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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Palermo
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£-0
Fastest journey
2 d 13 h 26 m
Average duration
2 d 19 h 16 m
Trains per day
4
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.
To travel from Edinburgh to Palermo you need to make at least 5 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 flight with prices starting from £65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £65, and a train costs an average of £595.
Distance: 2333 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£606 Average Price | £207 Average Price Cheapest | £213 Average Price |
64h 14m Average total duration 63h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 60h 44m Average total duration 60h 14m 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 today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 05:40 Edinburgh | 61h22 | 19:02 Palermo | 6 changes | |
| 05:40 Edinburgh | 61h22 | 19:02 Palermo | 5 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Palermo
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Trains from Edinburgh to Palermo run on average 2 times per day, taking around 63h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £595 but you can travel from only £65 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 17:56. The fastest train covers the 2333 km distance in 61h 22m.
Distance 2333 km |
Average train duration 63h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £595 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 61h 22m |
First train 05:36 |
Last train 17:56 |
Train companies: LNER, Lumo from Edinburgh to Palermo trainsLNER, Lumo trains will get you between Edinburgh and Palermo from £65. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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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