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Take the train from Milan to Catania Centrale in 11 hours 39 minutes
If you want to travel from Milan to Catania Centrale by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Milan to Catania Centrale by train to take around 15 hours 18 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 11 hours 39 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll usually find around 15 trains per day running on this route, which spans 629 miles (1012 km). There’s no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Catania Centrale. Trenitalia trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Catania Centrale.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Milan to Catania Centrale start from £49.98 when you book in advance.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for timetables, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
Trains to Catania Centrale from Milan
It takes an average of 15h 18m to travel from Milan to Catania Centrale by train, over a distance of around 629 miles (1012 km). There are normally 15 trains per day travelling from Milan to Catania Centrale and tickets for this journey start from £49.98 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:18 | |
| Departure station | Milan | |
| Arrival station | Catania Centrale | |
| Journey time | From 11h 39m | |
| Distance | 629 miles (1012 km) | |
| Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £49.98 | |
| Train and bus operators | Itabus, Flixbus, Trenitalia, Autoservizi Salemi, Treni Turistici Italiani |
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Milan to Catania Centrale?
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Trenitalia trains from Milan to Catania Centrale
Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.
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What Intercity Notte (night trains) classes are there from Milan to Catania Centrale?
Compare the different travel classes offered by Intercity Notte (night trains) when travelling from Milan to Catania Centrale.
Seated coach Basic Easy
If you're travelling on a budget, buy a ticket for a basic seat - you'll find a spacious and comfy seat with a fold-down table, as well as a minibar service.
- Fold-down table
- Minibar
- Reading light
- Luggage storage
- Power sockets
- USB sockets
- Bedding
- Breakfast
- Bottle of water
- Toiletries
- More legroom
- Free magazines/newspapers
- Clothes hanger
- Wakeup service
- Private bathroom
- Welcome drink
- Mirror
Comfort couchette
This couchette can host up to 4 people and offers plenty of amenities, including a toiletry kit, bedding, and breakfast served in the morning.
- Fold-down table
- Minibar
- Reading light
- Luggage storage
- Power sockets
- USB sockets
- Bedding
- Breakfast
- Bottle of water
- Toiletries
- More legroom
- Free magazines/newspapers
- Clothes hanger
- Wakeup service
- Private bathroom
- Welcome drink
- Mirror
Deluxe cabin Relax
In this cabin, you'll enjoy a whole breakfast menu, a wake-up service and a comfier bed. Single, double or 3-berth compartments are available.
- Fold-down table
- Minibar
- Reading light
- Luggage storage
- Power sockets
- USB sockets
- Bedding
- Breakfast
- Bottle of water
- Toiletries
- More legroom
- Free magazines/newspapers
- Clothes hanger
- Wakeup service
- Private bathroom
- Welcome drink
- Mirror
Excelsior cabin Superior
The Excelsior cabin Superior can host up to 2 people. Enjoy the perks of the Deluxe cabin Relax, as well as a welcome drink and a private bathroom with washbasin, shower and mirror.
- Fold-down table
- Minibar
- Reading light
- Luggage storage
- Power sockets
- USB sockets
- Bedding
- Breakfast
- Bottle of water
- Toiletries
- More legroom
- Free magazines/newspapers
- Clothes hanger
- Wakeup service
- Private bathroom
- Welcome drink
- Mirror
What are the onboard services on Intercity Notte (night trains)?
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Milan to Catania Centrale.
- You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's Intercity Notte trains free of charge.
- In most cases, there are no luggage size limits – you can even travel with musical instruments and sports equipment. You’ll just need to make sure that your luggage is compatible with the space available on board.
A minibar trolley service is available on all Intercity Notte trains – you can choose from a wide range of snacks and drinks. Vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free options are available too.
Unfortunately, free WiFi is not available on Intercity Notte trains.
- Children under 4 can travel for free if a seat is not assigned to them. If they do have a seat, they can get 50% off Base tickets (standard fare).
- Children aged 4-14 also get 50% off, or 30% off if they’re travelling in the Comfort couchette or Deluxe cabin Relax.
- You can take your folding bike with you if it’s stored in one of the dedicated luggage spaces.
- If you have a traditional bike, you’ll need to disassemble it and place it in a bag that is not larger than 80 x 110 x 45cm.
- Small pets are allowed on board free of charge, if they’re placed in a carrier or cage of max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm. You’ll need to buy a ticket for the whole compartment.
- Bigger dogs are allowed on board if they have a ticket – it’s usually 50% off the Base ticket (standard fare).
Intercity Notte trains have a coach with designated spaces for 2 passengers with a wheelchair and 2 companions. You’ll find a wheelchair symbol outside the coach.
Depending on the class you’ll be travelling in, you’ll get to enjoy additional perks, including a wake-up service, breakfast, bedding and more.
How do I find cheap train tickets from Milan to Catania Centrale?
The price of train tickets from Milan to Catania Centrale starts at £49.98 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Choose a slower or connecting train
4. Look out for special deals
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.