Bus from Florence to Palermo: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Florence to Palermo on March 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Florence (Villa Costanza)
Terminal Bus PalermoNo tags
Autoservizi SalemiBus
Terminal Bus Villa Constanza
Terminal Bus PalermoNo tags
Autoservizi SalemiBus
Terminal Bus Villa Constanza
Terminal Bus PalermoNo tags
Autoservizi SalemiBus
Terminal Bus Villa Constanza
Terminal Bus PalermoNo tags
Autoservizi SalemiBus
Terminal Bus Villa Constanza
Terminal Bus PalermoNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Florence 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 17 hours, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
17hAverage Duration
655 kmDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$33 - $229Average Duration17h
16kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$120 - $120Average Duration14h 20m
27kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Florence 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Florence to Palermo?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Florence to Palermo start from $33. The average price for this route is around $89. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Florence to Palermo?

    The average bus travel time from Florence to Palermo is 17h, covering a distance of 655 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h and is operated by Autoservizi Salemi.

  3. Which bus companies service the Florence to Palermo route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Florence to Palermo?

    The earliest bus departs from Florence to Palermo at 3:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.

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

    A bus trip from Florence to Palermo generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Florence 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 478 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Autoservizi Salemi has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Florence to Palermo?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Florence 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 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
02-27
$124
02-28
No data
Today
No data
03-02
$71
03-03
$28
03-04
$72
03-05
$71
03-06
$78
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Florence to Palermo was searched and found on Mar 3, 2026 with a price of $28

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

You can expect to pay from $28 to $149 for a bus ticket from Florence to Palermo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2026-03-03.

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

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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