Previously seen trips

Next departures for Palermo to Taormina on August 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	9:36am	Palermo Centrale	5h 28m	3:04pm	Taormina-Giardini Train Station
Train	7:05am	Palermo Centrale	9h 19m	4:24pm	Taormina-Giardini Train Station
Train	2:27pm	Palermo Centrale	5h	7:27pm	Taormina-Giardini Train Station
Train	2:27pm	Palermo Centrale	4h 22m	6:49pm	Taormina-Giardini Train Station
Train	11:52am	Palermo Centrale	5h 29m	5:21pm	Taormina-Giardini Train Station

Compare 2 ways to go from Palermo to Taormina

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Taormina. The journey takes about 4 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just SGD 22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 9mAverage Duration

106 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceSGD 22 - SGD 34	Average Duration4h 9m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceSGD 35 - SGD 75	Average Duration5h 32m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Trenitalia

4.0/565 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.8

Based on 65 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Trenitalia ticket prices on this trip start at SGD 35

IT train companies:Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Italo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Palermo to Taormina by 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 the train ticket from Palermo to Taormina?
The cheapest train tickets from Palermo to Taormina start from SGD 35. The average price for this train route is around SGD 35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Palermo to Taormina?
The average train ride duration from Palermo to Taormina is 5h 32m, covering a distance of 106 miles (171 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which train operators service the Palermo to Taormina route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Palermo to Taormina?
The earliest train departs from Palermo to Taormina at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 6:44pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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08/04

SGD 30

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The cheapest trip from Palermo to Taormina was searched and found on Aug 4, 2026 with a price of SGD 30

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

You can expect to pay from SGD 30 to SGD 30 for a train ticket from Palermo to Taormina based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SGD 30 which is on 2026-08-04.