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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA) | Terminal Bus Palermo | Cheapest | |||||
 | Termini | Palermo Centrale | Fastest | |||||
 | Tiburtina | Terminal Bus Palermo | No tags | |||||
| Termini | Palermo Centrale | No tags | |||||
| Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Terminal Bus Palermo | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Rome to Palermo
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Palermo. The journey takes about 11 hours 39 minutes, and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rome and Palermo?
Stops in Rome
- APiazza dei Cinquecento 1, 00185 Roma RM, Italy
- BLargo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
- C
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), Train station
Fiumicino Aeroporto, 00054 Fiumicino RM, Italy - DRoma S.Pietro, 00165 Roma RM, Italy
- ERoma Trastevere Railway Station, 00152 Roma RM, Italy
- FCesano Di Roma, 00123 Roma RM, Italy
Stops in Palermo
- AStazione Centrale - Cupani 3, 90123, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy
- BVia del Vespro, 90127 Palermo PA, Italy
- CVia Tommaso Fazello, 16, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy
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Francia
90146 Palermo PA, Italy - E
Guadagna
90124 Palermo PA, Italy - F
La Malfa
90146 Palermo PA, Italy
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Frequently asked questions about travelling 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.
How much is a ticket from Rome to Palermo?
The cheapest tickets from Rome to Palermo start at $39. The average price for this route is around $105. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the ride from Rome to Palermo?
The average trip duration from Rome to Palermo is 13h 22m, covering a distance of 429 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 11h 32m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which companies service the Rome to Palermo route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 4 trips available per day, including services from FlixBus, Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus, Trenitalia.
What is the earliest and latest departure time from Rome to Palermo?
The earliest trip from Rome to Palermo departs at 12:45am. And the latest trip departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Rome to Palermo?
A trip from Rome to Palermo generates an estimated 10.7082125 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which 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 487 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Palermo?
Based on Busbud reviews, the company Autoservizi Salemi has the highest Wi‑Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which company has the most on-time service from Rome to Palermo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Rome to Palermo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find the cheapest prices for buses and trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rome to Palermo was searched and found on Apr 13, 2026 with a price of $65To save money and make 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 between $65 and $198 for a bus or train ticket from Rome to Palermo based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for this trip at $65 on 2026-04-13.
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?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
