The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo to Syracuse
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
4 h 29 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
204 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palermo to Syracuse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Syracuse will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
To travel from Palermo to Syracuse you need to make at least one change.
Regionale Veloce 5510 · Regionale 5379
Regionale Veloce 5512 · Regionale Veloce 5397
Regionale Veloce 5508 · Regionale Veloce 5391
Regionale Veloce 5508 · Regionale Veloce 5395 · Regionale 21789
Regionale Veloce 5520 · Regionale 12989
Regionale Veloce 5520 · Regionale 12989
Regionale Veloce 5512 · Regionale Veloce 5397
Regionale Veloce 5508 · Regionale Veloce 5391
Regionale Veloce 5510 · Regionale 5379
Regionale Veloce 5506 · Regionale 5507Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Palermo to Syracuse
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Syracuse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 204 km
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Palermo to Syracuse train times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Syracuse trains for today, Monday 9 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 5510 · Regionale 5379 | 12:31 Palermo Centrale | 4h35 | 17:06 Syracuse station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 5512 · Regionale Veloce 5397 | 14:31 Palermo Centrale | 4h29 | 19:00 Syracuse station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 5520 · Regionale 12989 | 16:31 Palermo Centrale | 4h07 | 20:38 Syracuse station | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 10 March | |||||
Regionale Veloce 5506 · Regionale 5507 | 06:31 Palermo Centrale | 4h40 | 11:11 Syracuse station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 5508 · Regionale Veloce 5391 | 08:31 Palermo Centrale | 4h34 | 13:05 Syracuse station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 5508 · Regionale Veloce 5395 · Regionale 21789 | 08:31 Palermo Centrale | 7h41 | 16:12 Targia | 2 changes | |
Intercity 730+ Regionale Veloce 5395 · Regionale 21789 | 09:15 Palermo Centrale | 6h57 | 16:12 Targia | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palermo to Syracuse
Trains from Palermo to Syracuse run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 21:53. The fastest train covers the 204 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 204 km |
Average train duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 21:53 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Palermo to Syracuse trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Palermo and Syracuse from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Palermo to Syracuse train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Syracuse 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 Syracuse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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