How much does a ticket from Naples to Palermo cost?

The cheapest tickets from Naples to Palermo start from MAD 268. The average price for this route is around MAD 732. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the journey from Naples to Palermo?

The average trip duration from Naples to Palermo is 11h 41m, covering a distance of 196 miles. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 9h 17m and is operated by Trenitalia .

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 .

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.

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.

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.

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 3.1.

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.

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.

Bus and Train Naples to Palermo from MAD 461 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Naples to Palermo on 18 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:45	Metropark Centrale	15h 30m	15:15	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
		23:45	Metropark Centrale	11h 15m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	Fastest

Next departures from Naples to Palermo on 19 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:45	Napoli Centrale	9h 23m	19:08	Palermo Centrale	Cheapest
09:45	Napoli Centrale	9h 23m	19:08	Palermo Centrale	Fastest
01:25	Metropark Centrale	13h 50m	15:15	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
23:45	Metropark Centrale	11h 15m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
23:45	Metropark Centrale	15h 30m	15:15	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures from Naples to Palermo on 20 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:45	Metropark Centrale	15h 30m	15:15	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
09:45	Napoli Centrale	9h 23m	19:08	Palermo Centrale	Fastest
09:45	Napoli Centrale	9h 23m	19:08	Palermo Centrale	No tags
01:25	Metropark Centrale	13h 50m	15:15	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
23:45	Metropark Centrale	11h 15m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures from Naples to Palermo on 21 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:45	Napoli Centrale	9h 23m	19:08	Palermo Centrale	Cheapest
09:45	Napoli Centrale	9h 23m	19:08	Palermo Centrale	Fastest
01:25	Metropark Centrale	13h 50m	15:15	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
23:45	Metropark Centrale	11h 15m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
23:45	Metropark Centrale	15h 30m	15:15	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures from Naples to Palermo on 22 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:45	Metropark Centrale	15h 30m	15:15	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
23:45	Metropark Centrale	11h 15m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	Fastest
01:25	Metropark Centrale	13h 50m	15:15	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures from Naples to Palermo on 23 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:45	Metropark Centrale	11h 15m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	CheapestFastest
01:25	Metropark Centrale	13h 50m	15:15	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
23:45	Metropark Centrale	15h 30m	15:15	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures from Naples to Palermo on 24 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:45	Napoli Centrale	9h 23m	19:08	Palermo Centrale	CheapestFastest
09:45	Napoli Centrale	9h 23m	19:08	Palermo Centrale	No tags
01:25	Metropark Centrale	13h 50m	15:15	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
23:45	Metropark Centrale	11h 15m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
23:45	Metropark Centrale	15h 30m	15:15	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 06:30 CEST.

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 23 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 268, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 23mAverage duration

196 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceMAD 361 - MAD 1,456	Average duration14h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceMAD 268 - MAD 1,067	Average duration9h 23m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Ferry	Average priceMAD 589 - MAD 3,211	Average duration11h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Naples and Palermo?

Stops in Naples

A
Napoli Centrale
Corso Italia, 2, 80142 Acerra NA, Italy
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B
Afragola
80021 Afragola NA, Italy
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C
Garibaldi
Corso Arnaldo Lucci 195, 80142 Napoli, Italy
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D
Montesanto
Piazza Montesanto, 80135 Napoli NA, Italy
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E
Casalnuovo
Via Roma, 253, 80013 Casalnuovo di Napoli NA, Italy
F
Mergellina
Corso Vittorio Emanuele 4, 80122 Napoli NA, Italy

Stops in Palermo

A
Palermo Centrale
Stazione Centrale - Cupani 3, 90123, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy
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B
Vespri
Via del Vespro, 90127 Palermo PA, Italy
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C
Terminal Bus Palermo
Via Tommaso Fazello, 16, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy
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D
Francia
90146 Palermo PA, Italy
E
Guadagna
90124 Palermo PA, Italy
F
La Malfa
90146 Palermo PA, Italy

Compare companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,664 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Trenitalia

3.9/558 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi2.5

Itabus

3.8/51,008 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi3.0

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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.

How much does a ticket from Naples to Palermo cost?
The cheapest tickets from Naples to Palermo start from MAD 268. The average price for this route is around MAD 732. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the journey from Naples to Palermo?
The average trip duration from Naples to Palermo is 11h 41m, covering a distance of 196 miles. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 9h 17m and is operated by Trenitalia.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 3.1.
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.
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

16/05

MAD 669

17/05

MAD 746

Today

MAD 746

19/05

MAD 743

20/05

MAD 726

21/05

MAD 746

22/05

MAD 815

23/05

MAD 754

The cheapest trip from Naples to Palermo was searched and found on 16 May 2026 with a price of MAD 669

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 MAD 669 and MAD 1,249 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 MAD 726 on 2026-05-20.

Usually 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.