The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rimini to Palermo
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£96
Fastest journey
18 h 30 m
Average duration
23 h 11 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
665 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rimini to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rimini to Palermo will cost around £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £60.
Of the 5 buses that leave Rimini for Palermo every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 665 km distance in an average of 23 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 2 h 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 and coach for Rimini to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rimini to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 16h 8m. 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 coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 665 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£83 Average Price Cheapest | £98 Average Price |
20h 8m Average total duration 19h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 38m Average total duration Fastest 16h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rimini to Palermo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rimini to Palermo coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 8 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:01 Rimini | 27h59 | 09:00 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:00 Rimini | 26h00 | 09:00 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:15 Rimini | 18h30 | 05:45 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:30 Rimini | 22h55 | 12:25 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:35 Rimini | 22h50 | 12:25 Palermo | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rimini to Palermo
Buses from Rimini to Palermo run on average 4 times per day, taking around 19h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:01, the last at 22:25. The fastest coach covers the 665 km distance in 23h 10m.
Distance 665 km |
Average bus duration 19h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 23h 10m |
First bus 01:01 |
Last bus 22:25 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus from Rimini to PalermoYou can travel by bus between Rimini to Palermo with FlixBus, Itabus for as low as £36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Rimini to Palermo coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rimini 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
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