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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Palermo
Cheapest price
£615
Average price
£615
Fastest journey
2 d 4 h 10 m
Average duration
2 d 4 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
2333 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Palermo will cost around £615 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £615.
To travel from Edinburgh to Palermo you need to make at least 5 changes.
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15:0052h10Edinburgh19:10Palermo£6151One-way5 changes
- 15:0052h10Edinburgh19:10Palermo£6151One-way5 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £180. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £180, and a train costs an average of £615.
Distance: 2333 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£615 Average Price | £321 Average Price | £231 Average Price Cheapest |
52h 28m Average total duration 51h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 64h 41m Average total duration 64h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Palermo train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Palermo trains for tomorrow, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00 Edinburgh | 52h10 | 19:10 Palermo | 5 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Palermo
United Kingdom
Italy
Trains from Edinburgh to Palermo run on average 1 times per day, taking around 51h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £615 but you can travel from only £180 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 15:00, the last at 16:00. The fastest train covers the 2333 km distance in 51h 10m.
Distance 2333 km |
Average train duration 51h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £615 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 51h 10m |
First train 15:00 |
Last train 16:00 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh to Palermo trainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh and Palermo from £180. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Edinburgh to Palermo train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Palermo by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Palermo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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