Next available departures

Next departures from Naples to Palermo on 17 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:00	Naples Metropark Central Parking	10h 50m	07:50	Terminal Bus Palermo	CheapestFastest
21:00	Naples Metropark Central Parking	10h 50m	07:50	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
23:45	Metropark Centrale	11h 15m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
21:00	Naples Metropark Central Parking	10h 50m	07:50	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
23:45	Metropark Centrale	11h 30m	11:15	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
21:00	Naples Metropark Central Parking	10h 50m	07:50	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
23:45	Metropark Centrale	15h 30m	15:15	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 04:47 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 25 minutes and with fares starting at just COP 158,681, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 25mAverage duration

315 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceCOP 105,319 - COP 503,026	Average duration11h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceCOP 158,681 - COP 353,990	Average duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Ferry	Average priceCOP 114,931 - COP 3,104,312	Average duration10h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e

Bus stations and 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
Casalnuovo
Via Roma, 253, 80013 Casalnuovo di Napoli NA, Italy
E
Montesanto
Piazza Montesanto, 80135 Napoli NA, Italy
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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

3.5/515,178 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Trenitalia

3.9/569 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi2.7

Itabus

3.8/51,054 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.9

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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 is a ticket from Naples to Palermo?
The cheapest tickets from Naples to Palermo start at COP 105,319. The average price for this route is around COP 255,697. Busbud recommends booking 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 journey time from Naples to Palermo is 10h 27m, covering a distance of 315 km. The fastest vehicle can get you there in 9h 16m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which companies operate the Naples to Palermo route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 2 departures available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Trenitalia.
What are the earliest and latest departure times from Naples to Palermo?
The earliest trip from Naples to Palermo departs at 01:15. The latest trip departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the journey from Naples to Palermo?
A journey from Naples to Palermo emits an estimated 7.86825 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel 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 69 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Naples to Palermo?
According to reviews on Busbud, Itabus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which company has the most punctual service from Naples to Palermo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely company on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 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

14/08

COP 192,467

15/08

COP 140,095

Today

COP 151,400

17/08

COP 151,432

18/08

COP 250,044

19/08

COP 168,644

20/08

COP 113,558

21/08

COP 113,558

The cheapest trip from Naples to Palermo was searched and found on 20 Aug 2026 with a price of COP 113,558

To save money and make sure 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 COP 113,558 and COP 602,022 for a bus or train ticket from Naples to Palermo over the last 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for the trip at COP 113,558 on 2026-08-20.

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.