How to travel from Syracuse to Cefalù, Italy

The distance between Syracuse and Cefalù is around 230km (143 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 35m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Syracuse to Cefalù 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 CefalùSyracuse if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Catania Airport and then to Termini Imerese Gatto Carburanti Gas Station.

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €18($18)
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Train

Take the train to Termini Imerese.

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    €26($26)
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Drive

Drive to Cefalù.

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Distance230km (143 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Syracuse and Cefalù

There are several options for getting from Syracuse to Cefalù by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €18 ($18) and will take around 3h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €42 ($42).

The distance between Syracuse and Cefalù is around 230km (143 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 155km (96 miles)

It takes around 4h 40m to get from Syracuse and Cefalù by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Syracuse to Cefalù is to drive which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx €42 ($42).

The cheapest way to travel between Syracuse and Cefalù, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €18 ($18) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Syracuse and Cefalù. It typically takes around 4h 40m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Syracuse to Cefalù. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Termini Imerese. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 4h 40m.

Trenitalia run train services between Syracuse and Cefalù. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 4h 40m, 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 Syracuse and Cefalù. It typically takes around 3h 55m and departs 5 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Syracuse to Cefalù. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Catania Airport, Catania Fontanarossa Airport and Termini Imerese Gatto Carburanti Gas Station. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 3h 55m.

Interbus and SAIS Autolinee run regular bus services between Syracuse and Cefalù. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 3h 55m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Syracuse to Cefalù. We recommend that you take the train to Termini Imerese. instead which will take 4h 40m.

The closest major airport to Cefalù is Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO) (PMO) which is approximately 82km (51 miles) from Cefalù. Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) (CTA) and Comiso Airport (CIY) (CIY) 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 Syracuse and Cefalù. The distance is around 230km (143 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Syracuse to Cefalù is to take the train which takes, on average, 4h 40m and will usually cost around €26 ($26).

How do I get from Syracuse to Cefalù

Compare travel optionsbetween Syracuse and Cefalù

Transport options from Syracuse to Cefalù
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
3h 55m
€18($18)
5 times a week268km (167 miles)
Train
4h 40m
€26($26)
twice daily317km (197 miles)
Drive
2h 35m
€42($42)
on demand230km (143 miles)

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Airports near Cefalù

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

PMO
Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO)
International Airport
Distance
82km (51 miles) from Cefalù
CTA
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
International Airport
Distance
111km (69 miles) from Cefalù
CIY
Comiso Airport (CIY)
Domestic Airport
Distance
126km (79 miles) from Cefalù