Bus Tickets from Rome to Palermo

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rome to Palermo on November 23
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus Bus
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Terminal Bus PalermoCheapest
Autoservizi SalemiBus
    		Tiburtina
    		Terminal Bus PalermoFastest
    Flixbus Bus
    		Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
    		Terminal Bus PalermoNo tags
    Flixbus Bus
    		Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
    		Terminal Bus PalermoNo tags
    Flixbus Bus
    		Rome Fiumicino Airport
    		Terminal Bus PalermoNo tags

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    Compare 3 ways to go from Rome to Palermo

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Palermo. The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    2carpool per day
    10h 40mAverage Duration
    427 kmDistance
    18kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average Price$38 - $297Average Duration14h 55m
    11kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average Price$71 - $206Average Duration12h 2m
    10kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average Price$73 - $128Average Duration10h 40m
    18kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rome to Palermo by bus

    1. What is the distance between Rome and Palermo?

      The distance covered from Rome to Palermo is 428 km (265 miles).

    2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Rome to Palermo?

      Buses traveling this route start their trip at Rome Tiburtina Bus Station, in Rome, and end it at Terminal Bus Palermo, in Palermo.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

    Best price found
    11-20
    $108
    11-21
    $101
    Today
    $90
    11-23
    $94
    11-24
    $82
    11-25
    $82
    11-26
    $88
    11-27
    $80
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rome to Palermo was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $80

    To 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 $80 to $188 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 $80 which is on 2025-11-27.

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