How much is the bus ticket from Rome to Palermo?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rome to Palermo start at R 453. The average price for this route is around R 1 123. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Rome to Palermo?

The average bus journey time from Rome to Palermo is 14h 55m, covering a distance of 429 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 45m and is operated by Autoservizi Salemi .

Which bus companies service the Rome to Palermo route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Rome to Palermo at 01:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

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

A bus trip from Rome to Palermo produces an estimated 11 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 Rome to Palermo?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 455 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Autoservizi Salemi has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Autoservizi Salemi , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Rome to Palermo from R 486 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rome to Palermo on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Tiburtina	11h 45m	07:45	Terminal Bus Palermo	CheapestFastest
Bus	14:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	20h 30m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	20:10	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	14h 50m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	23:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	14h 55m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	22:35	Rome Fiumicino Airport	15h 50m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Palermo on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Tiburtina	11h 45m	07:45	Terminal Bus Palermo	CheapestFastest
Bus	01:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 10m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	20:10	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	14h 50m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	23:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	14h 55m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	13:20	Rome Fiumicino Airport	21h 40m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Palermo on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Tiburtina	11h 45m	07:45	Terminal Bus Palermo	CheapestFastest
Bus	01:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 10m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	20:10	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	14h 50m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	23:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	17h 25m	16:55	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	13:20	Rome Fiumicino Airport	21h 40m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Palermo on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	17h 25m	16:55	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
Bus	20:10	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	14h 50m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	Fastest
Bus	14:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	20h 30m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	13:20	Rome Fiumicino Airport	21h 40m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	22:35	Rome Fiumicino Airport	18h 20m	16:55	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Palermo on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 15m	08:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	CheapestFastest
Bus	18:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 15m	08:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	14:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	20h 30m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	18:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 15m	08:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	20:10	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	14h 50m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Palermo on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 15m	08:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Tiburtina	11h 45m	07:45	Terminal Bus Palermo	Fastest
Bus	18:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 15m	08:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	01:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 10m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	18:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 15m	08:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Palermo on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 15m	08:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Tiburtina	11h 45m	07:45	Terminal Bus Palermo	Fastest
Bus	18:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 15m	08:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	01:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 10m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	18:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	13h 15m	08:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

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

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:25 AM CET.

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 R 737, 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 priceR 453 - R 3 528	Average duration14h 55m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 835 - R 4 715	Average duration12h 2m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 737 - R 1 517	Average duration10h 40m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rome and Palermo?

Stops in Rome

A
Rome Ciampino Airport
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B
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Largo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
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C
Rome Fiumicino Airport
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D
Castro Pretorio
Viale Castro Pretorio 76, 00185 Roma, Italy
E
Roma
F
Anagnina
Via Vincenzo Giudice, 00173 Roma RM, 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

3.5/511 621 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Autoservizi Salemi

4.5/5458 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

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 R 453

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

4/5955 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi3.1

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rome 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 Rome to Palermo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rome to Palermo start at R 453. The average price for this route is around R 1 123. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Rome to Palermo?
The average bus journey time from Rome to Palermo is 14h 55m, covering a distance of 429 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 45m and is operated by Autoservizi Salemi.
Which bus companies service the Rome to Palermo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rome to Palermo?
The earliest bus departs from Rome to Palermo at 01:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rome to Palermo?
A bus trip from Rome to Palermo produces an estimated 11 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 Rome to Palermo?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 455 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Palermo?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Autoservizi Salemi has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Rome to Palermo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rome to Palermo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

13/12

R 1 459

14/12

R 1 139

Today

R 1 241

16/12

R 1 243

17/12

R 1 554

18/12

R 1 917

19/12

R 828

20/12

R 1 449

The cheapest trip from Rome to Palermo was searched and found on 19 Dec 2025 with a price of R 828

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 R 828 to R 3 435 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 R 828, 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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Rome to Palermo?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time14h 55m	Avg priceR 1 123	Daily departures5
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time12h 2m	Avg priceR 1 611	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time10h 40m	Avg priceR 1 172	Daily departures1