What is the cheapest way to get from Sicily to Acate?

The cheapest way to get from Sicily to Acate is to bus which costs €19 - €27 and takes 7h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sicily to Acate?

The fastest way to get from Sicily to Acate is to drive which takes 3h and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Sicily and Acate?

No, there is no direct bus from Sicily to Acate. However, there are services departing from Galilei Giotto and arriving at Acate via Palermo Oreto Orsi and Catania Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Sicily to Acate?

The distance between Sicily and Acate is 288 km. The road distance is 205.9 km.

How do I travel from Sicily to Acate without a car?

The best way to get from Sicily to Acate without a car is to train which takes 6h and costs €35 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Sicily to Acate?

It takes approximately 6h to get from Sicily to Acate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sicily to Acate bus from?

Sicily to Acate bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, depart from Palermo Oreto Orsi station.

Train or bus from Sicily to Acate?

The best way to get from Sicily to Acate is to train which takes 6h and costs €35 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €27 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Sicily to Acate bus arrive?

Sicily to Acate bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, arrive at Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure Terminal station.

Can I drive from Sicily to Acate?

Yes, the driving distance between Sicily to Acate is 206 km. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Sicily to Acate.

Where can I stay near Acate?

There are 815+ hotels available in Acate.

Sicily to Acate - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Sicily to Acate by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Palermo Centrale to Caltanissetta Xirbi5506 / ...
2. Take the train from Caltanissetta Xirbi to Vittoria5471 / ...
6h
€38–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palermo Oreto Orsi to Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure TerminalSais Autolinee AGGIUNTA43 / ...
2. Take the bus from Catania Airport to Acate
7h 10m
€19–26
Drive 205.9 km
1. Drive from Palermo to Acate205.9 km
3h
€32–47

Sicily to Acate by bus

6Weekly Buses

7h 10mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 287.6 km
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Sicily, Italy and Acate, Italy?

You can take a train from Palermo Notarbartolo to Acate via Palermo Centrale, Caltanissetta Xirbi, and Vittoria in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galilei Giotto to Acate via Palermo Oreto Orsi, Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure Terminal, and Catania Airport in around 7h 10m.

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