Bus and Train from Rome to Palermo: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Rome to Palermo on September 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Itabus
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Terminal Bus PalermoCheapest
Trenitalia Intercity
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Termini
Palermo CentraleFastest
Itabus
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Terminal Bus PalermoNo tags
Autoservizi Salemi
Tiburtina
Terminal Bus PalermoNo tags
Trenitalia Intercity
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Termini
Palermo CentraleNo tags
Flixbus
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Terminal Bus PalermoNo tags
Itabus
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Terminal Bus PalermoNo tags
Flixbus
  • Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Terminal Bus PalermoNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Rome to Palermo

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Palermo. The journey takes about 15 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just CZK 499, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
15h 5mAverage Duration
264 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceCZK 499 - CZK 4,208Average Duration15h 5m
11kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceCZK 861 - CZK 3,048Average Duration11h 44m
10kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rome to Palermo by bus or train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is a ticket from Rome to Palermo?

    The cheapest tickets from Rome to Palermo start from CZK 499. The average price for this route is around CZK 1,789. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the ride from Rome to Palermo?

    The average trip duration from Rome to Palermo is 13h 24m, covering a distance of 265 miles (427 km). The quickest vehicle can get you there in 11h 36m and is operated by Trenitalia.

  3. Which companies service the Rome to Palermo route?

    Several major companies operate on this route with 5 trips available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi, Trenitalia.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time from Rome to Palermo?

    The earliest trip departs from Rome to Palermo at 1:20am. And the latest trip departs at 11:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Rome to Palermo?

    A trip from Rome to Palermo generates an estimated 10.66415 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best company from Rome to Palermo?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 558 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Palermo?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the company Autoservizi Salemi has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

  8. Which company has the most timely service from Rome to Palermo?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely company on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Rome to Palermo?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Trenitalia, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses and trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
09/09
CZK 919
09/10
CZK 2,145
Today
CZK 1,300
09/12
CZK 637
09/13
CZK 637
09/14
CZK 892
09/15
CZK 815
09/16
CZK 790
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rome to Palermo was searched and found on Sep 12, 2026 with a price of CZK 637

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Rome to Palermo, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from CZK 637 to CZK 2,958 for a bus or train ticket from Rome to Palermo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CZK 637 which is on 2026-09-12.

Usually Trenitalia will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Rome to Palermo?

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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