Getting Around Ragusa: Top Tips & Info!

Moving between the modern center of Ragusa Superiore and the historic heart of Ragusa Ibla is easy when you know the best transport options. Here is your complete guide to exploring the city and its surroundings comfortably.

 

Getting Around by Local Bus

Local urban buses connect Ragusa Superiore with Ragusa Ibla, as well as neighboring areas and the seaside resort of Marina di Ragusa during the summer season.

Ibla Bus Express / Tourist Shuttles:
During peak season, dedicated shuttle buses run frequently, connecting parking areas in Ragusa Superiore directly to key entry points in Ragusa Ibla (such as Piazza Repubblica and Largo San Paolo).

TICKETS AND FARES
Single ticket: €1.20 (valid for 90 minutes)
On-board ticket: €1.50

WHERE TO BUY

  • At local bars, newsstands, and authorized tobacconists
  • At bus terminals and official sales points
  • Via the official local transport mobile app

INFO
For timetables and urban route maps, visit www.etnatrasporti.it or the official Ragusa Municipality website.

 

Regional Buses & Airport Connections

Ragusa offers great connections to Comiso Airport “Pio La Torre” (only 20 km away) and Catania Fontanarossa Airport, as well as nearby towns in the Noto Valley (Modica, Scicli, Noto):

  • Autolinee Tumino: Direct connections to Marina di Ragusa and local beaches.
  • Etna Trasporti / Interbus: Frequent daily routes to Catania Airport and Catania city center.
  • AST (Regional Bus Service): Routes connecting Comiso, Modica, Scicli, and other provincial destinations.

 

Getting Around by Train

Ragusa Railway Station is located in the center of Ragusa Superiore in Piazza della Stazione. Regional trains run along the scenic “Baroque Railway” line, connecting Ragusa to Modica, Scicli, Pozzallo, Noto, and Syracuse.

INFO AND TICKETS
Check schedules and purchase tickets at www.trenitalia.com.

 

Taxis and Local Mobility

For independent travel or visiting locations outside public transport routes, consider these local services:

  • Taxi Ranks: Main taxi stands are located at the Railway Station, Piazza del Popolo (Ragusa Superiore), and Piazza Repubblica / Hyblean Garden (Ragusa Ibla).
    Ragusa Taxi Service: Tel. +39 0932 682828 / +39 0932 248493.
  • Car Rental & Private Transfers (NCC): Ideal for exploring Donnafugata Castle, the coast of Marina di Ragusa, and the surrounding Hyblean countryside.
  • Walking & Historic Stairways: One of the most picturesque ways to travel between Ragusa Superiore and Ragusa Ibla is on foot down the historic panoramic stairway (approx. 340 steps), offering breathtaking views of the valley.