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

The cheapest way to get from Sicily to Syracuse is to bus which costs €17 - €25 and takes 5h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sicily to Syracuse is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Sicily and Syracuse?

No, there is no direct bus from Sicily to Syracuse. However, there are services departing from Galilei Giotto and arriving at Siracusa - Von Platen via Palermo Oreto Orsi and Catania Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Sicily and Syracuse?

No, there is no direct train from Sicily to Syracuse. However, there are services departing from Palermo Notarbartolo and arriving at Siracusa via Palermo Centrale and Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Sicily to Syracuse?

The distance between Sicily and Syracuse is 276 km. The road distance is 259.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sicily to Syracuse without a car is to bus which takes 5h 7m and costs €17 - €25.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Sicily to Syracuse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sicily to Syracuse bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sicily to Syracuse train from?

Sicily to Syracuse train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., depart from Palermo Centrale station.

Train or bus from Sicily to Syracuse?

The best way to get from Sicily to Syracuse is to bus which takes 5h 7m and costs €17 - €25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €18 - €65 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Sicily to Syracuse bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sicily to Syracuse train arrive?

Sicily to Syracuse train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., arrive at Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossa station.

Can I drive from Sicily to Syracuse?

Yes, the driving distance between Sicily to Syracuse is 260 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Sicily to Syracuse.

Where can I stay near Syracuse?

There are 2861+ hotels available in Syracuse.

Sicily to Syracuse - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Sicily to Syracuse by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Palermo Oreto Orsi to Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure TerminalSais Autolinee AGGIUNTA45 / ...
2. Take the bus from Catania Airport to Siracusa - Von PlatenCatania
5h 7m
€17–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale5506 / ...
2. Take the bus from Catania Via Archimede to Siracusa - Von PlatenCatania
5h 50m
€20–56
Drive 259.6 km
1. Drive from Palermo to Syracuse259.6 km
3h 1m
€41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Palermo Centrale to Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossa5506 / ...
2. Take the train from Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossa to SiracusaRe / ...
6h 12m
€19–63

Sicily to Syracuse by bus

126Weekly Buses

5h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 275.8 km
Duration: 5h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Galilei Giotto to Siracusa - Von Platen via Palermo Oreto Orsi and Catania Airport in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Palermo Notarbartolo to Siracusa via Palermo Centrale and Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossa in around 6h 12m.

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