- Must visit
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.
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£27
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£55
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
11 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
13 h 30 m
Buses on 30 Aug
9
Distance
427 km
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.
The average ticket from Rome to Palermo will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 9 buses from Rome to Palermo, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 427 km distance in an average of 13 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 15 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £48 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £48, while a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 427 km
| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train | Ferry |
|---|---|---|---|
£49 Average Price | £75 Average Price | £77 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest |
12h 35m Average total duration 12h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration Fastest 4h 16m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 32m Average total duration 11h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 57m Average total duration 12h 57m 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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The table below shows live departures for Rome to Palermo coaches for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 19h15 | 11:00 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 18h45 | 11:15 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
4181 | 18:15 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 13h35 | 7:50 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
S201 | 20:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 11h45 | 7:45 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 14h00 | 11:00 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 14h15 | 11:15 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 15h45 | 15:15 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 19h40 | 19:25 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
| Sunday 30 August | |||||
FlixBus | 1:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 13h55 | 15:15 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Rome to Palermo run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £14 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 11h 45m.
Distance 427 km |
Average bus duration 12h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 45m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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Discover the best of Palermo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Palermo trip today.
Important Sicilian art museum in Palazzo Abatellis, with medieval and Renaissance works including Antonello da Messina’s celebrated portrait.
Archaeological museum with Greek, Roman and Etruscan finds, coins and sculpture. A strong choice for understanding Sicily’s ancient past.
Modern and contemporary art museum in a restored monastery complex. Visit for Italian art, changing exhibitions and a central historic setting.
Monumental square at the junction of Palermo’s historic main streets. A classic meeting point with theatrical Baroque façades and constant street life.
Elegant square beside Teatro Massimo, popular for strolling and people-watching. A useful base for exploring central Palermo on foot.
Historic market district with layered architecture, lively lanes and everyday city life. Best for atmosphere, street scenes and local character.
Fried rice balls filled with ragù, peas and cheese. A Sicilian street-food classic, especially beloved in Palermo for its hearty, portable character.
Soft sesame-topped roll stuffed with spleen and lung, often with ricotta or caciocavallo. A distinctive Palermo sandwich with deep working-class roots.
Pasta with sardines, wild fennel, raisins and pine nuts. It captures Palermo’s Arab-Norman culinary heritage through sweet-savoury flavours.
Traditional restaurant serving Sicilian seafood, pasta and Palermo classics in an elegant but relaxed historic-centre atmosphere.
Historic market stall famed for pane ca meusa and other Palermo street-food staples in a lively, no-frills setting.
Long-established informal spot known for arancine, panelle and other classic rosticceria specialities popular with locals.
Moderate for Italy: street food and buses are cheap, while central hotels and seafood restaurants cost more in peak season.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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.

Most Rome to Palermo buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Palermo bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. ATMs are aTM available near ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
Available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) is 3 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Ristorante Italiano (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals area.
Ticket office support is available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus).
Available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus): Elevators, ramps.
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