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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Terminal Bus Palermo | Cheapest | |||||
 | Tiburtina | Terminal Bus Palermo | Fastest | |||||
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| Rome Fiumicino Airport | Terminal Bus Palermo | No tags | |||||
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Compare 2 ways to go from Rome to Palermo
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Palermo. The journey takes about 15 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 1,694, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rome and Palermo?
Stops in Rome
- A
Termini
Piazza dei Cinquecento 1, 00185 Roma RM, Italy - B
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Largo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy - C
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), Train station
Fiumicino Aeroporto, 00054 Fiumicino RM, Italy - D
Roma S. Pietro
Roma S.Pietro, 00165 Roma RM, Italy - E
Roma Trastevere
Roma Trastevere Railway Station, 00152 Roma RM, Italy
Stops in Palermo
- A
Palermo Centrale
Stazione Centrale - Cupani 3, 90123, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy - B
Vespri
Via del Vespro, 90127 Palermo PA, Italy - C
Terminal Bus Palermo
Via Tommaso Fazello, 16, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy - D
Francia
90146 Palermo PA, Italy - E
Guadagna
90124 Palermo PA, Italy - F
La Malfa
90146 Palermo PA, Italy
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rome 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 Rome to Palermo?
The cheapest tickets from Rome to Palermo start from TRY 1,694. The average price for this route is around TRY 4,340. 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 Rome to Palermo?
The average trip duration from Rome to Palermo is 13h 32m, covering a distance of 265 miles (427 km). The quickest vehicle can get you there in 11h 35m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which companies service the Rome to Palermo route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 5 trips available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi, Trenitalia.
What is the earliest and latest departure time from Rome to Palermo?
The earliest trip departs from Rome to Palermo at 1:20am. And the latest trip departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Rome to Palermo?
A trip from Rome to Palermo generates an estimated 10.664449999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best company from Rome to Palermo?
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 515 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Palermo?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the company Autoservizi Salemi has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which company has the most timely service from Rome to Palermo?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely company on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Rome 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.
The cheapest trip from Rome to Palermo was searched and found on Jul 2, 2026 with a price of TRY 3,064To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Rome to Palermo, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from TRY 3,064 to TRY 6,881 for a bus or train ticket from Rome to Palermo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 3,064 which is on 2026-07-02.
Usually FlixBus, 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.
