Driving from Naples to Catania
Catania lies 380 km (236 mi) south of Naples, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 5 h 48 min without stops, over roughly 464 km (288 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Naples | Catania | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Italy |
| Population | 909,048 | 311,584 |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 40 m (131 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) |
Where to book car hire from Naples to Catania
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Staying in Catania
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Book a hotel in Catania
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Common questions
How far is Catania from Naples?
380 km (236 mi) in a straight line, south of Naples; by road roughly 464 km (288 mi).
How long does it take to get from Naples to Catania by car?
About 5 h 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Naples and Catania?
No, both are on Europe/Rome at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.