The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice to Palermo
Cheapest price
£117
Average price
£155
Fastest journey
15 h 35 m
Average duration
17 h 44 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
819 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Palermo will cost around £155 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £117.
To travel from Venice to Palermo you need to make at least one change.
InterCityNotte 770+
Intercity 72322:0521h07Venice Santa Lucia19:12Palermo Centrale£1171One-way1 change
Intercity 594+
InterCityNotte 195915:3420h24Venice Mestre11:58Palermo Centrale£1411One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9405+
Intercity 7277:2615h35Venice Santa Lucia23:01Palermo Centrale£1501One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+
InterCityNotte 195516:2617h59Venice Santa Lucia10:25Palermo Centrale£1721One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9435+
InterCityNotte 195918:2617h32Venice Santa Lucia11:58Palermo Centrale£1731One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9405+
Intercity 7277:2615h35Venice Santa Lucia23:01Palermo Centrale£1501One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+
InterCityNotte 1955+
Regionale 535316:2617h09Venice Santa Lucia9:35Palermo Centrale£1761One-way2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9435+
InterCityNotte 195918:2617h32Venice Santa Lucia11:58Palermo Centrale£1731One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+
InterCityNotte 195516:2617h59Venice Santa Lucia10:25Palermo Centrale£1721One-way1 change
Intercity 594+
InterCityNotte 195915:3420h24Venice Mestre11:58Palermo Centrale£1411One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Venice to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Venice to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 819 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£115 Average Price | £84 Average Price | £81 Average Price Cheapest |
19h 11m Average total duration 18h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 25m Average total duration 20h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Venice to Palermo train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Palermo trains for tomorrow, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9405+ Intercity 727 | 7:26 Venice Santa Lucia | 15h35 | 23:01 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 594+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 15:34 Venice Mestre | 20h24 | 11:58 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 16:26 Venice Santa Lucia | 17h59 | 10:25 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 5353 | 16:26 Venice Santa Lucia | 17h09 | 9:35 Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 18:26 Venice Santa Lucia | 17h32 | 11:58 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723 | 22:05 Venice Santa Lucia | 21h07 | 19:12 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice to Palermo
Trains from Venice to Palermo run on average 5 times per day, taking around 18h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £74 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 22:18. The fastest train covers the 819 km distance in 15h 32m.
Distance 819 km |
Average train duration 18h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 15h 32m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 22:18 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity from Venice to Palermo trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity trains will get you between Venice and Palermo from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Venice to Palermo train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice 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 Venice and Palermo
Most Venice to Palermo trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Palermo Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice and Palermo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Venice station do trains to Palermo leave from?
Getting to Venezia Santa Lucia from Venice city centre
Venezia Santa Lucia train station facilities and services
Venezia Santa Lucia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
Getting to Venezia Mestre from Venice city centre
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre train station facilities and services
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
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