Bus and Train from Palermo to Rome: Tickets & Timetables

Next available departures

Next departures from Palermo to Rome on 5 September
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
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 bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Rome. The journey takes about 17 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R$121, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
17h 55mAverage duration
424 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR$121 - R$1 120Average duration17h 55m
11kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR$264 - R$1 440Average 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 R$121. The average price for this route is around R$555. 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 14h 44m, covering a distance of 427 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 11h 29m 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 10.6501375 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 558 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 3.9.

  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 4.4 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 Autoservizi Salemi, 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
02/09
R$312
03/09
R$419
Today
R$157
05/09
R$169
06/09
R$251
07/09
R$156
08/09
R$182
09/09
R$194
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Palermo to Rome was searched and found on 07 Sept 2026 with a price of R$156

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 R$156 and R$1 417 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 R$156 which is on 2026-09-07.

Usually FlixBus, Autoservizi Salemi, 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.

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

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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