What is the cheapest way to get from Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala?

The cheapest way to get from Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala is to train which costs €35 - €50 and takes 5h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala?

The fastest way to get from Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Sicily and Santa Maria la Scala?

No, there is no direct bus from Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala. However, there are services departing from Galilei Giotto and arriving at Acireale via Palermo Oreto Orsi and Catania. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala?

The distance between Sicily and Santa Maria la Scala is 249 km. The road distance is 233.6 km.

How do I travel from Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala without a car?

The best way to get from Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs €35 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala?

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala bus from?

Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, depart from Palermo Oreto Orsi station.

Train or bus from Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala?

The best way to get from Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs €35 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala bus arrive?

Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, arrive at Catania Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala?

Yes, the driving distance between Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala is 234 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala.

Where can I stay near Santa Maria la Scala?

There are 5384+ hotels available in Santa Maria la Scala.

Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Sicily to Santa Maria la Scala by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale5506 / ...
5h 3m
€35–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palermo Oreto Orsi to Catania Central Bus StationSais Autolinee AGGIUNTA43 / ...
2. Take the bus from Catania to Acireale
5h 41m
Drive 233.6 km
1. Drive from Palermo to Santa Maria la Scala233.6 km
2h 39m
€37–53

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Distance: 249 km
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Sicily, Italy and Santa Maria la Scala, Sicily, Italy?

Trenitalia S.p.A. operates a train from Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale 4 times a day. Tickets cost €24–27 and the journey takes 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galilei Giotto to Acireale via Palermo Oreto Orsi, Catania Central Bus Station, and Catania in around 5h 41m.

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