The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence to Palermo
Cheapest price
£100
Average price
£134
Fastest journey
12 h 23 m
Average duration
13 h 18 m
Trains per day
69
Distance
653 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Palermo will cost around £134 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £100.
To travel from Florence to Palermo you need to make at least one change.
8911+
InterCityNotte 1959
8927+
InterCityNotte 1959
8967+
InterCityNotte 1959
9959+
InterCityNotte 1959
8913+
InterCityNotte 1959
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9591+
FRECCIARGENTO 8863+
Intercity 723
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
Intercity 727
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9503+
Intercity 723
8953+
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
Intercity 727
8925+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9653+
InterCityNotte 1955Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Florence to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Florence to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £36, and a flight costs an average of £32.
Distance: 653 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Ferry |
|---|---|---|---|
£118 Average Price | £135 Average Price | £76 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest |
13h 23m Average total duration 12h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 19m Average total duration 15h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 9m Average total duration 20h 9m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Florence to Palermo train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8959+ InterCityNotte 1959 | Delayed 15:08 15:03Florence Santa Maria Novella | 21h31 | 12:34 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
8915+ InterCityNotte 1959 | Delayed 15:39 15:28Florence Santa Maria Novella | 21h06 | 12:34 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
8143+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 15:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 20h51 | 12:34 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
8919+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 16:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 20h06 | 12:34 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
9947+ InterCityNotte 1959 | Delayed 16:49 16:43Florence Santa Maria Novella | 19h51 | 12:34 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
8963+ InterCityNotte 1959 | Delayed 17:13 17:03Florence Santa Maria Novella | 19h31 | 12:34 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
8923+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 17:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 19h06 | 12:34 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
9951+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 17:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 18h51 | 12:34 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
8925+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 18:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 18h06 | 12:34 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
9955+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 18:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 17h51 | 12:34 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
8967+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 19:03 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 17h31 | 12:34 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
8927+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 19:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 17h06 | 12:34 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
9959+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 19:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 16h51 | 12:34 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9563+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 20:14 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 16h20 | 12:34 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+ InterCityNotte 1963 | 20:54 Florence Campo di Marte | 19h01 | 15:55 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9503+ Intercity 723 | 05:00 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 13h28 | 18:28 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9591+ FRECCIARGENTO 8863+ Intercity 723 | 06:05 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h23 | 18:28 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
9907+ Intercity 727 | 06:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 15h52 | 22:35 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
9907+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | 06:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 15h52 | 22:35 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
8111+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | On time 07:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 14h52 | 22:35 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
8111+ Intercity 727 | On time 07:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 14h52 | 22:35 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
8951+ Intercity 727 | 08:03 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 14h32 | 22:35 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
8951+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | 08:03 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 14h32 | 22:35 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
8903+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | On time 08:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 14h07 | 22:35 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
8903+ Intercity 727 | On time 08:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 14h07 | 22:35 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
9917+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | On time 08:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 13h52 | 22:35 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
8953+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | On time 09:03 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 13h32 | 22:35 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | 09:14 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 13h21 | 22:35 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
8907+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 10:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 21h44 | 08:12 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
9923+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9653+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 10:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 21h29 | 08:12 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
9923+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 10:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 21h29 | 08:12 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
8902+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9653+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 11:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 20h44 | 08:12 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
8902+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 11:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 20h44 | 08:12 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
9927+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9653+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 11:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 20h29 | 08:12 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
9927+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 11:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 20h29 | 08:12 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
8911+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 12:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 22h29 | 10:57 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
8911+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9653+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 12:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 19h44 | 08:12 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
8911+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 12:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 19h44 | 08:12 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
9931+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9653+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 12:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 19h29 | 08:12 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
9931+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 12:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 19h29 | 08:12 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
9931+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 12:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 22h14 | 10:57 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
8929+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 13:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 18h44 | 08:12 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
8929+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9653+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 13:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 18h44 | 08:12 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
8929+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 13:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 21h29 | 10:57 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
9935+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 13:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 18h29 | 08:12 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
9935+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9653+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 13:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 18h29 | 08:12 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
9935+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 13:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 21h14 | 10:57 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
8913+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 14:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 20h29 | 10:57 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
8913+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9653+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 14:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 17h44 | 08:12 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
8913+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 14:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 17h44 | 08:12 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
9939+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 14:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 17h29 | 08:12 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
9939+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 14:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 20h14 | 10:57 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
9939+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9653+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 14:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 17h29 | 08:12 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
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Overview: Train from Florence to Palermo
Trains from Florence to Palermo run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £81 but you can travel from only £32 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 653 km distance in 12h 41m.
Distance 653 km |
Average train duration 12h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £81 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 12h 41m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:26 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciargento, Italo, Frecciarossa from Florence to Palermo trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciargento, Italo, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Florence and Palermo from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Florence to Palermo train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Florence and Palermo
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
- Ramps, restrooms.
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