Catania Airport → Taormina
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from €92 fixed, one-way
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Taormina sits on a hill above the sea north of Catania. From Catania Airport the drive takes about 50–60 minutes along the A18 motorway; the direct coach takes 80–90 minutes because it stops in Catania first.
Catania Airport to Taormina at a glance
- Private transfer: 50–60 minutes, door to door. A live Welcome Pickups quote on 12 November 2026 gave €92 from Catania Airport to Corso Umberto in Taormina (one passenger, pickup on 25 November).
- Direct coach: Etna Trasporti (line ET07) and Interbus (line IN14), €7 one way or €14 return from the airport, 80–90 minutes to Taormina's bus terminal, no change.
- Train: regional trains from Catania stop at Taormina-Giardini station, down by the sea; you then need a bus or taxi up the hill to the town.
Private transfer from Catania Airport to Taormina
Taormina's centre is largely pedestrian and many hotels are on steep lanes, so the bus terminal is not always close to where you are staying. A transfer takes you as close as cars can go, and also covers Giardini Naxos, Mazzarò and Letojanni below the town. You can book a Catania Airport transfer with Welcome Pickups and enter your Taormina address; check the price for your date.
Taormina to Catania Airport
The coaches run in both directions, but early flights can leave before the first useful bus. A booked transfer at the time you choose is the safer option for a morning departure.
Planning your stay? Read our Taormina travel guide.
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Common questions
How much is a taxi from Catania Airport to Taormina?
Taxi fares are not fixed on this route, so agree the price before you set off. A pre-booked private transfer gives you a fixed price per vehicle in advance.
Is there a direct train from Catania Airport to Taormina?
No. Regional trains from Catania run to Taormina-Giardini station, below the town, and you need a bus or taxi up the hill.
Is there a bus from Catania Airport to Taormina?
Yes: Etna Trasporti (ET07) and Interbus (IN14) run direct coaches for €7 one way, taking 80–90 minutes.