The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo to Venice
Cheapest price
£122
Average price
£209
Fastest journey
15 h 4 m
Average duration
17 h 54 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
819 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palermo to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Venice will cost around £209 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £122.
To travel from Palermo to Venice you need to make at least one change.
Intercity 730+
InterCityNotte 774
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 9432
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 9658 · FRECCIAROSSA 8828
InterCityNotte 1964+
FRECCIAROSSA 9574 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9400
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 9658 · FRECCIAROSSA 8828
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 9432
Intercity 730+
InterCityNotte 774
InterCityNotte 1964+
FRECCIAROSSA 9574 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9400Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Palermo to Venice
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, and a flight costs an average of £24.
Distance: 819 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£135 Average Price | £145 Average Price | £129 Average Price Cheapest |
16h 43m Average total duration 16h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 42m Average total duration 19h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Palermo to Venice train times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Venice trains for tomorrow, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 736+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658 · FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 06:05 Palermo Centrale | 15h04 | 21:09 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
Intercity 736+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 06:05 Palermo Centrale | 15h50 | 21:55 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
Intercity 730+ InterCityNotte 774 | On time 09:15 Palermo Centrale | 20h05 | 05:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1964+ FRECCIAROSSA 9574 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9400 | 11:58 Palermo Centrale | 20h36 | 08:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palermo to Venice
Trains from Palermo to Venice run on average 6 times per day, taking around 16h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £87 but you can travel from only £24 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 819 km distance in 15h 4m.
Distance 819 km |
Average train duration 16h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £87 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 15h 4m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:17 |
Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa from Palermo to Venice trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Palermo and Venice from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Venice’s new Access Fee
If you’re traveling to Venice by between April 25 and July 14, you might need to pay an additional €5 Access Fee. Find out more about traveling to Venice.
FAQs: Palermo to Venice train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Venice 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 Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Palermo and Venice
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
- McDonald’s
- Chock Full O'Nuts
- Puro Gusto
- Juice Bar
- Rossosapore
- Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
- Best Western Hotel Tritone
- The Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Villa Constanza
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Located in the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 10, 15, 18, 25a, 31, 31H, 32, 32H, 33H, 34H, 43, 53, 86, N1, 8AE
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, EC, RJ, IC, EN, ICN, R, Italo
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Viale della Stazione.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Mercure Venezia Marghera
- Hotel Lugano Torretta
- Hotel Mondial
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Venice and Mestre
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- Train: Regional trains to Venice and Mestre
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