40m.

The closest major airport to Syracuse is Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) (CTA) which is approximately 49km (31 miles) from Syracuse. Comiso Airport (CIY) (CIY) and Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF) (SUF) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Caltanissetta and Syracuse. The distance is around 159km (99 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Caltanissetta to Syracuse is to take the bus which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around €15 ($15).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Caltanissetta and Syracuse

Transport options from Caltanissetta to Syracuse
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus + 1 similar
2h 40m
€15($15)
5 times a day171km (106 miles)
Bus via Catania Via D'Amico3h 15m
€7($7)
4 times a day191km (119 miles)
Train via Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossa + 1 similar
3hrs
€17($17)
every 3 hours195km (121 miles)
Train3h 15m
€17($17)
twice daily204km (127 miles)
Drive
1h 55m
€29($29)
on demand159km (99 miles)

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Airports near Syracuse

The following major airports near Syracuse offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.

CTA
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
International Airport
Distance
49km (31 miles) from Syracuse
CIY
Comiso Airport (CIY)
Domestic Airport
Distance
61km (38 miles) from Syracuse
SUF
Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF)
International Airport
Distance
222km (138 miles) from Syracuse