The cheapest and fastest coaches from Naples to Palermo
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
8 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 45 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
312 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Naples to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naples to Palermo will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £46.
Of the 2 buses that leave Naples for Palermo every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 312 km distance in an average of 8 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train, ferry, coach and flight for Naples to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Naples to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £48.
Distance: 312 km
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| Coach | Most popular Ferry | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|---|
£85 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £139 Average Price | £70 Average Price |
11h 42m Average total duration 11h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 20m Average total duration 10h 20m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 26m Average total duration 8h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Naples to Palermo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Naples to Palermo coaches for today, Tuesday 20 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:20 Napoli, Napoli Centrale | 18h05 | 13:25 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Naples to Palermo
Buses from Naples to Palermo run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £29 by ferry.
The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:20. The fastest coach covers the 312 km distance in 10h 40m.
Distance 312 km |
Average bus duration 11h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 10h 40m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, Autoservizi Salemi from Naples to PalermoYou can travel by bus between Naples to Palermo with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, Autoservizi Salemi for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Naples to Palermo coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Naples to Palermo by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Palermo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Naples and Palermo
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Napoli Centrale (in the station)
- Ristorante Da Dora (0.3 km)
- Pizzeria 50 Kalò (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 151, 182, 192 Metro: L1, L2 Train: Circumvesuviana
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Aeroporto (in the station)
- Ristorante Napoli (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3S, 182, Alibus
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