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Cheap coach tickets from Rome to Palermo

Showing times and prices for 14 Jan

Cheapest

£51

Average

£55

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rome to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest

13:0521h50

Rome

10:55Palermo

£511One-way

1 change

2nd Cheapest

14:3020h25

Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina

10:55Palermo

£561One-way

1 change

20:0011h45

Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina

07:45Palermo

£591One-way

0 changes

Rome to Palermo bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Tuesday 14 January

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
FlixBus FlixBus FlixBus \| FlixBus	13:05 Rome	21h50	10:55 Palermo	1 change
FlixBus FlixBus FlixBus \| FlixBus	14:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina	20h25	10:55 Palermo	1 change
Autoservizi SalemiAutoservizi Salemi \|	20:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina	11h45	07:45 Palermo	0 changesDirect
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Bus times from Rome to Palermo

Showing times and prices for 14 Jan

Fastest Journey

11 h 45 m

Average

18 h

Buses per day

Distance

427 km

Of the 3 buses that leave Rome for Palermo every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

20:0011h45

Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina

07:45Palermo

£591One-way

0 changes

2nd Fastest

14:3020h25

Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina

10:55Palermo

£561One-way

1 change

13:0521h50

Rome

10:55Palermo

£511One-way

1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Rome to Palermo

Buses from Rome to Palermo run on average 8 times per day, taking around 14h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

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

426 km

Average bus duration

14h 38m

Cheapest ticket price

£9

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

11h 45m

First bus

00:35

Last bus

23:45

Price information

Coach companies: Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus and FlixBus Rome to Palermo

Travel from Rome to Palermo from £13 with Omio’s coach partners Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus and FlixBus! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost coach providers in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travellers in both continents the option to take a long-distance coach at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight coaches on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one hand luggage and one hold luggage bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long coach journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

FlixBus from Rome to Palermo coach information:

Average Duration: 14 h
Cheapest Price: £13

Italo is an Italian high-speed train service operated by NTV (Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori). It operates on the Italian high-speed rail network, connecting major cities such as Rome, Milan, Turin, Florence, Bologna, Naples, and Salerno. Italo trains are modern and comfortable. Italo offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, Comfort, and Prima, with each offering different levels of onboard facilities. Standard tickets offer basic seating, while Comfort tickets offer more comfortable seating and access to the onboard bar. Prima tickets offer the most luxurious experience, with access to the onboard lounge and complimentary snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Italo are Rome to Milan, Rome to Florence, and Milan to Turin.

Italo from Rome to Palermo coach information:

Average Duration: 10 h 25 min
Cheapest Price: £57

FAQs: Rome to Palermo coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Rome to Palermo with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Rome to Palermo.

Cheap coach tickets from Rome to Palermo can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Rome to Palermo is £40; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Rome to Palermo coach travel time is 11 h 45 min for the 264 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Rome to Palermo leaves at 00: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Rome to Palermo leaves at 23: 55.

Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Rome to Palermo with Autoservizi Salemi or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

For the journey from Rome to Palermo you can take a coach with Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus or FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Rome to Palermo on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

The cheapest month to travel from Rome to Palermo by coach is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel to Palermo from Rome including taking a train, coach, flight or ferry.