The cheapest and fastest trains from Livorno to Palermo
Cheapest price
£67
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
15 h 52 m
Average duration
16 h 14 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
655 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Livorno to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Livorno to Palermo will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.
Of the 5 trains that leave Livorno for Palermo every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 655 km distance in an average of 16 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 16 h 31 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, ferry, coach and flight for Livorno to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Livorno 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 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 655 km
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| Train | Most popular Ferry | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|---|
£103 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest | £101 Average Price | £103 Average Price |
15h 44m Average total duration 15h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 16m Average total duration 20h 16m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 30h 21m Average total duration 29h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Livorno to Palermo train times
The table below shows live departures for Livorno to Palermo trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 799+ Intercity 723 | 02:20 Livorno Centrale | 15h52 | 18:12 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
![]() | 00:40 Livorno | 16h22 | 17:02 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Livorno to Palermo by train, ferry, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Livorno to Palermo
Trains from Livorno to Palermo run on average 7 times per day, taking around 15h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 655 km distance in 15h 42m.
Distance 655 km |
Average train duration 15h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 15h 42m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte, Regionale from Livorno to Palermo trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte, Regionale trains will get you between Livorno and Palermo from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Livorno to Palermo train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Livorno 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 Livorno and Palermo
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Access is available from Piazza Dante.
- Ristorante Pizzeria La Barcarola
- Osteria del Mare
- To the left side of the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Gran Duca
- Hotel Città
- Hotel Ariston
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-9 for local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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