How to travel from Naples to Catanzaro, Italy

The distance between Naples and Catanzaro is around 360km (223 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 3h 30m.

5 routes found

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

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

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Train

Take the train to Lamezia Terme.

  • Duration3h 30m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    €32($32)

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Bus

Take the bus to Catanzaro Lido.

  • Duration5h 45m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    €25($25)

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Drive

Drive to Catanzaro.

  • Duration4h 20m
  • Distance401km (249 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Naples and Catanzaro

There are several options for getting from Naples to Catanzaro by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €25 ($25) and will take around 5h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 3h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €32 ($32).

The distance between Naples and Catanzaro is around 360km (223 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 294km (182 miles)

It takes around 3h 30m to get from Naples and Catanzaro by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Naples to Catanzaro is to take the train which takes around 3h 30m and will set you back approx €32 ($32).

The cheapest way to travel between Naples and Catanzaro, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €25 ($25) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Naples and Catanzaro. It typically takes around 3h 30m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Naples to Catanzaro. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Lamezia Terme. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 3h 30m.

ItaloTreno and Trenitalia run train services between Naples and Catanzaro. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 3h 30m, 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 Naples and Catanzaro. It typically takes around 5h 45m and departs twice a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Naples and Catanzaro with no changeovers required. The bus runs once daily and takes 7h 40m.

FlixBus and Itabus run regular bus services between Naples and Catanzaro. Buses run twice a week and take around 5h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Naples to Catanzaro. We recommend that you take the train to Lamezia Terme. instead which will take 3h 30m.

The closest major airport to Catanzaro is Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF) (SUF) which is approximately 30km (19 miles) from Catanzaro. Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) (CTA) and Brindisi Airport (BDS) (BDS) 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 Naples and Catanzaro. The distance is around 401km (249 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Naples to Catanzaro is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 30m and will usually cost around €32 ($32).

How do I get from Naples to Catanzaro

Compare travel optionsbetween Naples and Catanzaro

Transport options from Naples to Catanzaro
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
3h 30m
€32($32)
twice daily360km (223 miles)
Train to Lamezia Terme C.4h 35m
€28($28)
every 4 hours360km (224 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
5h 45m
€25($25)
twice a week434km (270 miles)
Bus to Catanzaro Via Gioacchino da Fiore7h 40m
€40($40)
once daily475km (295 miles)
Drive
4h 20m
€73($73)
on demand401km (249 miles)

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Airports near Catanzaro

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

SUF
Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF)
International Airport
Distance
30km (19 miles) from Catanzaro
CTA
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
International Airport
Distance
208km (129 miles) from Catanzaro
BDS
Brindisi Airport (BDS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
226km (141 miles) from Catanzaro