How much is a ticket from Naples to Palermo?

The cheapest tickets from Naples to Palermo start from $40. The average price for this route is around $75. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the ride from Naples to Palermo?

The average trip duration from Naples to Palermo is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 196 miles (315 km). The quickest vehicle can get you there in 9h 13m and is operated by Trenitalia .

Which companies service the Naples to Palermo route?

Several major companies operate on this route with 1 trips available per day, including services from FlixBus , Itabus , Trenitalia .

What is the earliest and latest departure time from Naples to Palermo?

The earliest trip departs from Naples to Palermo at 1:15am. And the latest trip departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Naples to Palermo?

A trip from Naples to Palermo generates an estimated 7.868187500000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best company from Naples to Palermo?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Trenitalia , with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 58 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the company Itabus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

Which company has the most timely service from Naples to Palermo?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely company on this route is Trenitalia , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Naples to Palermo?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Trenitalia , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus and Train Naples to Palermo from $45 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Naples to Palermo on April 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:45am	Napoli Centrale	9h 20m	7:05pm	Palermo Centrale	CheapestFastest
9:45am	Napoli Centrale	9h 20m	7:05pm	Palermo Centrale	No tags
1:15am	Metropark Centrale	14h	3:15pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
11:45pm	Metropark Centrale	11h 15m	11:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
11:45pm	Metropark Centrale	15h 30m	3:15pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:47 PM CEST.

Compare 3 ways to go from Naples to Palermo

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Palermo. The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 20mAverage Duration

196 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $154	Average Duration14h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$40 - $113	Average Duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Ferry	Average Price$47 - $281	Average Duration11h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Naples and Palermo?

Stops in Naples

A
Napoli Centrale
Corso Italia, 2, 80142 Acerra NA, Italy
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B
Afragola
80021 Afragola NA, Italy
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C
Garibaldi
Corso Arnaldo Lucci 195, 80142 Napoli, Italy
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D
Montesanto
Piazza Montesanto, 80135 Napoli NA, Italy
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E
Casalnuovo
Via Roma, 253, 80013 Casalnuovo di Napoli NA, Italy
F
Mergellina
Corso Vittorio Emanuele 4, 80122 Napoli NA, Italy

Stops in Palermo

A
Palermo Centrale
Stazione Centrale - Cupani 3, 90123, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy
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B
Vespri
Via del Vespro, 90127 Palermo PA, Italy
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C
Terminal Bus Palermo
Via Tommaso Fazello, 16, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy
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D
Francia
90146 Palermo PA, Italy
E
Guadagna
90124 Palermo PA, Italy
F
La Malfa
90146 Palermo PA, Italy

Compare companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,447 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Trenitalia

3.9/558 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.5

Itabus

3.8/5993 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.0

Companies in IT:FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound, Trenitalia, BlaBlaCar Bus, Renfe, Intercape, VIA Rail Canada, ALSA, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Rede Expressos, Deutsche Bahn, Trenitalia, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Naples to Palermo by bus or train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is a ticket from Naples to Palermo?
The cheapest tickets from Naples to Palermo start from $40. The average price for this route is around $75. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the ride from Naples to Palermo?
The average trip duration from Naples to Palermo is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 196 miles (315 km). The quickest vehicle can get you there in 9h 13m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which companies service the Naples to Palermo route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 1 trips available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Trenitalia.
What is the earliest and latest departure time from Naples to Palermo?
The earliest trip departs from Naples to Palermo at 1:15am. And the latest trip departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Naples to Palermo?
A trip from Naples to Palermo generates an estimated 7.868187500000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best company from Naples to Palermo?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Trenitalia, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 58 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Naples to Palermo?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the company Itabus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which company has the most timely service from Naples to Palermo?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely company on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Naples to Palermo?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Trenitalia, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses and trains

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

Best price found

04/09

$79

04/10

$80

Today

$80

04/12

$80

04/13

$75

04/14

$62

04/15

$62

04/16

$62

The cheapest trip from Naples to Palermo was searched and found on Apr 14, 2026 with a price of $62

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

You can expect to pay from $62 to $124 for a bus or train ticket from Naples to Palermo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2026-04-14.

Usually 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.