How to travel from Catania to Lecco, Italy
The distance between Catania and Lecco is around 1,052km (654 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 2h 50m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Catania to Lecco by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Lecco → Catania if you're planning a return trip.
Fly to Milan Bergamo (BGY), Train
Fly from Catania (CTA) to Milan Bergamo (BGY) then take the train to Lecco.
- Duration2h 50m
- Flight time1h 50m
- Typical cost€59($59)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Train and Ferry
Take the train to Messina Centrale then take a ferry to Villa San Giovanni then take the train to Milano Centrale and then to Lecco.
- Duration11h 35m
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical cost€115($115)
Multiple operators
Bus
Take the bus to Milan and then to Lecco.
- Duration19h 10m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost€81($81)
Multiple bus operators
Train
Take the train to Milano Centrale and then to Lecco.
- Duration21hrs
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost€135($135)
Multiple train operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Messina Marittima then take a ferry to Villa San Giovanni then drive to Lecco.
- Duration13h 40m
- Departshourly
- Typical cost€210($210)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Catania and Lecco
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Catania to Lecco by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to fly and then take the train which costs around €59 ($59) and will take around 2h 50m.
The distance between Catania and Lecco is around 1,052km (654 miles).
It takes around 3h 30m to get from Catania and Lecco by plane and train.
The quickest way to get from Catania to Lecco is to fly and then take the train which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx €59 ($59).
The cheapest way to travel between Catania and Lecco is to fly and then take the train which will typically cost around €59 ($59) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Catania and Lecco. It typically takes around 21hrs and departs once daily.
There are no direct train services that runs from Catania to Lecco. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Milano Centrale. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 21hrs.
Trenitalia Intercity Night and Trenord run train services between Catania and Lecco. Trains depart once daily and will take around 21hrs, 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 Catania and Lecco. It typically takes around 19h 10m and departs once daily.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Catania to Lecco. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Milan. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 19h 10m.
FlixBus and Autostradale run regular bus services between Catania and Lecco. Buses run once daily and take around 19h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Catania to Lecco. We recommend that you fly from Catania (CTA) to Milan Malpensa (MXP) then take the train to Milano Centrale and then to Lecco. instead which will take 3h 30m.
The closest major airport to Lecco is Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) (BGY) which is approximately 32km (20 miles) from Lecco. Linate Airport (LIN) (LIN) and Milan–Malpensa Airport (MXP) (MXP) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Catania to Lecco. We recommend that you fly from Catania (CTA) to Milan Malpensa (MXP) then take the train to Milano Centrale and then to Lecco. instead which will take 3h 30m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Catania to Lecco is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 30m and will usually cost around €60 ($60).
Compare travel optionsbetween Catania and Lecco
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly to Milan Bergamo (BGY), Train + 3 similar | 2h 50m | €59($59) | once daily | 1,052km (654 miles) |
| Fly to Milan Linate (LIN), Train | 2h 55m | €120($120) | every 2 hours | 1,068km (663 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 3h 30m | €60($60) | every 15 mins | 1,147km (713 miles) |
| Fly to Bologna (BLQ), train | 3h 40m | €87($87) | every 30 mins | 1,112km (691 miles) |
Train and Ferry | 11h 35m | €115($115) | every 20 mins | 1,351km (839 miles) |
Bus | 19h 10m | €81($81) | once daily | 1,433km (890 miles) |
Train | 21hrs | €135($135) | once daily | 1,415km (879 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 13h 40m | €210($210) | hourly | 1,389km (863 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Catania and Lecco
Airlines
Alba Star
Neos
Train operators
Malpensa Express
Ferry operators
Blu Jet
Airports near Lecco
The following major airports near Lecco offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
- Distance
- 32km (20 miles) from Lecco
Linate Airport (LIN)
- Distance
- 45km (28 miles) from Lecco
Milan–Malpensa Airport (MXP)
- Distance
- 59km (37 miles) from Lecco