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Piazza IX Aprile, 98039 Taormina ME, Italy (April 2023)

Tourist & Transport Information for Taormina

Our website Italy in Photos aims to showcase the beauty and diversity of Italy for our visitors, who are seeking the best experiences in the country. To help you plan your trip, we have added the Tourist & Transport Information section, where you can find useful details about your chosen destination. We have also curated a selection of tourist websites and blogs, so that you can complement the photos on our site with the insights and tips from these sources. We hope that our website will inspire you to make an informed choice and enjoy your visit to Italy.

The Transport section provides comprehensive information about the Nearest International Airports to each destination featured on the website. For added convenience, it also outlines a variety of travel options available from these airports to your chosen destination. These include public transport options such as buses and trains, ensuring cost-effective and eco-friendly travel. We have added a dtails of the Transport Hubs in the Sicily Region for those that wish to travel futher away. Whether you’re planning a quick weekend getaway or an extended trip, the Transport section is designed to simplify your travel planning and ensure a seamless journey from the airport to your destination.

Below, you will find links to Trenitalia, the primary train operator in Italy, providing extensive rail connections across the country. Additionally, we’ve included links to Fleibus Bus Services, where available, to help you navigate regional transportation with ease.

For travellers exploring Italy’s picturesque lakes, you’ll also find links to Ferry Companies Operating on the Lakes, offering a scenic and relaxing way to travel.

If you’re visiting Venice, renowned for its unique waterways, we have included Timetables for the Water Taxis to ensure you can seamlessly plan your journeys across the city’s canals. These resources are designed to make your travel planning simple and efficient, providing you with all the necessary tools to explore Italy’s diverse destinations

The Transport section provides comprehensive information about the nearest international airports to each destination featured on the website. For added convenience, it also outlines a variety of travel options available from these airports to your chosen destination. These include public transport options such as buses and trains, ensuring cost-effective and eco-friendly travel, as well as private transfers for a more personalized and comfortable journey. Additionally, the section highlights car rental services, offering flexibility and independence for travellers who prefer to explore at their own pace. Whether you’re planning a quick weekend getaway or an extended trip, the Transport section is designed to simplify your travel planning and ensure a seamless journey from the airport to your destination.

Below, you will find links to Trenitalia, the primary train operator in Italy, providing extensive rail connections across the country. Additionally, we’ve included links to local bus services, where available, to help you navigate regional transportation with ease. For travellers exploring Italy’s picturesque lakes, you’ll also find links to ferry companies operating on the lakes, offering a scenic and relaxing way to travel. If you’re visiting Venice, renowned for its unique waterways, we will included timetables for water taxis to ensure you can seamlessly plan your journeys across the city’s canals. These resources are designed to make your travel planning simple and efficient, providing you with all the necessary tools to explore Italy’s diverse destinations

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Tansport Information

The two closest international airports to Taormina

The two closest international airports to Taormina

1. Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): Located approximately 65 km away.

2. Comiso Airport (CIY): Around 112 km southwest of Taormina.

These airports are the most convenient options for international travel to and from Taormina

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The best way to travel from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): to Taormina

Traveling from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Taormina is straightforward, with several convenient options:

1. Train:
From the airport, take a shuttle bus to Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossa train station. Board a direct train to Taormina-Giardini station. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes.

2. Bus:
Take the Etna Trasporti bus directly from the airport to Taormina Via Luigi Pirandello. The bus ride lasts about 1 hour and 23 minutes.

3. Taxi

4. Private Transfer:

5. Car Rental: 

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The best way to travel from Comiso Airport (CIY) to Taormina

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Transport Hubs in Sicily

Aiports
Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) – Is a major hub connecting travelers to various destinations across Europe and beyond
Ryanair: Is the leading airline at Catania Airport, offering extensive connectivity with over 30 European destinations
Routes: London Stansted (STN) – Madrid–Barajas (MAD) – Dublin (DUB) – Brussels Charleroi (CRL) – Frankfurt Hahn (HHN) – Athens (ATH)Seville (SVQ)
– Valencia (VLC) – Kaunas (KUN) – Warsaw Modlin (WMI)
EasyJet: Is another prominent carrier at CTA, providing direct flights to several key European cities.
Routes: London Gatwick (LGW) – London Luton (LTN) – Berlin Brandenburg (BER) – Paris Orly (ORY) – Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – Geneva (GVA) – Naples (NAP) – Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LYS) – Bordeaux (BOD)
Wizz Air: Has a significant presence at Catania Airport, especially for routes to Central and Eastern Europe.
Routes: Budapest (BUD) – Bucharest Henri Coandă (OTP) – Memmingen (FMM) – Vienna (VIE) – Katowice (KTW) – Warsaw Chopin (WAW)

Palermo–Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO): Serves as a significant hub connecting travellers to various destinations across Europe and beyond.
Ryanair (FR):Is the largest carrier at Palermo Airport, offering extensive connectivity with over 40 destinations
Routes: Rome Fiumicino (FCO) – Milan Bergamo (BGY) – Milan Malpensa (MXP) – Pisa (PSA) – Bologna (BLQ) – Venice Treviso (TSF) – Turin (TRN) – Verona (VRN) – Naples (NAP) – Barcelona El Prat (BCN) – Madrid–Barajas (MAD) – London Stansted (STN) – Dublin (DUB) – Berlin Schönefeld (SXF- Brussels Charleroi (CRL) – Paris Beauvais (BVA) – Valencia (VLC) – Seville (SVQ) – Marseille (MRS) – Bucharest Henri Coandă (OTP) – Vienna (VIE) – Warsaw Modlin (WMI) – Kraków (KRK) – Wrocław (WRO) – Poznań (POZ) -Edinburgh (EDI) – Stockholm Arlanda (ARN)
Volotea: Is a prominent carrier at Palermo Airport, providing direct flights to several key European cities. T
Routes: Bari (BRI) 0 Naples (NAP) – Turin (TRN) – Verona (VRN) -Venice (VCE) – Genoa (GOA) – Florence (FLR) – Bordeaux (BOD) – Nantes (NTE)- Strasbourg (SXB) – Toulouse (TLS) – Nice (NCE) – Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LYS) – Athens (ATH) – Santorini (JTR) – Mykonos (JMK) -Malta (MLA) – Split (SPU) – Dubrovnik (DBV) – Prague (PRG)
EasyJet: Is another major airline at Palermo Airport, offering a range of flights to various destinations.
Routes: London Gatwick (LGW) – London Luton (LTN) – Berlin Brandenburg (BER) – Paris Orly (ORY) – Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – Geneva (GVA) – Naples (NAP) – Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LYS) – Bordeaux (BOD) – Lisbon (LIS) – Porto (OPO) – Bristol (BRS) – Edinburgh (EDI) – Basel (BSL) – Zurich (ZRH)

Major Railway Hubs
Palermo Centrale: Main train station in Palermo – Connects to Messina, Catania, Agrigento, and mainland Italy via ferry/train link.
Catania Centrale: Major station for eastern Sicily. – Connects with Syracuse, Messina, and Palermo. Links with the Circumetnea Railway (for Mount Etna region).
Messina Centrale: Key for ferry/train transfers to mainland Italy (Villa San Giovanni). Important junction for north-south Sicily routes.
Syracuse (Siracusa): Southern hub connecting to Catania and Ragusa.

Intercity and Regional Bus Hubs
Sicily’s bus network is extensive, especially where train service is limited. Major hubs include:
Palermo – Piazza Cairoli (Stazione Centrale area): – Hub for AST, SAIS Autolinee, Segesta, and FlixBus.
Catania – Stazione Centrale / Via D’Amico Bus Terminal: – Serves Interbus, Etna Trasporti, SAIS, and FlixBus.
Messina – Piazza della Repubblica: – Important for cross-island and mainland connections.
Agrigento – Piazzale Rosselli Bus Terminal: – Gateway for travel to/from Palermo, Catania, and the Valley of the Temples.
Trapani & Marsala: Connected by Autoservizi Salemi, Segesta, and Ruffino lines.

Major Ferry Ports in Sicily
Sicily is well-connected by sea, both to mainland Italy and to smaller surrounding islands. Here are the major ferry ports in Sicily.
Palermo Port (Porto di Palermo): Largest and busiest port in Sicily
Main routes – To mainland Italy: Naples, Civitavecchia (Rome), Genoa, Livorno. – To international destinations: Occasionally to Tunisia. – To other Sicilian islands: Ustica. – Operators: Grimaldi Lines, GNV (Grandi Navi Veloci), Tirrenia, SNAV, Siremar
Messina Port: Major ferry and train ferry link to mainland
Main routes: – To Villa San Giovanni (Calabria, mainland) – frequent short crossings (20–30 min) – Train ferries: Rail cars loaded directly onto ferries
Operators: Caronte & Tourist, Blu Jet (passenger-only)
Milazzo Port: Location: Northeast coast, near Messina
Primary gateway to the Aeolian Islands: – Lipari, Vulcano, Stromboli, Salina, Panarea, Alicudi, Filicudi. – Operators: Liberty Lines (hydrofoils), Siremar (ferries

It is advisable to check the latest schedules for these transportation methods as they could be subject to change.