The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Palermo
Cheapest price
£257
Average price
£349
Fastest journey
23 h 27 m
Average duration
1 d 4 h 1 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
1485 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Palermo will cost around £349 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £257.
To travel from Paris to Palermo you need to make at least 2 changes.
9247+
InterCityNotte 797+
Intercity 723
9255+
SFM4 26496+
InterCityNotte 799+
Intercity 723
9247+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9559+
InterCityNotte 1959
9247+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9649+
InterCityNotte 1955
9247+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9649+
InterCityNotte 1955
9247+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9559+
InterCityNotte 1959
9255+
SFM4 26496+
InterCityNotte 799+
Intercity 723
9247+
InterCityNotte 797+
Intercity 723Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Paris to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.5 - 3.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £161.
Distance: 1485 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£228 Average Price | £104 Average Price Cheapest | £196 Average Price |
26h 42m Average total duration 26h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 35h 27m Average total duration 34h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 4.5 - 8.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Paris to Palermo train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Palermo trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9247+ InterCityNotte 797+ Intercity 723 | On time 08:45 Paris Gare de Lyon | 33h43 | 18:28 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
9247+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9559+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 08:45 Paris Gare de Lyon | 26h12 | 10:57 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
9247+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9649+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 08:45 Paris Gare de Lyon | 23h27 | 08:12 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
9255+ SFM4 26496+ InterCityNotte 799+ Intercity 723 | On time 13:47 Paris Gare de Lyon | 28h41 | 18:28 Palermo Centrale | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Palermo
Trains from Paris to Palermo run on average 1 times per day, taking around 26h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £161 but you can travel from only £27 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 1485 km distance in 25h 52m.
Distance 1485 km |
Average train duration 26h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £161 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 25h 52m |
First train 06:16 |
Last train 21:10 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, TGV INOUI from Paris to Palermo trainsIntercity Notte, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Paris and Palermo from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Intercity Notte
TGV INOUI
FAQs: Paris to Palermo train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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 Paris and Palermo
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
- Le Train Bleu
- La Fabrique Cookies
- The Grand Comptoir
- Café Pierre Hermé
- Paul
- Starbucks
- Golden Brioche
- Mezzo di Pasta
- McDonald's
- The Prem1er Café
- & many more
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Located in Hall 1.
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
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