How to reach the University of Calabria (UNICAL)

 

The University of Calabria can be reached in different ways (Click her to see the Campus on Google Maps):

 

By Plane

The nearest and most convenient airport is Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF), about 70 km away.

• Direct Bus/Shuttle: Companies like Autolinee Romano and Ferrovie della Calabria offer direct bus services from Lamezia Terme Airport to the Cosenza Bus Station and, crucially, often directly to the University Campus (Terminal Bus).

  • Tip: It is highly recommended to check the current schedules and stops on their respective websites, as these routes can change. Some services are timed to coincide with university terms.

• Train + Bus/Taxi:

  1. Take a shuttle bus from the airport to the Lamezia Terme Centrale train station.

  2. Take a regional train to the Castiglione Cosentino train station (the closest station to the University, about 3-4 km away).

  3. From Castiglione Cosentino station, take an urban bus (Consorzio Autolinee) or a taxi to the campus.

 

By Car

• Motorway: Take the Autostrada A2 del Mediterraneo (Salerno – Reggio Calabria).

• Exit: The closest exit is Rende – Cosenza Nord.

• Directions: After the toll booth, follow the signs for Università – Paola. The university campus is located approximately 1 km from the motorway exit.

 

By Bus

The campus is very well-connected by bus, both for local and long-distance travel.

• Urban Bus (Cosenza/Rende):

  • The main operator is Consorzio Autolinee TPL, connecting the campus to the cities of Cosenza and Rende.

  • Key stops include the main bus terminal in Cosenza (Piazza Autostazione) and major hubs in Rende (e.g., Quattromiglia).

  • Urban lines like Linea 136 and Linea 138 specifically serve the UNICAL Terminal and various departments within the campus.

  • Tip: The official University website and the Consorzio Autolinee TPL website provide detailed routes and timetables.

• Long-Distance Bus:

  • Several national and regional bus companies (Autolinee Romano, Simet, Intersaj, FlixBus, etc.) connect Cosenza/Rende/University of Calabria to major Italian cities. Check their websites for direct routes to the “Università della Calabria” or “Rende – UNICAL Terminal” stop.

 

By Train

• Nearest Station: The closest railway station is Castiglione Cosentino, located about 3-4 km from the Campus.

• Connection to Campus: From Castiglione Cosentino, you can take an urban bus (Consorzio Autolinee) directly to the campus.

• Main Line Trains: If traveling by high-speed or Intercity trains, you might need to stop at Paola station and then take a regional train to Castiglione Cosentino, or arrange a private shuttle/taxi.

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