Bus from Palermo to Catania

Did you know about our bus passes?
Discover our rates and choose the pass that best suits you.
Sicily TPL bus passesNot registered yet?
If you wish to purchase a bus pass, register and request your SAIS Autolinee card from your personal area. Discover all the benefits reserved for you.
Sign in or RegisterFrom Palermo to Catania,
your trip with
SAIS Autolinee
Quick and central connections
We plan the fastest routes to reach the heart of the cities served in Sicily
Wi-Fi on board
With free Wi-Fi, you'll never get bored on board using your travel time to navigate
Safety and reliability
SAIS Autolinee has the latest generation buses from the most prestigious manufacturers
Travel at your best
In our buses you will always find charging sockets for smartphones and notebooks available
Driving the future, together.
Sustainable travel: on the move for the environment, your responsible choice to explore Sicily
1+1 luggage, always free
Free transport of 1 hand luggage and 1 checked baggage, always guaranteed
Bus stops
Palermo
The capital, among the alleys of Ballarò, the voices of Vuccirìa and a timeless Arab story
Catania
In the heart of the Ionian Sea, immersed in the tradition of Sant'Agata on the slopes of Etna
Frequently Asked Questions
A single ticket from Palermo to Catania costs €14.00. We also offer discounted fares for return tickets, value-for-money season tickets for frequent travellers, and special reductions for children and eligible groups. To find out about all the options available and take advantage of our promotions, visit our website or contact customer services.
You can buy a ticket from Palermo to Catania:
- online at saisautolinee.it;
- through the SAIS Autolinee App;
- by contacting Customer Service on 091 2776999;
- at LIS points;
- at authorised retailers;
- on board the bus, only if seats are available and only for single tickets. We recommend buying your ticket before departure through one of the other available channels.
No. If you have purchased a digital ticket from Palermo to Catania, you can show it directly on your smartphone or the device on which it is stored, without needing to print it out.
Please ensure you have your ticket to hand when it is checked.
Yes. You can change the date and/or time of your journey, provided the change is made before the scheduled departure time.
If you are a registered user, you can make the change directly from your personal area.
If you are not registered, you can request the change by contacting Customer Service on 091 2776999 or by visiting an authorised retailer.
You can see the directions for the bus stops from Palermo to Catania above.
The following are included in your ticket at no extra cost:
- 1 piece of hand luggage measuring up to 40 × 30 × 15 cm and weighing no more than 5 kg, to be placed in the designated spaces on board;
- 1 piece of hold luggage measuring up to 80 × 50 × 30 cm and weighing no more than 20 kg, to be placed in the luggage compartment. Hold luggage must be clearly and legibly labelled with your full name, address, phone number and journey details.
Yes. Bicycles, scooters and pushchairs can be carried free of charge if folded and placed in the luggage compartment, space permitting. For electric devices, the battery must be removed and kept with you on board.
Yes. There is a special fare for children aged 0–10 on the bus from Palermo to Catania.
Yes. You can bring one small pet weighing no more than 10 kg, with its health record book and after buying the relevant ticket. The pet must travel in a carrier measuring up to 40 × 30 × 30 cm, placed on the floor at and immediately next to your seat. The carrier must not be placed on the seat, block the aisle or create a hazard for other passengers.
Guide dogs and other recognised assistance dogs are allowed on board in accordance with applicable law and, where provided for by law, without paying for a ticket or any surcharge.
Pets must be transported in suitable hygienic conditions.
Taking the bus is the ideal way to travel from Palermo to Catania: it’s convenient, affordable and sustainable. You can travel without the stress of traffic, save on petrol and parking, and help reduce CO₂ emissions.
Didn't find what you were looking for?
View all FAQs








