The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome to Palermo
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
12 h 8 m
Average duration
13 h 47 m
Trains per day
5
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 £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
To travel from Rome to Palermo you need to make at least one change.
Intercity 723+
Regionale 53697:2612h55Rome Termini20:21Palermo Centrale£721One-way1 change
InterCityNotte 1955+
BUS L957A20:1414h55Rome Termini11:09Palermo Centrale£951One-way1 change
InterCityNotte 1955+
BUS L957A+
treno 5353 effettuato con bus PA45920:1414h48Rome Termini11:02Palermo Centrale£971One-way2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 8863+
Intercity 723+
Regionale 53698:1312h08Rome Termini20:21Palermo Centrale£1081One-way2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9555+
InterCityNotte 1955+
BUS L957A21:0014h09Rome Termini11:09Palermo Centrale£1321One-way2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 8863+
Intercity 723+
Regionale 53698:1312h08Rome Termini20:21Palermo Centrale£1081One-way2 changes
Intercity 723+
Regionale 53697:2612h55Rome Termini20:21Palermo Centrale£721One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9555+
InterCityNotte 1955+
BUS L957A21:0014h09Rome Termini11:09Palermo Centrale£1321One-way2 changes
InterCityNotte 1955+
BUS L957A+
treno 5353 effettuato con bus PA45920:1414h48Rome Termini11:02Palermo Centrale£971One-way2 changes
InterCityNotte 1955+
BUS L957A20:1414h55Rome Termini11:09Palermo Centrale£951One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Rome to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £45, and a flight costs an average of £20.
Distance: 427 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Ferry |
|---|---|---|---|
£82 Average Price | £114 Average Price | £51 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest |
11h 32m Average total duration 11h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 16m Average total duration Fastest 4h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 22m Average total duration 11h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 11m Average total duration 14h 11m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Rome to Palermo train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Palermo trains for tomorrow, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 723+ Regionale 5369 | 7:26 Rome Termini | 12h55 | 20:21 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8863+ Intercity 723+ Regionale 5369 | 8:13 Rome Termini | 12h08 | 20:21 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 1955+ BUS L957A | 20:14 Rome Termini | 14h55 | 11:09 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1955+ BUS L957A+ treno 5353 effettuato con bus PA459 | 20:14 Rome Termini | 14h48 | 11:02 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ BUS L957A | 21:00 Rome Termini | 14h09 | 11:09 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes |
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Why should you book Rome to Palermo trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Intercity Notte?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Intercity Notte, but also compare tickets for the likes of Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento or Frecciarossa to find the best option for your trip from Rome to Palermo.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rome to Palermo
Trains from Rome to Palermo run on average 7 times per day, taking around 11h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £20 by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 427 km distance in 10h 58m.
Distance 427 km |
Average train duration 11h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 10h 58m |
First train 4:21 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa from Rome to Palermo trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Rome and Palermo from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rome to Palermo train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rome and Palermo
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.
Which Rome station do trains to Palermo leave from?
Getting to Roma Termini from Rome city centre
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
Getting to Roma Tiburtina from Rome city centre
Roma Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tiburtina train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Rock n’ Coffee Roma, Arabian Kebab, Ingredienti, McDonald’s, Numb's Bakery Café
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes. ATMs are located on the ground floor level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20. Information desks are located inside the main terminal. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tiburtina: Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include B&B Rome Tiburtina, B&B Alba Domus Roma, Hotel delle Province.
Getting to Roma Ostiense from Rome city centre
Roma Ostiense is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Ostiense train station facilities and services
Roma Ostiense has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ramen Bar Akira, Eataly Roma
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Roma Ostiense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Roma Ostiense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma Ostiense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Roma Ostiense: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Ostiense: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Abitart, Hotel San Anselmo, Hotel Villa San Pio.
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