Bus and Train from Palermo to Rome: Tickets & Timetables

Next available departures

Next departures from Palermo to Rome on 26 July
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Itabus
Terminal Bus Palermo
Rome Tiburtina Bus StationCheapest
Trenitalia Intercity
Palermo Centrale
TerminiFastest
Itabus
Terminal Bus Palermo
Rome Tiburtina Bus StationNo tags
Autoservizi Salemi
Terminal Bus Palermo
TiburtinaNo tags
Trenitalia Intercity
Palermo Centrale
TerminiNo tags
Flixbus
Terminal Bus Palermo
Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)No tags
Itabus
Terminal Bus Palermo
Rome Tiburtina Bus StationNo tags
Trenitalia Intercity Notte
Palermo Centrale
TerminiNo 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 CA$58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
11h 34mAverage duration
429 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceCA$34 - CA$328Average duration18h 30m
11kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceCA$58 - CA$393Average 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 differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is a ticket from Palermo to Rome?

    The cheapest tickets from Palermo to Rome start at CA$34. The average price for this route is around CA$159. 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 trip duration from Palermo to Rome is 15h 2m, covering a distance of 426 km. The quickest 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 trips 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 trip from Palermo to Rome generates an estimated 10.647662500000001 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?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the company 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 punctual 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
23/07
CA$111
24/07
CA$122
Today
CA$51
26/07
CA$68
27/07
CA$51
28/07
CA$105
29/07
CA$105
30/07
CA$103
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Palermo to Rome was searched and found on 25 Jul 2026 with a price of CA$51

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 CA$51 and CA$381 for a bus or train ticket from Palermo to Rome based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for the trip at CA$51 which is on 2026-07-27.

Usually FlixBus, 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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