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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Terminal Bus Palermo | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Tiburtina | Terminal Bus Palermo | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Terminal Bus Palermo | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Terminal Bus Palermo | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rome Fiumicino Airport | Terminal Bus Palermo | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Rome to Palermo
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Palermo. The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rome and Palermo?
Stops in Rome
- BLargo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
- D
Castro Pretorio
Viale Castro Pretorio 76, 00185 Roma, Italy - E
Roma
- F
Anagnina
Via Vincenzo Giudice, 00173 Roma RM, Italy
Stops in Palermo
- AVia Tommaso Fazello, 16, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy
- BPunta Raisi, 90145, Palermo
- CPiazza Cairoli, 8-14, 90123 Palermo, Italy
- D90143 Palermo PA, Italy
- EVia Paolo Balsamo, 21, 90123 Palermo, Italy
- F
Via Paolo Balsamo, 31
Via Paolo Balsamo, 23-31, 90123 Palermo, Italy
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rome to Palermo by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Rome to Palermo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rome to Palermo start from $29. The average price for this route is around $60. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Rome to Palermo?
The average bus travel time from Rome to Palermo is 14h 55m, covering a distance of 429 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 45m and is operated by Autoservizi Salemi.
Which bus companies service the Rome to Palermo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rome to Palermo?
The earliest bus departs from Rome to Palermo at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rome to Palermo?
A bus trip from Rome to Palermo generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Rome to Palermo?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 474 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Palermo?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Autoservizi Salemi has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rome to Palermo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with a punctuality rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rome to Palermo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
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 Feb 21, 2026 with a price of $37To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rome to Palermo, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $37 to $139 for a bus ticket from Rome to Palermo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2026-02-26.
Usually Autoservizi Salemi 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
