- 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 02 Oct
£72
Average ticket price on 02 Oct
£94
Fastest journey on 02 Oct
10 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 02 Oct
11 h 29 m
Trains on 02 Oct
7
Distance
427 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Palermo will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
On Fri 02 Oct, we found 7 trains from Rome to Palermo, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 427 km distance in an average of 11 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 h 20 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.
Intercity 723
Intercity 95057
InterCityNotte 1955
InterCityNotte 95063
FRECCIAROSSA 9503+
Intercity 723
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
Intercity 95057
FRECCIAROSSA 9503+
Intercity 723
Intercity 95057
Intercity 723
FRECCIAROSSA 9325+
InterCityNotte 1955The table below shows live departures for Rome to Palermo trains for today, Thursday 1 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 95057 | 11:26 Rome Termini | 11h32 | 22:58 Palermo Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 95057 | 12:01 Rome Termini | 10h57 | 22:58 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1955 | 20:14 Rome Termini | 12h59 | 9:13 Palermo Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9325+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 20:53 Rome Termini | 12h20 | 9:13 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 95063 | 23:41 Rome Termini | 13h09 | 12:50 Palermo Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 723 | 7:26 Rome Termini | 11h38 | 19:04 Palermo Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9503+ Intercity 723 | 8:05 Rome Termini | 10h59 | 19:04 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry 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 Rome to Palermo run on average 6 times per day, taking around 11h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 427 km distance in 9h 50m.
Distance 427 km |
Average train duration 11h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 9h 50m |
First train 4:21 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 84 days |
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 Rome 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 Rome to Palermo trains use the Roma Termini to Palermo Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Palermo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
Roma Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Rock n’ Coffee Roma, Arabian Kebab, Ingredienti, McDonald’s, Numb's Bakery Café
Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes. ATMs are located on the ground floor level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20. Information desks are located inside the main terminal. .
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tiburtina: Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include B&B Rome Tiburtina, B&B Alba Domus Roma, Hotel delle Province.
Roma Trastevere is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Trastevere has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Da Enzo al 29, Osteria der Belli
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Roma Trastevere. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Roma Trastevere. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roma Trastevere: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Trastevere: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Trastevere: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel San Francesco, Hotel Ripa Roma, Hotel Santa Maria.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need