- Must visit
Galleria Regionale della Sicilia - Palazzo Abatellis
Important Sicilian art museum in Palazzo Abatellis, with medieval and Renaissance works including Antonello da Messina’s celebrated portrait.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
7 h 1 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pizzo to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pizzo to Palermo will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Pizzo to Palermo, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 254 km distance in an average of 7 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 5 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pizzo to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 5h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £33, while a coach costs an average of £60.
Distance: 254 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£33 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price | £14 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pizzo to Palermo:
A train is £26 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Pizzo to Palermo costing on average £60.
Other travel options to Palermo take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 48m.
Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-19.10. The journey takes 5h 48m versus 5h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Pizzo to Palermo trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:56 Pizzo | 7h05 | 21:01 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:01 Pizzo | 6h57 | 20:58 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Pizzo to Palermo run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:52, the last at 15:57. The fastest train covers the 254 km distance in 6h 53m.
Distance 254 km |
Average train duration 5h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 53m |
First train 0:52 |
Last train 15:57 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Discover the best of Palermo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Palermo trip today.
Important Sicilian art museum in Palazzo Abatellis, with medieval and Renaissance works including Antonello da Messina’s celebrated portrait.
Archaeological museum with Greek, Roman and Etruscan finds, coins and sculpture. A strong choice for understanding Sicily’s ancient past.
Modern and contemporary art museum in a restored monastery complex. Visit for Italian art, changing exhibitions and a central historic setting.
Monumental square at the junction of Palermo’s historic main streets. A classic meeting point with theatrical Baroque façades and constant street life.
Elegant square beside Teatro Massimo, popular for strolling and people-watching. A useful base for exploring central Palermo on foot.
Historic market district with layered architecture, lively lanes and everyday city life. Best for atmosphere, street scenes and local character.
Fried rice balls filled with ragù, peas and cheese. A Sicilian street-food classic, especially beloved in Palermo for its hearty, portable character.
Soft sesame-topped roll stuffed with spleen and lung, often with ricotta or caciocavallo. A distinctive Palermo sandwich with deep working-class roots.
Pasta with sardines, wild fennel, raisins and pine nuts. It captures Palermo’s Arab-Norman culinary heritage through sweet-savoury flavours.
Traditional restaurant serving Sicilian seafood, pasta and Palermo classics in an elegant but relaxed historic-centre atmosphere.
Historic market stall famed for pane ca meusa and other Palermo street-food staples in a lively, no-frills setting.
Long-established informal spot known for arancine, panelle and other classic rosticceria specialities popular with locals.
Moderate for Italy: street food and buses are cheap, while central hotels and seafood restaurants cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
Official public transport app
Palermo Centrale -> Piazza Politeama, Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pizzo 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.

Most Pizzo to Palermo trains use the Pizzo to Palermo Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Pizzo and Palermo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pizzo is 1 km from Pizzo city centre. Public transport options include:
Pizzo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC and Hotel.
Food options include: La Ruota Ristorante, Ristorante San Domenico
Available at Pizzo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Nearby hotels include Piccolo Grand Hotel, Hotel Marinella, Hotel Murat.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need