Bus and Train from Palermo to Rome: Tickets & Timetables

Next available departures

Next departures from Palermo to Rome on 21 July
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Autoservizi Salemi
Terminal Bus Palermo
TiburtinaCheapest
Trenitalia Intercity
Palermo Centrale
TerminiFastest
Trenitalia Intercity
Palermo Centrale
TerminiNo tags
Flixbus
Terminal Bus Palermo
Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)No tags
Flixbus
Terminal Bus Palermo
Rome Fiumicino AirportNo tags
Flixbus
Terminal Bus Palermo
Rome Fiumicino AirportNo tags
Flixbus
Terminal Bus Palermo
Rome Fiumicino AirportNo tags
Flixbus
Terminal Bus Palermo
Rome Fiumicino AirportNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Palermo to Rome

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Rome. The journey takes about 11 hours 34 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 379, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
11h 34mAverage duration
429 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceMAD 224 - MAD 1,998Average duration18h 30m
11kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceMAD 379 - MAD 2,592Average duration11h 34m
10kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Palermo to Rome 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 is a ticket from Palermo to Rome?

    The cheapest tickets from Palermo to Rome start at MAD 224. The average price for this route is around MAD 1,045. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average journey time from Palermo to Rome is 15h 2m, covering a distance of 426 km. The fastest vehicle can get you there in 11h 24m and is operated by Trenitalia.

  3. Which companies operate the Palermo to Rome route?

    Several major companies operate on this route with 5 departures available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi, Trenitalia.

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

    The earliest trip from Palermo to Rome departs at 07:00. The latest trip departs at 21:10.

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

    A journey from Palermo to Rome emits an estimated 10.6480625 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 525 reviews.

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

    According to reviews on Busbud, Autoservizi Salemi has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  8. Which company has the most punctual service from Palermo to Rome?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely company on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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

    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
18/07
MAD 336
19/07
MAD 560
Today
MAD 336
21/07
MAD 728
22/07
MAD 726
23/07
MAD 694
24/07
MAD 280
25/07
MAD 336
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Palermo to Rome was searched and found on 24 Jul 2026 with a price of MAD 280

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

You can expect to pay between MAD 280 and MAD 2,536 for a bus or train ticket from Palermo to Rome over the last 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for the trip at MAD 280 on 2026-07-24.

Usually Trenitalia 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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