1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£10
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 34 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 41 m
Trains on 18 Sept
5
Distance
112 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sant'Agata di Militello to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sant'Agata di Militello to Palermo will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 5 trains from Sant'Agata di Militello to Palermo, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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 Sant'Agata di Militello to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, while a ferry costs an average of £52.
Distance: 112 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price | £52 Average Price | £24 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sant'Agata di Militello to Palermo:
A train is £0.84 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Sant'Agata di Militello to Palermo costing on average £11.
A train is £42 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Sant'Agata di Militello to Palermo costing on average £52.
Other travel options to Palermo take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 51m.
Ferry takes on average 5h 5m.
Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £24 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £14. The journey takes 1h 43m versus 1h 27m 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.
Direct services run with Regionale, Intercity.
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 Sant'Agata di Militello to Palermo trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:18 Sant'Agata di Militello | 1h34 | 9:52 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:30 Sant'Agata di Militello | 1h36 | 18:06 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:30 Sant'Agata di Militello | 1h36 | 19:06 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:21 Sant'Agata di Militello | 1h40 | 22:01 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Sant'Agata di Militello to Palermo run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 112 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 4:09 |
Last train 22:20 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
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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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sant'Agata di Militello 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.

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