Car Hire in Catania Port

Catania port is an important junction for ferries to the mainland and surrounding islands, located in the heart of the city's historic waterfront. With three rental agencies near the port, you can conveniently pick up a car right after arriving by ferry from Naples, Civitavecchia, or Reggio Calabria. The port is just 500 meters from Piazza del Duomo and the city's baroque center.

Catania port is located at Via Dusmet along the Ionian coast, 4 km north of Fontanarossa Airport. From here, you can reach the Etna slopes via Via Etnea in about 20 minutes and motorway A18 toward Taormina in about 15 minutes via the ring road. If you arrive by overnight ferry, pick up your car early in the morning and drive straight to Etna to avoid day-trippers.

Take SS114 southward 30 km toward Augusta and Siracusa for ancient history – allow 35 minutes. Park at the port and stroll to the La Pescheria market to buy local food before starting your Sicily trip. Which ferry lines service Catania port?

Grimaldi Lines and Tirrenia operate Catania with lines to Naples and Civitavecchia, with journey times of 9–12 hours. How close are the car rental locations to the port? The rental agencies are within 1–2 km from the port terminal, about 5–10 minutes' walk or a short taxi ride.

Can I drop off the rental car at a different location in Sicily? Yes, most rental agencies offer one-way rental between Catania port and other locations such as Palermo or Trapani for an additional fee.

We compare prices from all major providers at Catania Port so you can see the total cost upfront - including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.