Bus and Train from Naples to Palermo: Tickets & Timetables

Next available departures

Next departures from Naples to Palermo on 17 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Trenitalia Intercity
Napoli Centrale
Palermo CentraleCheapestFastest
Trenitalia Intercity
Napoli Centrale
Palermo CentraleNo tags
Flixbus
Metropark Centrale
Terminal Bus PalermoNo tags
Flixbus
Metropark Centrale
Terminal Bus PalermoNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Naples to Palermo

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Palermo. The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
9h 20mAverage duration
196 milesDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£32 - £117Average duration14h
8kg CO₂e
Average price£22 - £85Average duration9h 20m
8kg CO₂e
Average price£36 - £217Average duration11h
70kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Naples to Palermo by bus or train

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

  1. How much does a ticket from Naples to Palermo cost?

    The cheapest tickets from Naples to Palermo start from £22. The average price for this route is around £57. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the journey from Naples to Palermo?

    The average trip duration from Naples to Palermo is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 196 miles. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 9h 13m and is operated by Trenitalia.

  3. Which companies operate the Naples to Palermo route?

    Several major companies operate on this route with 2 trips available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Trenitalia.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times from Naples to Palermo?

    The earliest service departs from Naples for Palermo at 01:15. And the latest service departs at 23:45.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the journey from Naples to Palermo?

    A journey from Naples to Palermo produces an estimated 7.868187500000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly way to travel and a mode of transport recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best company from Naples to Palermo?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Trenitalia, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 58 reviews.

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

    According to reviews on Busbud, the company Itabus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

  8. Which company offers the most punctual service from Naples 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.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Trenitalia, 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.

Best price found
14/04
£60
15/04
£61
Today
£47
17/04
£61
18/04
£53
19/04
£61
20/04
£60
21/04
£46
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Naples to Palermo was searched and found on 21 Apr 2026 with a price of £46

To save money and ensure you get the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Naples to Palermo, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay between £46 and £123 for a bus or train ticket from Naples to Palermo based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for the trip at £46 on 2026-04-21.

Usually Trenitalia, FlixBus 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.

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