The cheapest and fastest trains from Pisa to Palermo
Cheapest price
£81
Average price
£115
Fastest journey
16 h 15 m
Average duration
16 h 55 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
670 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pisa to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pisa to Palermo will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £81.
Of the 5 trains that leave Pisa 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 670 km distance in an average of 16 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 18 h 29 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, coach, flight and ferry for Pisa to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Pisa 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 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £36, and a flight costs an average of £23.
Distance: 670 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Ferry | Coach |
|---|---|---|---|
£108 Average Price | £114 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price |
16h 7m Average total duration 15h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 49m Average total duration 19h 49m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 17h 55m Average total duration 17h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Pisa to Palermo train times
The table below shows live departures for Pisa to Palermo trains for today, Friday 9 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:49 Pisa | 16h06 | 20:55 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:33 Pisa | 15h22 | 20:55 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:11 Pisa | 17h21 | 11:32 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:38 Pisa | 15h53 | 10:31 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:30 Pisa | 19h32 | 17:02 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 00:21 Pisa | 16h41 | 17:02 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pisa to Palermo
Trains from Pisa to Palermo run on average 7 times per day, taking around 15h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 670 km distance in 15h 51m.
Distance 670 km |
Average train duration 15h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 15h 51m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:40 |
Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte, Regionale from Pisa to Palermo trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte, Regionale trains will get you between Pisa 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: Pisa to Palermo train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pisa 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 Pisa and Palermo
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 20:30
- There is free Wi-Fi available at the McDonald's.
- There is a luggage storage office near the end of Platform 1.
- McDonald's
- Panetteria Binario 1
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators, ramps, and disabled parking. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Hotel NH Pisa
- Hotel La Pace
- Hotel Maria
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 20:30
- Located just outside the station on Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II.
- Bus lines: 1
- Train lines: Pisamover (S2), FA, FB, IC, ICN, RV, R, EN
- 24/7
- Ristorante pizzeria
- SushiKing
- Ristorante Cinese Oriente
- Elevators on every platform. Sala Blu services can be reached at +39 0647308579.
- Rosso di Sera Relais Tuscany
- Le Cascine
- Camping Village Torre Pendente
- 24/7
- Train lines: REG, RV
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