How much is the bus ticket from Naples to Palermo?

The cheapest bus tickets from Naples to Palermo start at R 586. The average price for this route is around R 1 254. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Naples to Palermo?

The average bus journey time from Naples to Palermo is 15h 25m, covering a distance of 315 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 30m and is operated by Itabus .

Which bus companies service the Naples to Palermo route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Naples to Palermo?

The earliest bus departs from Naples to Palermo at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Naples to Palermo?

A bus trip from Naples to Palermo produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Naples to Palermo?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Itabus , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 951 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Naples to Palermo?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Naples to Palermo?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Itabus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Naples to Palermo from R 596 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Naples to Palermo on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:00	Metropark Centrale	15h 25m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
	Bus	23:00	Metropark Centrale	12h	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	Fastest

Next departures from Naples to Palermo on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:00	Metropark Centrale	12h	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Naples to Palermo on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	01:15	Metropark Centrale	15h 40m	16:55	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
	Bus	23:00	Metropark Centrale	12h	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	Fastest

Next departures from Naples to Palermo on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:30	Naples Metropark Central Parking	10h 30m	08:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	CheapestFastest
Bus	21:30	Naples Metropark Central Parking	10h 30m	08:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	01:15	Metropark Centrale	15h 40m	16:55	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	21:30	Naples Metropark Central Parking	10h 30m	08:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	22:35	Metropark Centrale	16h 5m	14:40	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures from Naples to Palermo on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:30	Naples Metropark Central Parking	10h 30m	08:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	CheapestFastest
Bus	21:30	Naples Metropark Central Parking	10h 30m	08:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	01:15	Metropark Centrale	15h 40m	16:55	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	21:30	Naples Metropark Central Parking	10h 30m	08:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	23:00	Metropark Centrale	12h	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures from Naples to Palermo on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:30	Naples Metropark Central Parking	10h 30m	08:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	CheapestFastest
Bus	21:30	Naples Metropark Central Parking	10h 30m	08:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	01:15	Metropark Centrale	15h 40m	16:55	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	21:30	Naples Metropark Central Parking	10h 30m	08:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	23:00	Metropark Centrale	12h	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures from Naples to Palermo on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:00	Metropark Centrale	15h 25m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
Bus	23:00	Metropark Centrale	12h	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	Fastest
Bus	01:15	Metropark Centrale	15h 40m	16:55	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

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Compare 4 ways to travel from Naples 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 9 hours and with fares starting at just R 557, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

9hAverage duration

312 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 586 - R 3 125	Average duration15h 25m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 689 - R 4 246	Average duration9h 32m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Ferry	Average priceR 893 - R 2 704	Average duration10h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 557 - R 1 351	Average duration9h	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Naples and Palermo?

Stops in Naples

A
Garibaldi
Corso Arnaldo Lucci 195, 80142 Napoli, Italy
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B
Immacolatella Vecchia
Calata Porta di Massa, 80133 Napoli, Italy
C
Pisacane
Pisacane, 80133 Napoli NA, Italy
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D
Stazione Marittima
Piazzale Stazione Marittima, 80133 Napoli NA, Italy
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E
Naples Airport
F
Via Benedetto Brin
Via Benedetto Brin, 3A, 80142 Napoli NA, Italy

Stops in Palermo

A
Terminal Bus Palermo
Via Tommaso Fazello, 16, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy
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B
Palermo Airport
Punta Raisi, 90145, Palermo
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C
Piazza Cairoli
Piazza Cairoli, 8-14, 90123 Palermo, Italy
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D
Fiera
90143 Palermo PA, Italy
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E
Via Paolo Balsamo, 21
Via Paolo Balsamo, 21, 90123 Palermo, Italy
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F
Via Paolo Balsamo, 31
Via Paolo Balsamo, 23-31, 90123 Palermo, Italy

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 623 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Itabus

4/5955 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi3.1

IT Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Naples to Palermo by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Naples to Palermo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Naples to Palermo start at R 586. The average price for this route is around R 1 254. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Naples to Palermo?
The average bus journey time from Naples to Palermo is 15h 25m, covering a distance of 315 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 30m and is operated by Itabus.
Which bus companies service the Naples to Palermo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Naples to Palermo?
The earliest bus departs from Naples to Palermo at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Naples to Palermo?
A bus trip from Naples to Palermo produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Naples to Palermo?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Itabus, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 951 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Naples to Palermo?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Itabus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Naples to Palermo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Naples to Palermo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Itabus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

14/12

R 1 325

15/12

R 2 094

Today

R 2 032

17/12

R 1 676

18/12

R 2 242

19/12

R 767

20/12

R 932

21/12

R 932

The cheapest trip from Naples to Palermo was searched and found on 19 Dec 2025 with a price of R 767

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

You can expect to pay from R 767 to R 2 588 for a bus ticket from Naples to Palermo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 767, which is on 2025-12-19.

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.