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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Palermo to Salemi
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 35 m
Buses on 17 Sept
2
Distance
58 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Palermo to Salemi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Salemi will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Fast coaches
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 2 buses from Palermo to Salemi, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 58 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 45 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.
517914:001h45Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)15:45Salemi, Piazza Libertà£81One-way0 changes- 517914:201h25Palermo, Via Belgio / Via dei Nebrodi15:45Salemi, Piazza Libertà£81One-way0 changes
- 517914:201h25Palermo, Via Belgio / Via dei Nebrodi15:45Salemi, Piazza Libertà£81One-way0 changes
- 517914:001h45Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)15:45Salemi, Piazza Libertà£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Palermo to Salemi
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Salemi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 58 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Palermo to Salemi is a coach with an average price of £9.
This is compared to other travel options from Palermo to Salemi:
A coach is £0.70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palermo to Salemi costing on average £9.
The fastest way to travel from Palermo to Salemi is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 21m.
Other travel options to Salemi take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 6m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Palermo and Salemi including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £4. The journey takes 1h 21m versus 1h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Salemi, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi Srl.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Palermo to Salemi bus times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Salemi coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5179 | 14:00 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 1h45 | 15:45 Salemi, Piazza Libertà | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5179 | 14:20 Palermo, Via Belgio / Via dei Nebrodi | 1h25 | 15:45 Salemi, Piazza Libertà | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Palermo to Salemi coaches with Omio?
Salemi as well as Autoservizi Salemi or Autoservizi Salemi Srl offer coaches services from Palermo to Salemi.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Salemi, but also compare tickets for the likes of Autoservizi Salemi or Autoservizi Salemi Srl to find the best option for your trip from Palermo to Salemi.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Palermo to Salemi.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Palermo to Salemi
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Buses from Palermo to Salemi run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:50, the last at 20:45. The fastest coach covers the 58 km distance in 1h 45m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 58 km |
Average bus duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 5:50 |
Last bus 20:45 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Salemi, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi Srl from Palermo to SalemiYou can travel by bus between Palermo to Salemi with Salemi, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi Srl for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Autoservizi Salemi
About
Autoservizi Salemi is an Italian bus company that provides daily bus services across the Italian peninsula and throughout Sicily, connecting 33 cities and 52 stations with 487 trips daily. They offer national, regional, airport, and urban routes, including popular connections to cities like Milan, Florence, Bologna, Marsala, and Palermo. Onboard amenities often include air conditioning, power outlets, restrooms, Wi-Fi, and sometimes movies on longer journeys. Autoservizi Salemi also offers bus rentals and various ticket options.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Autoservizi Salemi Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Autoservizi Salemi Price
£7
Autoservizi Salemi frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage: one large suitcase for the hold and one smaller backpack for on-board.
Cancellation Policy
The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's best to check the terms during booking.
Unaccompagned minor
Children between 14 and 17 years old can travel alone with parental consent, but drivers cannot supervise them.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and beverages are available for purchase on board.
Toilets
USB plugs
Entertaiment on board
Salemi
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Salemi Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest Salemi Price
£8
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
2 a day
Autoservizi Salemi Srl
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Autoservizi Salemi Srl Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Autoservizi Salemi Srl Price
£5
Autoservizi Salemi Srl frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Salemi
Things to do in Salemi
Discover the best of Salemi — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Salemi trip today.
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Museo della Mafia
Museum focused on the Mafia museum project created in Salemi, presenting documents and installations on Sicilian social history.
Museo Diocesano d'Arte Sacra
Ecclesiastical museum with sacred art, liturgical objects and works linked to Salemi’s churches, ideal for visitors interested in heritage.
- Must visit
Piazza Alicia
Historic square below the castle, surrounded by important buildings and one of the best places to appreciate Salemi’s old urban layout.
- Must visit
Centro Storico di Salemi
The old town’s winding lanes are ideal for a walk among stone houses, churches and viewpoints that reveal Salemi’s layered history.
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Belvedere di Salemi
Belvedere area near the upper town with rewarding views over hills and rooftops, especially pleasant in the late afternoon.
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- Vegan
Pane Nero di Castelvetrano
A dense ring-shaped bread linked to the ancient bread-making tradition of Salemi, often baked for festivals and prized for its rustic flavour.
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Busiate
Hand-rolled pasta from western Sicily, traditionally served with tomato sauce, ricotta and sometimes aubergine; a staple of home cooking nearby.
Couscous alla Trapanese
Couscous introduced through Arab influence and traditional in Trapani province, usually steamed and served with rich fish broth.
Ristorante La Giummara
Traditional Sicilian restaurant in Salemi known for local pasta, meat dishes and a relaxed small-town atmosphere.
Pizzeria Ristorante Euforia
Casual pizzeria and restaurant serving pizzas and familiar Sicilian dishes in an informal setting popular with locals.
Ristorante La Massaria
Established dining address around Salemi for Sicilian specialities, grilled dishes and a comfortable countryside-style atmosphere.
Euro (€)
More affordable than larger Sicilian tourist hubs. Lodging, meals and local travel are usually reasonably priced outside peak summer.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for a simple meal or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €45-70 per person for an upscale meal.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or rounded in. Leave €1-2 in cafés, round up taxis, and add 5-10% in restaurants only for notably good service.
FAQs: Palermo to Salemi coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Salemi 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 Salemi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Palermo to Salemi can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Palermo to Salemi is £9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Palermo to Salemi is 1h 45m to travel the 58 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Palermo to Salemi leaves at 5:50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Palermo to Salemi leaves at 20:45.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Palermo to Salemi with Salemi, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi Srl. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Palermo to Salemi, you can count on Salemi, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi Srl for the best way to get you to Salemi. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Palermo and Salemi and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Palermo , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus), Palermo, Via Belgio / Via dei Nebrodi . When arriving in Salemi , you can end your route in coach stations like Salemi, Piazza Libertà, Gibellina (Salemi Gibellina).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus), which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Salemi, Piazza Libertà, located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Salemi from Palermo is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Palermo to Salemi is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Palermo and Salemi including taking a coach and train.
No, the coach from Palermo to Salemi has no accessibility options.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Palermo to Salemi for coach company Autoservizi Salemi.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Palermo to Salemi depends on the coach companies:
- Autoservizi Salemi
- The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's best to check the terms during booking.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Palermo to Salemi.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Palermo to Salemi.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Palermo to Salemi:
- Autoservizi Salemi
- Two pieces of luggage: one large suitcase for the hold and one smaller backpack for on-board.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Palermo to Salemi.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Palermo to Salemi.
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Palermo to Salemi with the following coach company: Autoservizi Salemi.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Palermo to Salemi with the following coach company: Autoservizi Salemi.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Palermo and Salemi
Most Palermo to Salemi buses use the Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) to Salemi, Piazza Libertà station pair. Use this guide to compare Palermo and Salemi bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Palermo
Arrival bus stations in Salemi
Which Palermo station do buses to Salemi leave from?
Buses from Palermo to Salemi leave from Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus). The station is 1 km from Palermo city centre at Via Tommaso Fazello, Palermo, Italy.
Palermo, Via Belgio / Via dei Nebrodi90146 Palermo, PA, Italy
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