Agrigento does not have an airport: you arrive from Palermo (about 2 hours) or from Catania (about 2 hours 40), by bus, train or car. The good news is that connections are frequent, cheap and drop you a few minutes' walk from the centre — and from our B&B. In this guide you'll find timetables, companies, indicative prices and the official links to book.
In short: all the options compared
| Departure | Transport | Duration | Indicative price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palermo city | Bus | ~2 h | 9–10 € |
| Palermo city | Train | ~2 h | ~9–11 € |
| Palermo city | Car (130 km) | ~1 h 45–2 h | fuel |
| Palermo Airport (PMO) | Direct bus | ~2 h 15 | ~12–13 € |
| Catania city | Bus | ~2 h 40 | ~13–15 € |
| Catania Airport (CTA) | Direct bus | ~2 h 40 | ~13–15 € |
| Catania city | Car (165 km) | ~2 h–2 h 30 | fuel |
From Palermo to Agrigento
By bus: the simplest option
It's the option we recommend to most of our guests: frequent departures, about 2 hours' journey and arrival right in the centre of Agrigento, at Piazzale Fratelli Rosselli. Two companies cover the route.
- Autoservizi Cuffaro — departures from the Piazzetta Cairoli terminal, next to Palermo central station. On weekdays departures start at 5:45 and continue throughout the morning and early afternoon (8:15, 9:15, 10:30, 12:00, 13:00, 13:30, 14:00). On Saturdays the service is reduced; on Sundays and public holidays there are about 5 departures (8:15, 12:00, 15:30, 17:00, 19:30). Tickets can be bought on board too; the return ticket is valid for one month.
- Autolinee SAL (Camilleri, Argento & Lattuca) — the area's other long-established company, with services to Palermo city and, above all, the direct link with the airport which we'll cover in a moment.
By train
The Palermo Centrale – Agrigento Centrale line is served by Trenitalia Regional trains: about 11 direct services a day, just over 2 hours of travel and tickets from about €9–11. The first departure is around 6:43, the last one around 20:42.
The train is comfortable and scenic, but bear one thing in mind: in 2026 the line is undergoing scheduled works which on some days mean timetable changes or replacement buses. Before setting off, take a quick look at the Trenitalia website.
By car
It's about 130 km: you take the SS121 and then the SS189, with a travel time of between 1 hour 45 and 2 hours. The route is fast-flowing all the way and crosses the Sicilian hinterland between hills and villages: a beautiful drive, but without service stations every few kilometres, so fill up before you leave.
From Palermo airport (PMO) with no changes
If you land atFalcone-Borsellino airport at Punta Raisi you don't need to go into the city: the Autolinee SAL connect the airport directly with Agrigento, with departures spread through the day (roughly from 6:00 until early afternoon) and about 2 hours and a quarter of travel. The bus leaves from the arrivals exit; tickets are bought at the desk or on board.
From Catania to Agrigento
By bus, straight from the airport too
From Catania the bus is clearly the best choice. The company SAIS Trasporti connects Agrigento both with the city and — very handily — withCatania Fontanarossa airport, with no changes.
- Duration: about 2 hours 40 (the fastest services just over 2 hours 20).
- Frequency: services spread throughout the day; from the airport the first leaves around 8:30 in the morning and the last around 22:00, arriving in Agrigento in the middle of the night.
- Tickets: online at booking.saisautolinee.it or at the airport ticket office, open every day from 6:15 to 00:15.
Buses from Catania also arrive at Piazzale Fratelli Rosselli, Agrigento's bus terminal.
By train: better to avoid it
From Catania there are no direct trains to Agrigento: you need one or two changes (usually at Caltanissetta) and the journey goes well beyond three and a half hours. For the same price, the bus is faster and far more comfortable.
By car
About 165 km in 2 hours–2 hours 30: you take theA19 motorway Catania–Palermo, exit at Caltanissetta towards Agrigento and continue on the SS640, the so-called Strada degli Scrittori, now almost entirely dual carriageway. It's the smoothest route to reach us from eastern Sicily.
Which airport should you choose?
- Palermo (PMO) — the closest: about 130 km, with a direct bus to Agrigento. If you find a flight to Palermo at a similar price, choose this one.
- Catania (CTA) — about 165 km, but it's the island's largest hub: more flights, more airlines and often better fares. The direct SAIS bus makes up for the distance.
- Comiso (CIY) — just over 150 km, but direct public transport links are scarce: it only makes sense if you rent a car.
In short: look at the flight price first, because from both airports you reach Agrigento with a single bus.
You've arrived in Agrigento: what now?
And here comes the convenient part. Agrigento's centre is small and everything is within walking distance: from both arrival points you reach the B&B Miravalle in a few minutes, without a taxi and without any hassle.
- 🚆 From the train station (Piazza Marconi): 400 metres, about a 5-minute walk.
- 🚌 From bus terminal (Piazzale Rosselli): 800 metres, about a 10-minute walk.
- 🚗 By car: we're right in the centre, a stone's throw from Via Atenea; for parking we've put together a dedicated guide on where to park in Agrigento.
Arriving late in the evening? No problem.
The last bus from Catania reaches Agrigento in the middle of the night: that's why at B&B Miravalle you'll find self check-in available 24 hours a day. We send you the instructions before you arrive and you let yourself in whenever you like, even past midnight, without waiting for anyone.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the nearest airport to Agrigento?
The one at Palermo Falcone-Borsellino (PMO), about 130 km away, linked to Agrigento by a direct bus in just over 2 hours. Catania Fontanarossa (CTA) is 165 km away but offers many more flights, also with a direct bus.
Can you visit Agrigento without a car?
Yes, easily. The old town is walkable and for the Valley of the Temples there's the city bus service that leaves right from the station square. Many of our guests arrive by bus or train and don't miss having a car at all.
Bus or train from Palermo?
They're equivalent in duration (about 2 hours) and price. The bus has more departures and is more punctual; the train is more convenient if you're staying near Palermo central station. In 2026, with works under way on the railway line, the bus remains the safer choice.
How long do you need to visit Agrigento?
For the Valley of the Temples and the old town you'll need two days. If you want to add the sea at San Leone, the Scala dei Turchi and the surrounding area, better three or four: you'll find plenty of ideas in our guide on what to see in Agrigento.
We look forward to seeing you
However you choose to arrive, the B&B Miravalle is a few minutes' walk from your arrival point, with rooms with a balcony overlooking the sea and the Valley of the Temples, breakfast on request and 24-hour self check-in. If you have any doubts about your arrival time or the best way to travel, write to us: we're happy to reply, even just for advice.
Times, frequencies and fares are indicative and were verified in July 2026. Companies may change them, especially between the summer and winter seasons: before setting off, always check the updated timetables on the official carrier websites linked on this page.
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