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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Florence (Villa Costanza) | Terminal Bus Palermo | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Bus Villa Constanza | Terminal Bus Palermo | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Florence (Villa Costanza) | Terminal Bus Palermo | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Florence (Villa Costanza) | Terminal Bus Palermo | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 8:51 PM CEST.
Get from Florence to Palermo
The journey takes about 17 hours and with fares starting at just COP 194,772, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Florence and Palermo
Stops in Florence
- A
Terminal Bus Villa Constanza
A1 - Autostrada del Sole, 50018 Scandicci FI, Italy - B
Florence - Piazzale Montelungo
50129 Centro Storico FI, Italy - D
Santa Maria Novella
Piazza della Stazione 45, 50123 Firenze, Italy - E
Scandicci - Villa Costanza
Via della Costituzione, 185, 50018 Scandicci FI, Italy - F
Via Cassia, 49B
Via Cassia, 49B, 50023 Impruneta FI, Italy
Stops in Palermo
- A
Terminal Bus Palermo
Via Tommaso Fazello, 16, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy - B
Palermo Airport
Punta Raisi, 90145, Palermo - C
Piazza Cairoli
Piazza Cairoli, 8-14, 90123 Palermo, Italy - D
Fiera
90143 Palermo PA, Italy - E
Via Paolo Balsamo, 31
Via Paolo Balsamo, 23-31, 90123 Palermo, Italy - F
Piazza Ruggero Settimo, 12
Piazza Ruggero Settimo, 12C, 90139 Palermo, Italy
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Florence to Palermo by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Florence to Palermo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Florence to Palermo start from COP 194,772. The average price for this route is around COP 358,804. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Florence to Palermo?
The average bus trip duration from Florence to Palermo is 17h, covering a distance of 406 miles (655 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h and is operated by Autoservizi Salemi.
Which bus companies service the Florence to Palermo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Florence to Palermo?
The earliest bus departs from Florence to Palermo at 3:35pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Florence to Palermo?
A bus trip from Florence to Palermo generates an estimated 16.356925 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Florence 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 553 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Florence 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 has the most timely service from Florence to Palermo?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Florence to Palermo?
According to Busbud traveler 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.
The cheapest trip from Florence to Palermo was searched and found on Aug 27, 2026 with a price of COP 220,873To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Florence to Palermo, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from COP 220,873 to COP 546,713 for a bus ticket from Florence to Palermo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 220,873 which is on 2026-08-27.
