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Galleria Regionale della Sicilia - Palazzo Abatellis
Important Sicilian art museum in Palazzo Abatellis, with medieval and Renaissance works including Antonello da Messina’s celebrated portrait.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Pisa to Palermo
Showing times and prices for 17 Aug
Cheapest price
£127
Average price
£146
Fastest journey
21 h 35 m
Average duration
1 d 7 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
670 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Pisa to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pisa to Palermo will cost around £146 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £127.
Fast coaches
To travel from Pisa to Palermo you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus17:2521h50Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina)15:15Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£1271One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus13:2521h35Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina)11:00Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£1501One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:0528h55Pisa (Pisamover via San Giusto/Aurelia)11:00Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£1631One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus13:2521h35Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina)11:00Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£1501One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus17:2521h50Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina)15:15Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£1271One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:0528h55Pisa (Pisamover via San Giusto/Aurelia)11:00Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£1631One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train, flight and ferry for Pisa to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Pisa to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 670 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train | Ferry |
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£56 Average Price | £91 Average Price | £100 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest |
17h 52m Average total duration 17h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 9m Average total duration 15h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 52m Average total duration 19h 52m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Pisa to Palermo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Pisa to Palermo coaches for today, Sunday 16 August. 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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| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:25 Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) | 25h55 | 19:20 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2 changes | |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 Pisa (Pisamover via San Giusto/Aurelia) | 28h55 | 11:00 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2 changes | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Pisa to Palermo
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Buses from Pisa to Palermo run on average 3 times per day, taking around 17h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 01:38, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 670 km distance in 20h 30m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £15
Distance 670 km |
Average bus duration 17h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 20h 30m |
First bus 1:38 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £15
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Pisa to PalermoYou can travel by bus between Pisa to Palermo with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
20h 30m
Cheapest Price
£24
FlixBus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
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
1 a day
Complete guide to Palermo
Things to do in Palermo
Discover the best of Palermo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Palermo trip today.
- Recommended
Museo Archeologico Regionale Antonino Salinas
Archaeological museum with Greek, Roman and Etruscan finds, coins and sculpture. A strong choice for understanding Sicily’s ancient past.
- Recommended
GAM - Galleria d'Arte Moderna
Modern and contemporary art museum in a restored monastery complex. Visit for Italian art, changing exhibitions and a central historic setting.
- Must visit
Quattro Canti
Monumental square at the junction of Palermo’s historic main streets. A classic meeting point with theatrical Baroque façades and constant street life.
- Recommended
Piazza Verdi
Elegant square beside Teatro Massimo, popular for strolling and people-watching. A useful base for exploring central Palermo on foot.
- Recommended
Mercato del Capo
Historic market district with layered architecture, lively lanes and everyday city life. Best for atmosphere, street scenes and local character.
Arancine
Fried rice balls filled with ragù, peas and cheese. A Sicilian street-food classic, especially beloved in Palermo for its hearty, portable character.
Pane ca meusa
Soft sesame-topped roll stuffed with spleen and lung, often with ricotta or caciocavallo. A distinctive Palermo sandwich with deep working-class roots.
Pasta con le sarde
Pasta with sardines, wild fennel, raisins and pine nuts. It captures Palermo’s Arab-Norman culinary heritage through sweet-savoury flavours.
Osteria Ballarò
Traditional restaurant serving Sicilian seafood, pasta and Palermo classics in an elegant but relaxed historic-centre atmosphere.
Nni Franco U Vastiddaru
Historic market stall famed for pane ca meusa and other Palermo street-food staples in a lively, no-frills setting.
Ke Palle
Long-established informal spot known for arancine, panelle and other classic rosticceria specialities popular with locals.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Italy: street food and buses are cheap, while central hotels and seafood restaurants cost more in peak season.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for street food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
FAQs: Pisa to Palermo coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pisa 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Pisa to Palermo can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Pisa to Palermo is £56; 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 Pisa to Palermo is 20h 30m to travel the 670 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 Pisa to Palermo leaves at 1:38. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Pisa to Palermo leaves at 23:30.
There are 3 coaches a day from Pisa to Palermo which require at least one change with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Pisa to Palermo, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Palermo. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Pisa and Palermo and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Pisa , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina), Pisa (Pisamover via San Giusto/Aurelia), Lucca, Stazione FS . When arriving in Palermo , you can end your route in coach stations like Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina), which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus), located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Palermo from Pisa is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 20h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Pisa to Palermo is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel between Pisa and Palermo including taking a coach, train, flight and ferry.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Pisa to Palermo for coach company FlixBus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Pisa to Palermo:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Pisa to Palermo depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
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 Pisa to Palermo.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Pisa to Palermo:
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Pisa to Palermo:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Pisa to Palermo. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Pisa to Palermo with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Pisa to Palermo with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Pisa to Palermo with the following coach company: FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Pisa and Palermo
Most Pisa to Palermo buses use the Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) to Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) station pair. Use this guide to compare Pisa and Palermo bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Pisa
Arrival bus stations in Palermo
Which Pisa station do buses to Palermo leave from?
Buses from Pisa to Palermo leave from Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina). The station is 2 km from Pisa city centre at Pisa Pietrasantina Parking, 56123 Pisa PI, Italy.
Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina)Pisa Pietrasantina Parking, 56123 Pisa PI, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) from Pisa city centre
Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) is 1 km from Pisa city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus21, E24, 1+ · 12m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
1+, 21 · 14m · £0.90 · every ~9 min
1+ · 24m · £2 · every ~9 min
21 · 30m · £2
Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) bus station facilities and services
Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina). ATMs are available at Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina): Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina): The station is accessible for people with reduced mobility.
Pisa (Pisamover via San Giusto/Aurelia)Via S. Giusto, 56121 Pisa PI, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Pisa (Pisamover via San Giusto/Aurelia) from Pisa city centre
Pisa (Pisamover via San Giusto/Aurelia) is 1 km from Pisa city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus15 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
15 · 7m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
15 · 9m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
Pisa (Pisamover via San Giusto/Aurelia) bus station facilities and services
Pisa (Pisamover via San Giusto/Aurelia) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Pisa (Pisamover via San Giusto/Aurelia). ATMs are available at Pisa (Pisamover via San Giusto/Aurelia).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pisa (Pisamover via San Giusto/Aurelia).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pisa (Pisamover via San Giusto/Aurelia): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pisa (Pisamover via San Giusto/Aurelia): Wheelchair accessible with assistance.
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