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Compare coach, train and flight for Padua to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Padua to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £109 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £109, while a flight costs an average of £269.
Distance: 821 km
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Most popular Flight | Train | Coach | Driving |
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£269 Average Price | £118 Average Price | £109 Average Price Cheapest | £107 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 17h 53m Average total duration 17h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 20m Average total duration 20h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
2.5 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Padua to Palermo
Compare the available ways to get from Padua to Palermo, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Padua to Palermo is a coach with an average price of £109.
This is compared to other travel options from Padua to Palermo:
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Padua to Palermo costing on average £118.
A coach is £160 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Padua to Palermo costing on average £269.
The fastest way to travel from Padua to Palermo is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 9m.
Other travel options to Palermo take longer:
Train takes on average 17h 53m.
Coach takes on average 21h 20m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Padua and Palermo including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.
You'll arrive about 11h 11m sooner (3h 9m by flight vs 14h 20m by car). Tickets start at around £269 compared to roughly £107 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
Travel optionsfrom Padua to Palermo
How to get to Palermo from Padua by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Padua to Palermo is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
FR 269321:45 1h35 Venice Marco Polo Airport 23:20 Palermo Airport £44 1 One-way 0 changes
Cheapest
- FR 2693
21:45 1h35 Venice Marco Polo Airport 23:20 Palermo Airport £44 1 One-way 0 changes
Fastest
- FR 2693
21:45 1h35 Venice Marco Polo Airport 23:20 Palermo Airport £44 1 One-way 0 changes
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Coach
Flight
- InterCityNotte 35678+
Intercity 72321:25 21h48 Padova 19:13 Palermo Centrale £117 1 One-way 1 change - Intercity 594+InterCityNotte 95063
15:50 20h05 Padova 11:55 Palermo Centrale £136 1 One-way 1 change 
FRECCIAROSSA 9405+Intercity 950577:56 15h02 Padova 22:58 Palermo Centrale £143 1 One-way 1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus
15:00 24h15 Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) 15:15 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) £73 1 One-way 1 change - FlixBus · FlixBus
13:40 21h20 Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) 11:00 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) £107 1 One-way 1 change
W466088:15 1h40 Venice Marco Polo Airport 9:55 Palermo Airport £54 1 One-way 0 changes- FR 531
10:20 1h35 Venice Marco Polo Airport 11:55 Palermo Airport £80 1 One-way 0 changes - FR 577
12:20 1h35 Venice Marco Polo Airport 13:55 Palermo Airport £123 1 One-way 0 changes
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Best day trips from Palermo by ferry
The most popular day trips by ferry from Palermo are Ustica, Cefalù, Bagheria and Termini Imerese. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Palermo on Omio.
Day trip from Palermo to Cefalù by ferry
Why visit Cefalù for the day?
Cefalù is a historic seaside town on Sicily’s north coast, known for its Norman cathedral, sandy beach and medieval lanes. La Rocca towers above the old town, giving the place a dramatic setting and an easy-going Sicilian character.
Day trip from Palermo to Bagheria by ferry
Why visit Bagheria for the day?
Bagheria is a Sicilian town near Palermo known for baroque villas and its connection to Renato Guttuso. It feels more lived-in than polished, with aristocratic architecture, nearby sea views and a strong local identity.
Day trip from Palermo to Termini Imerese by ferry
Why visit Termini Imerese for the day?
Termini Imerese is a coastal Sicilian town known for its thermal baths, historic centre and port. Roman roots, sea views and a lived-in local character give it a practical, unpolished charm.
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FAQs: Padua to Palermo
Travel to Palermo easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Padua to Palermo.
There are 3 options to travel between Padua and Palermo including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Padua to Palermo is a coach with an average price of £109.
This is compared to other travel options from Padua to Palermo:
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Padua to Palermo costing on average £118.
A coach is £160 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Padua to Palermo costing on average £269.
The fastest way to travel from Padua to Palermo is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 9m.
Other travel options to Palermo take longer:
Train takes on average 17h 53m.
Coach takes on average 21h 20m.
The Padua to Palermo distance is approximately 821 km.
The average frequency per day from Padua to Palermo is:
- Around 22 flights per day.
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 3 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Padua and Palermo as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Padua to Palermo:
- Flights mostly depart from Venice Marco Polo Airport and arrive in Palermo Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Padova and arrive in Palermo Centrale.
- Coaches mostly depart from Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) and arrive in Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Padua to Palermo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with ITA, Lufthansa, Malta Air, Swiss, Volotea, Helvetic Airways, Air Baltic, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Luxair, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline to go to Palermo by flight.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Palermo by coach.
- Travel with Intercity Notte, Intercity to go to Palermo by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Padua to Palermo:
- 4 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Padua to Palermo often also extend their vacation to go to Catania, Cefalù, Rome, Milan, Naples. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Palermo and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Padua to Palermo, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
In Palermo, you can explore the Capuchin Catacombs, an eerie yet fascinating underground cemetery with mummified remains. Visit the bustling Ballarò Market to experience local Sicilian produce and culture. Discover vibrant street art in the Vucciria district and take a cooking class to learn how to make traditional Sicilian dishes. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the picturesque Foro Italico promenade. Don't miss the stunning Palermo Cathedral, Teatro Massimo, and the historic Palazzo dei Normanni with its exquisite Palatine Chapel. Visit the Baroque square Quattro Canti and the lush Orto Botanico di Palermo.
To fully explore Palermo's key attractions, culture, and cuisine, spending 3 to 4 days would be ideal. This allows time to visit historical sites, enjoy local markets, and take a day trip to nearby areas.
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