How to travel from Rome to Catania, Italy

The distance between Rome and Catania is around 740km (460 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 35m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Rome to Catania 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 CataniaRome if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Rome Ciampino (CIA) to Catania (CTA).

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Flight time2h 15m
  • Typical cost
    €74($74)
Operated byRyanair+ 2 others
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Catania Via D'Amico.

  • Duration10hrs
  • Departs4 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €50($50)
Operated by

Autoservizi Salemi Srl

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Train

Take the train to Catania Centrale.

  • Duration10h 10m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €60($60)
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Train and Ferry

Take the train to Napoli Afragola and then to Villa S.Giovanni then take a ferry to Messina Marittima then take the train to Catania Centrale.

  • Duration7hrs
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    €72($72)
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Car and Ferry

Drive to Villa San Giovanni then take a ferry to Messina Marittima then drive to Catania.

  • Duration8h 20m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €120($120)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Rome and Catania

There are several options for getting from Rome to Catania by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €50 ($50) and will take around 10hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €74 ($74).

The distance between Rome and Catania is around 740km (460 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 537km (333 miles)

It takes around 2h 35m to get from Rome and Catania by plane.

The quickest way to get from Rome to Catania is to fly which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx €74 ($74).

The cheapest way to travel between Rome and Catania is to take the bus which will typically cost around €50 ($50) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Rome and Catania. It typically takes around 10h 10m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Rome and Catania with no changeovers required. The train runs once daily and takes 10h 10m.

Trenitalia run train services between Rome and Catania. Trains depart once daily and will take around 10h 10m, 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 Rome and Catania. It typically takes around 10hrs and departs 4 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Rome and Catania with no changeovers required. The bus runs 4 times a week and takes 10hrs.

Autoservizi Salemi Srl, Itabus and FlixBus run regular bus services between Rome and Catania. Buses run 4 times a week and take around 10hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Rome and Catania. Flights depart from Rome Ciampino (CIA) and arrive at Catania (CTA) - via Malta (MLA). The flight takes around 2h 15m.

There is no direct flight from Rome to Catania. There is however a flight that goes via Malta (MLA). This services will take at least 2h 35m (not including layover time).

The flight from Rome to Catania typically takes around 2h 15m. Flights depart from Rome Ciampino (CIA) and and arrive into Catania (CTA).

The closest major airport to Catania is Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) (CTA) which is approximately 4km (2 miles) from Catania. 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

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Rome to Catania. We recommend that you fly from Rome Ciampino (CIA) to Catania (CTA). instead which will take 2h 35m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Rome to Catania is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 35m and will usually cost around €74 ($74).

How do I get from Rome to Catania

Compare travel optionsbetween Rome and Catania

Transport options from Rome to Catania
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 35m
€74($74)
every 30 mins883km (549 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
10hrs
€50($50)
4 times a week807km (501 miles)
Bus via Naples Metropark Central Parking12h 15m
€90($90)
every 20 mins836km (520 miles)
Train
10h 10m
€60($60)
once daily744km (462 miles)
Train and Ferry
7hrs
€72($72)
4 times a day740km (460 miles)
Car and Ferry
8h 20m
€120($120)
hourly797km (495 miles)

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Airports near Catania

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

CTA
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
International Airport
Distance
4km (2 miles) from Catania
CIY
Comiso Airport (CIY)
Domestic Airport
Distance
70km (44 miles) from Catania
SUF
Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF)
International Airport
Distance
186km (116 miles) from Catania