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How to get from Catania to Taormina by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Catania to Taormina in Messina, take the BRT5 bus from Martiri Libertà Repubblica station to Giovanni XXIII Stazione Centrale station. Next, take the R train from Catania Centrale station to Taormina-Giardini Naxos station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 1 min.

61min
Bus - BRT5BRT5
Train - RR
Leaves from Martiri Libertà Repubblica

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Catania
  • 2
    Bus - BRT5BRT5
    Wait for bus
    BRT5
    Giovanni XXIII Stazione Centrale
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Giovanni XXIII Stazione Centrale
    ID 395
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Catania Centrale
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - RR
    Wait for train
    R
    Messina Centrale
  • 6
    Ride to train station Taormina-Giardini Naxos
    Ride to train station
    Taormina-Giardini Naxos
    47 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via ALIB and R

To get from Catania to Taormina in Messina, take the ALIB bus from Martiri Libertà Repubblica station to Giovanni XXIII Sturzo station. Next, take the R train from Catania Centrale station to Taormina-Giardini Naxos station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min.

57min
Bus - ALIBALIB
Train - RR
Leaves from Martiri Libertà Repubblica

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Catania
  • 2
    Bus - ALIBALIB
    Wait for bus
    ALIB
    Terminal Alibus
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Giovanni XXIII Sturzo
    ID 1839
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Catania Centrale
    150 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - RR
    Wait for train
    R
    Messina Centrale
  • 6
    Ride to train station Taormina-Giardini Naxos
    Ride to train station
    Taormina-Giardini Naxos
    47 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Catania to Taormina

The distance between Catania, Messina and Taormina, Messina is approximately 46.52 km, which can typically be travelled in 61 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Catania to Taormina by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Messina – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Catania

Catania is located at Catania, Messina and the nearest public transit station is Martiri Libertà Nord.

Metro stations close to Catania:

  • Stesicoro
  • Giovanni XXIII
  • Galatea

Train stations close to Catania:

  • Catania Centrale

Bus stations close to Catania:

  • Martiri Libertà Nord
  • Martiri Libertà Sud
  • Martiri Libertà Saitta

Public transit stations close to Taormina, Messina

Taormina is located at Taormina, Messina and the nearest public transit station is Taormina Giardini FS.

Train stations close to Taormina:

  • Taormina-Giardini Naxos
  • Alcantara
  • Letojanni

Bus stations close to Taormina:

  • Taormina Giardini FS
  • Villagonia
  • Bv. Madonna Delle Grazie

Cable Car stations close to Taormina:

  • Taormina
  • Mazzarò

Alternative route by bus and train via ALIB and R

To get from Catania to Taormina in Messina, take the ALIB bus from Martiri Libertà Repubblica station to Giovanni XXIII Sturzo station. Next, take the R train from Catania Centrale station to Taormina-Giardini Naxos station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min.

57min
Bus - ALIBALIB
Train - RR
Leaves from Martiri Libertà Repubblica

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Catania
  • 2
    Bus - ALIBALIB
    Wait for bus
    ALIB
    Terminal Alibus
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Giovanni XXIII Sturzo
    ID 1839
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Catania Centrale
    150 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - RR
    Wait for train
    R
    Messina Centrale
  • 6
    Ride to train station Taormina-Giardini Naxos
    Ride to train station
    Taormina-Giardini Naxos
    47 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Catania to Taormina?

    The fastest way takes 61 minutes, using Bus line BRT5, Bus line R.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Catania to Taormina?

    The alternative route takes 57 minutes, using Bus line ALIB, Bus line R.

  • Is there a direct bus between Catania and Taormina in Messina?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 1 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Catania to Taormina in Messina?

    The BRT5 bus line goes from Giovanni XXIII Stazione Centrale station near Catania to Giovanni XXIII Stazione Centrale station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Taormina-Giardini Naxos station near Taormina in Messina

  • How long does it take to travel from Catania to Taormina in Messina by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Catania and Taormina in Messina by bus and train is about 1 hr 1 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Catania to get to Taormina in Messina?

    Get on the BRT5 bus from the Giovanni XXIII Stazione Centrale stop near Catania in Messina.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Catania and Taormina in Messina?

    Get off the bus at the Taormina-Giardini Naxos station, which is closest to Taormina in Messina.

  • When is the first train from Catania to Taormina in Messina?

    The first train from Catania to Taormina in Messina is Messina - Catania. It leaves the Catania Centrale station at 8:26 AM.

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