The cheapest and fastest coaches from Venice to Palermo
Cheapest price
£119
Average price
£123
Fastest journey
21 h 55 m
Average duration
1 d 9 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
819 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Venice to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Palermo will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £119.
To travel from Venice to Palermo you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus12:3522h25Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti11:00Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£1191One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus13:0521h55Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)11:00Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£1191One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus14:2024h55Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)15:15Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£1231One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus14:0025h15Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti15:15Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£1231One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus17:0526h15Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti19:20Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£1271One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus13:0521h55Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)11:00Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£1191One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus12:3522h25Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti11:00Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£1191One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus14:2024h55Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)15:15Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£1231One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus14:0025h15Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti15:15Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£1231One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus17:0526h15Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti19:20Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£1271One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Venice to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Venice to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £75.
Distance: 819 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£82 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price | £117 Average Price |
21h 25m Average total duration 20h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 11m Average total duration 18h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Venice to Palermo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Palermo coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 22h25 | 11:00 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:05 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 21h55 | 11:00 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:00 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 25h15 | 15:15 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:20 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 24h55 | 15:15 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:40 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 26h40 | 19:20 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:05 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 26h15 | 19:20 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Venice to Palermo by coach, train or flight
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Why should you book Venice to Palermo coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Itabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Itabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or ACTV — Azienda del Consorzio Trasporti Veneziano to find the best option for your trip from Venice to Palermo.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or ACTV — Azienda del Consorzio Trasporti Veneziano to find the best option for your trip from Venice to Palermo.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Venice to Palermo.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Venice to Palermo
Buses from Venice to Palermo run on average 5 times per day, taking around 20h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:52, the last at 21:40. The fastest coach covers the 819 km distance in 21h 55m.
Distance 819 km |
Average bus duration 20h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 21h 55m |
First bus 0:52 |
Last bus 21:40 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, ACTV — Azienda del Consorzio Trasporti Veneziano from Venice to PalermoYou can travel by bus between Venice to Palermo with Itabus, FlixBus, ACTV — Azienda del Consorzio Trasporti Veneziano for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Venice to Palermo coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Venice and Palermo
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 15
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