How to get to Venice from Palermo

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Compare coach, train and flight for Palermo to Venice

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £90 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 4m. 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 £90, while a flight costs an average of £227.

Distance: 819 km

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£227

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£116

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£49

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5h 4m

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17h 40m

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0.2 - 0.7kg

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0.8 - 2.0kg

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Compare ways to travel from Palermo to Venice

Compare the available ways to get from Palermo to Venice, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Palermo to Venice is a coach with an average price of £90.

This is compared to other travel options from Palermo to Venice:

A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palermo to Venice costing on average £116.

A coach is £138 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Palermo to Venice costing on average £227.

The fastest way to travel from Palermo to Venice is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 4m.

Other travel options to Venice take longer:

Train takes on average 17h 40m.

Coach takes on average 21h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Palermo and Venice 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 12h 0m sooner (3h 4m by flight vs 15h 4m by car). Tickets start at around £227 compared to roughly £49 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.

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from Palermo to Venice

How to get to Venice from Palermo by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Palermo to Venice is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Wizz Air MaltaW46607
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Cheapest

  • Wizz Air MaltaW46607
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Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 530
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  • Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 95074+IntercityIntercity 588
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  • Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 1930+IntercityIntercity 590+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3986
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  • Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 95074+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9612+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3972
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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
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  • ITAAZ1792 · AZ1467
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  • ITAAZ1794 · AZ1473
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  • ITAAZ1778 · AZ1463
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Best day trips from Venice by train

The most popular day trips by train from Venice are Padua, Murano, Verona, Treviso and Burano. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Venice on Omio.

A view of Padua

Day trip from Venice to Padua by train

Why visit Padua for the day?

Padua is a historic university city in the Veneto, known for Giotto’s frescoes and the Basilica of Saint Anthony. Lively squares, arcaded streets and a scholarly atmosphere give it a thoughtful character.

A view of Murano

Day trip from Venice to Murano by train

Why visit Murano for the day?

Murano is best known for its centuries-old glassmaking tradition, which still defines the island’s character. Set in the Venetian Lagoon, it feels calmer than central Venice, with canals, workshops and churches shaping everyday life.

A view of Verona

Day trip from Venice to Verona by train

Why visit Verona for the day?

Verona is known for its Roman Arena and its association with Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Its compact historic centre blends medieval streets, piazzas and river views with a calm, cultured feel.

A view of Treviso

Day trip from Venice to Treviso by train

Why visit Treviso for the day?

Treviso is a compact Veneto city known for canals, medieval walls and elegant arcaded streets. Closely tied to Prosecco country, it also has a strong food identity shaped by radicchio and tiramisù.

A view of Burano

Day trip from Venice to Burano by train

Why visit Burano for the day?

Burano is known for its brightly painted houses, lace-making tradition and canals lined with small boats. Smaller and quieter than central Venice, it has a relaxed island character shaped by fishing and local life.

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FAQs: Palermo to Venice

Travel to Venice 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 Palermo to Venice.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Palermo and Venice including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Palermo to Venice is a coach with an average price of £90.

This is compared to other travel options from Palermo to Venice:

A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palermo to Venice costing on average £116.

A coach is £138 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Palermo to Venice costing on average £227.

The fastest way to travel from Palermo to Venice is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 4m.

Other travel options to Venice take longer:

Train takes on average 17h 40m.

Coach takes on average 21h 55m.

The Palermo to Venice distance is approximately 819 km.
The average frequency per day from Palermo to Venice is:
  • Around 18 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 4 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Palermo and Venice 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 Palermo to Venice:
  • Flights mostly depart from Palermo Airport and arrive in Venice Marco Polo Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Palermo Centrale and arrive in Venice Santa Lucia.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) and arrive in Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Palermo to Venice, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa to go to Venice by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Venice by coach.
  • Travel with ITA, Malta Air, Lufthansa, Swiss, Air Baltic, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, British Airways, Luxair, Lufthansa City Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, Edelweiss Air, Volotea, Air Dolomiti, Avion Express Malta to go to Venice by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Palermo to Venice:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Palermo to Venice often also extend their vacation to go to Rome, Florence, Milan, Paris, Verona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Venice and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Palermo to Venice, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
In Venice, you can explore the vibrant local markets at Rialto Market, take a romantic gondola ride through the serene canals, and visit the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, a modern art museum in a beautiful palazzo. Enjoy a traditional Venetian meal at a local osteria and attend a classical music concert in one of the city's historic churches. Don't miss St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, the picturesque Rialto Bridge, and the historic Grand Canal. A trip to Murano Island offers a glimpse into the tradition of glassmaking and vibrant artisan shops.
Three to four days in Venice allows time to explore its iconic attractions like St. Mark's Basilica, the Grand Canal, and the Rialto Bridge, while also experiencing its unique atmosphere and local culture.

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