The cheapest and fastest coaches from Palermo to Rome
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
12 h 15 m
Average duration
16 h 7 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
427 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Palermo to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Rome will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £61.
Of the 5 buses that leave Palermo for Rome 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 427 km distance in an average of 16 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 h 5 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus21:1020h05Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)17:15Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)£611One-way1 change
S20218:0012h15Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)6:15Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£621One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus11:0518h30Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)5:35Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£671One-way1 change
FlixBus21:1014h20Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)11:30Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£791One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus15:2515h25Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)6:50Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£1011One-way1 change
S20218:0012h15Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)6:15Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£621One-way0 changes
FlixBus21:1014h20Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)11:30Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£791One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus15:2515h25Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)6:50Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£1011One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus11:0518h30Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)5:35Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£671One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus21:1020h05Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)17:15Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)£611One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Palermo to Rome
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £46, and a flight costs an average of £18.
Distance: 427 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train | Ferry |
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£58 Average Price | £109 Average Price | £79 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest |
11h 44m Average total duration 11h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 27m Average total duration Fastest 5h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 47m Average total duration 10h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 19m Average total duration 13h 19m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Palermo to Rome bus times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Rome coaches for today, Thursday 16 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 19:10 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 14h20 | 9:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:10 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 20h05 | 15:15 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 1 change | |
| Friday 17 April | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 18h30 | 3:35 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:25 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 15h25 | 4:50 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
S202 | 16:00 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 12h15 | 4:15 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Autoservizi Salemi?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Autoservizi Salemi, but also compare tickets for the likes of Itabus, FlixBus, Salemi or Infobus to find the best option for your trip from Palermo to Rome.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Palermo to Rome
Buses from Palermo to Rome run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 427 km distance in 12h 15m.
Distance 427 km |
Average bus duration 11h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 15m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 70 days |
Bus providers: Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus, FlixBus, Salemi, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Autoservizi Salemi Srl from Palermo to RomeYou can travel by bus between Palermo to Rome with Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus, FlixBus, Salemi, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Autoservizi Salemi Srl for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Palermo to Rome coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- Autoservizi Salemi
- The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's best to check the terms during booking.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Autoservizi Salemi
- Two pieces of luggage: one large suitcase for the hold and one smaller backpack for on-board.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Palermo and Rome
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ristorante Italiano (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 520, 720 Train: Leonardo Express
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