The cheapest and fastest trains from Syracuse to Palermo
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 54 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
204 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Syracuse to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Syracuse to Palermo will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
To travel from Syracuse to Palermo you need to make at least one change.
Regionale 5502 · Regionale Veloce 5503
Regionale 5380 · Regionale Veloce 5491
Regionale 5516 · Regionale Veloce 5519
Regionale 5382 · Regionale 21507 · Regionale Veloce 5511
Regionale 5386 · Regionale Veloce 5513
Regionale 5386 · Regionale Veloce 5513
Regionale 5516 · Regionale Veloce 5519
Regionale 5502 · Regionale Veloce 5503
Intercity 734+
Regionale Veloce 5491
Regionale 5380 · Regionale Veloce 5491Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Syracuse to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Syracuse to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, and a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 204 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price |
5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Syracuse to Palermo train times
The table below shows live departures for Syracuse to Palermo trains for today, Monday 9 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 5386 · Regionale Veloce 5513 | 13:12 Syracuse station | 4h20 | 17:32 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 5516 · Regionale Veloce 5519 | 15:00 Syracuse station | 4h32 | 19:32 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 10 March | |||||
Regionale 5502 · Regionale Veloce 5503 | 04:49 Syracuse station | 4h43 | 09:32 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 5380 · Regionale Veloce 5491 | 05:35 Syracuse station | 5h57 | 11:32 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 734+ Regionale Veloce 5491 | 06:36 Syracuse station | 4h56 | 11:32 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 5382 · Regionale 5361 | 07:49 Syracuse station | 6h38 | 14:27 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 5382 · Regionale 21507 · Regionale Veloce 5511 | 07:49 Syracuse station | 7h43 | 15:32 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 724+ Regionale Veloce 5511 | 09:22 Syracuse station | 6h10 | 15:32 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Syracuse to Palermo
Trains from Syracuse to Palermo run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 204 km distance in 4h 13m.
Distance 204 km |
Average train duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 13m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 20:25 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Syracuse to Palermo trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Syracuse and Palermo from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Syracuse to Palermo train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Syracuse 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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