How much does a bus ticket from Rome to Palermo cost?

The bus ticket price from Rome to Palermo starts at US$27. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Rome to Palermo is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Rome to Palermo?

The average travel time between Rome and Palermo is around 14h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 11h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 428 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Rome and Palermo?

The number of buses from Rome to Palermo can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Rome to Palermo by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Rome to Palermo?

When taking the bus from Rome to Palermo, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rome to Palermo?

Buses travelling between Rome and Palermo leave from Rome Tiburtina Bus Station or Rome Ciampino Airport and arrive at Terminal Bus Palermo, Palermo Airport, Piazza Cairoli.

Bus Rome to Palermo from US$24 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Rome to Palermo on 31 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 10m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
20:00	Tiburtina	11h 45m	07:45	Terminal Bus Palermo	Fastest
20:10	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	14h 50m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
23:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	14h 55m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
13:20	Rome Fiumicino Airport	21h 40m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Palermo on 1 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 10m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
20:00	Tiburtina	11h 45m	07:45	Terminal Bus Palermo	Fastest
20:10	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	14h 50m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
23:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	14h 55m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
13:20	Rome Fiumicino Airport	21h 40m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Palermo on 2 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 10m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
20:00	Tiburtina	11h 45m	07:45	Terminal Bus Palermo	Fastest
20:10	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	14h 50m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
23:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	14h 55m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
13:20	Rome Fiumicino Airport	21h 40m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Palermo on 3 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 10m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
20:00	Tiburtina	11h 45m	07:45	Terminal Bus Palermo	Fastest
20:10	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	14h 50m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
23:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	14h 55m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
13:20	Rome Fiumicino Airport	21h 40m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Palermo on 4 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 10m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
20:00	Tiburtina	11h 45m	07:45	Terminal Bus Palermo	Fastest
23:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	14h 55m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
13:20	Rome Fiumicino Airport	21h 40m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
22:35	Rome Fiumicino Airport	15h 50m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Palermo on 5 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 10m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
20:00	Tiburtina	11h 45m	07:45	Terminal Bus Palermo	Fastest
23:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	14h 55m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
13:20	Rome Fiumicino Airport	21h 40m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
22:35	Rome Fiumicino Airport	15h 50m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Palermo on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:00	Tiburtina	11h 45m	07:45	Terminal Bus Palermo	CheapestFastest
01:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 10m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
20:10	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	14h 50m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
23:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	14h 55m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
13:20	Rome Fiumicino Airport	21h 40m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Rome 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 10 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

10h 40mAverage duration

427 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$27 - US$175	Average duration14h 55m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$50 - US$275	Average duration11h 36m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$45 - US$79	Average duration10h 40m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Bus Rome to Palermo: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$60

Average bus trip duration14h 55m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure01:15

Distance420 km

Latest bus departure23:30

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 120 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Autoservizi Salemi

4.5/5446 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.9

According to 19 reviews, Autoservizi Salemi received a 4.7-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. Autoservizi Salemi ticket prices on this trip start at US$27

Autoservizi Salemi Rome Palermo recent customer reviews

Ottima esperienza personale molto gentile ed aperto alle esigenze dei passeggeri

Ettore B.

13 May 2023

Very nice

Osagie Richard E.

26 August 2025

Itabus

4/5940 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

FlixBus

3.5/511 120 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Rome to Palermo Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Rome and Palermo?

Stops in Rome

A - Rome Tiburtina Bus Station

B - Rome Ciampino Airport

C - Rome Fiumicino Airport

D - Castro Pretorio

E - Roma

F - Anagnina

Stops in Palermo

A - Terminal Bus Palermo

B - Palermo Airport

C - Piazza Cairoli

D - Fiera

E - Via Paolo Balsamo, 21

F - Via Paolo Balsamo, 31

Frequently asked questions on the trip Rome - Palermo

How much does a bus ticket from Rome to Palermo cost?
The bus ticket price from Rome to Palermo starts at US$27. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Rome to Palermo is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Rome to Palermo?
The average travel time between Rome and Palermo is around 14h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 11h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 428 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Rome and Palermo?
The number of buses from Rome to Palermo can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Rome to Palermo by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Rome to Palermo?
When taking the bus from Rome to Palermo, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rome to Palermo?
Buses travelling between Rome and Palermo leave from Rome Tiburtina Bus Station or Rome Ciampino Airport and arrive at Terminal Bus Palermo, Palermo Airport, Piazza Cairoli.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

28/10

US$60

29/10

US$72

Today

US$72

31/10

US$59

01/11

US$51

02/11

US$64

03/11

US$66

04/11

US$47

The cheapest trip from Rome to Palermo was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$47

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

You can expect to pay from US$47 to US$155 for a bus ticket from Rome to Palermo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$47, which is on 2025-11-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Rome to Palermo.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Rome to Palermo, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Rome to Palermo will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Rome to Palermo, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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Will you be returning to Rome by bus?

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