The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo to Venice
Cheapest price
£117
Average price
£184
Fastest journey
15 h 9 m
Average duration
17 h 14 m
Trains per day
6
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 £184 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £117.
To travel from Palermo to Venice you need to make at least one change.
Intercity 730+
InterCityNotte 77410:1020h10Palermo Centrale6:20Venice Santa Lucia£1171One-way1 change
InterCityNotte 1958+
Intercity 58821:0519h11Palermo Centrale16:16Venice Mestre£1411One-way1 change
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 94327:0015h55Palermo Centrale22:55Venice Santa Lucia£1561One-way1 change
InterCityNotte 1954+
FRECCIAROSSA 949017:1019h24Palermo Centrale12:34Venice Santa Lucia£1731One-way1 change
InterCityNotte 1958+
FRECCIAROSSA 941421:0516h29Palermo Centrale13:34Venice Santa Lucia£1741One-way1 change
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 9658 · FRECCIAROSSA 88287:0015h09Palermo Centrale22:09Venice Santa Lucia£3461One-way2 changes
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 94327:0015h55Palermo Centrale22:55Venice Santa Lucia£1561One-way1 change
InterCityNotte 1958+
FRECCIAROSSA 941421:0516h29Palermo Centrale13:34Venice Santa Lucia£1741One-way1 change
InterCityNotte 1958+
Intercity 58821:0519h11Palermo Centrale16:16Venice Mestre£1411One-way1 change
InterCityNotte 1954+
FRECCIAROSSA 949017:1019h24Palermo Centrale12:34Venice Santa Lucia£1731One-way1 change
Travel 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 flight with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 47m. 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 flight costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 819 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£112 Average Price | £71 Average Price Cheapest | £82 Average Price |
16h 48m Average total duration 16h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 44m Average total duration 19h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Palermo to Venice train times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Venice trains for tomorrow, Sunday 19 July. 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 | 7:00 Palermo Centrale | 15h09 | 22:09 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
Intercity 736+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 7:00 Palermo Centrale | 15h55 | 22:55 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
Intercity 730+ InterCityNotte 774 | 10:10 Palermo Centrale | 20h10 | 6:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1954+ FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 17:10 Palermo Centrale | 19h24 | 12:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1958+ FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 21:05 Palermo Centrale | 16h29 | 13:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1958+ Intercity 588 | 21:05 Palermo Centrale | 19h11 | 16:16 Venice Mestre | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs Intercity?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Intercity, but also compare tickets for the likes of Intercity Notte or Frecciarossa to find the best option for your trip from Palermo to Venice.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palermo to Venice
Trains from Palermo to Venice run on average 7 times per day, taking around 16h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 819 km distance in 15h 53m.
Distance 819 km |
Average train duration 16h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 15h 53m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa from Palermo to Venice trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Palermo and Venice from £15. 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 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
Most Palermo to Venice trains use the Palermo Centrale to Venezia Santa Lucia station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia Mestre. Use this guide to compare Palermo and Venice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Venice station do trains from Palermo arrive at?
Getting to Venezia Santa Lucia from Venice city centre
Venezia Santa Lucia train station facilities and services
Venezia Santa Lucia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
Getting to Venezia Mestre from Venice city centre
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre train station facilities and services
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
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