How to reach Etna from Catania? Etna Connect, the new shuttle service offered by Fce
A Unique Experience, Within Reach
Welcome aboard Etna Connect, the solution designed by Ferrovia Circumetnea to help you discover the north side of Mount Etna in a simple, eco-friendly, and integrated way. Forget the stress of traffic and parking: we have combined our train and bus services to offer you a direct connection from Catania and the Ionian coast (via Riposto) to Piano Provenzana, the heart of excursions on Etna's north side. Whether you're a tourist seeking adventure or a local wanting to rediscover the volcano, Etna Connect is your ticket to an unforgettable experience.
Service active from June 16, 2025, to September 6, 2025
Every day, from Monday to Saturday. Suspended on Sundays and public holidays.
Travel Timetables
Departure → Etna North
TRAIN: Riposto → Linguaglossa
| Departure | Stop |
|---|---|
| 08:56 | Riposto (FCE Station) |
| 09:00 | Giarre (FCE Station) |
| 09:08 | Mascali Nunziata |
| 09:19 | Piedimonte Etneo |
| 09:29 | Linguaglossa (FCE Station) |
BUS: Catania → Linguaglossa
| Departure | Stop |
|---|---|
| 08:30 | Catania (Milo Metro Station) |
| 09:00 | Fiumefreddo di Sicilia |
| 09:10 | Piedimonte Etneo |
| 09:20 | Linguaglossa (FCE Station) |
ETNA SHUTTLE: Linguaglossa → Piano Provenzana
| Departure | Stop |
|---|---|
| 09:30 | Linguaglossa (FCE Station) |
| 09:55 | Rifugio Ragabo |
| 10:00 | Clan dei Ragazzi |
| 10:08 | Piano Provenzana (Etna North) |
| 10:10 | Monte Conca (Etna North) |
Return ← From Etna North
ETNA SHUTTLE: Piano Provenzana → Linguaglossa
| Departure | Stop |
|---|---|
| 15:00 | Monte Conca (Etna North) |
| 15:02 | Piano Provenzana (Etna North) |
| 15:10 | Clan dei Ragazzi |
| 15:15 | Rifugio Ragabo |
| 15:40 | Linguaglossa (FCE Station) |
TRAIN: Linguaglossa → Riposto
| Departure | Stop |
|---|---|
| 15:45 | Linguaglossa (FCE Station) |
| 15:57 | Piedimonte Etneo |
| 16:08 | Mascali Nunziata |
| 16:16 | Giarre (FCE Station) |
| 16:20 | Riposto (FCE Station) |
BUS: Linguaglossa → Catania
| Departure | Stop |
|---|---|
| 15:40 | Linguaglossa (FCE Station) |
| 15:50 | Piedimonte Etneo |
| 16:00 | Fiumefreddo di Sicilia |
| 16:40 | Catania (Milo Metro Station) |
Fares and Tickets
Etna Shuttle (Linguaglossa ↔ Etna North)
€3.30
One Way
€6.60
Round Trip
Where to Buy
Tickets are available on:
- FCE Catania & DropTicket Apps
- circumetnea.it website
- FCE ticket offices and authorized retailers
Tickets for the Bus (Catania-Linguaglossa routes) and Train (Riposto-Linguaglossa routes) must be purchased separately, according to standard fares. Consult the full price list on circumetnea.it.
Useful Information
For more details, connections with Castiglione di Sicilia and Randazzo, and for any other information, please visit the official Ferrovia Circumetnea website.
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