Bus and Train from Palermo to Rome: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Palermo to Rome on September 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
  • Wi‑Fi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Terminal Bus Palermo
Rome Tiburtina Bus StationCheapest
Trenitalia Intercity
  • Wi‑Fi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Palermo Centrale
TerminiFastest
Autoservizi Salemi
Terminal Bus Palermo
TiburtinaNo tags
Trenitalia Intercity
  • Wi‑Fi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Palermo Centrale
TerminiNo tags
Flixbus
  • Wi‑Fi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Terminal Bus Palermo
Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)No tags
Flixbus
  • Wi‑Fi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Terminal Bus Palermo
Rome Fiumicino AirportNo tags
Flixbus
  • Wi‑Fi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Terminal Bus Palermo
Rome Fiumicino AirportNo tags
Flixbus
  • Wi‑Fi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Terminal Bus Palermo
Rome Tiburtina Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Palermo to Rome

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Rome. The journey takes about 11 hours 34 minutes, and with fares starting at just COP 139,349, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
11h 34mAverage Duration
429 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceCOP 54,848 - COP 775,514Average Duration16h 30m
11kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceCOP 139,349 - COP 944,688Average Duration11h 34m
10kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Palermo to Rome by bus or train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is a ticket from Palermo to Rome?

    The cheapest tickets from Palermo to Rome start at COP 54,848. The average price for this route is around COP 279,659. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the ride from Palermo to Rome?

    The average trip duration from Palermo to Rome is 14h 2m, covering a distance of 427 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 11h 19m and is operated by Trenitalia.

  3. Which companies service the Palermo to Rome route?

    Several major companies operate on this route with 4 trips available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi, Trenitalia.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time from Palermo to Rome?

    The earliest trip from Palermo to Rome departs at 7:00am. And the latest trip departs at 9:10pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Palermo to Rome?

    A trip from Palermo to Rome generates an estimated 10.651837500000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best company from Palermo to Rome?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 563 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Palermo to Rome?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the company Autoservizi Salemi has the highest Wi‑Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

  8. Which company has the most on-time service from Palermo to Rome?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Palermo to Rome?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Trenitalia, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find the cheapest prices for buses and trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
09-24
COP 123,938
09-25
COP 172,436
Today
COP 164,267
09-27
COP 184,311
09-28
COP 124,282
09-29
COP 112,166
09-30
COP 136,226
10-01
COP 148,376
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Palermo to Rome was searched and found on Sep 29, 2026 with a price of COP 112,166

To save money and make sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Palermo to Rome, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay between COP 112,166 and COP 902,815 for a bus or train ticket from Palermo to Rome based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for this trip at COP 112,166 on 2026-09-29.

Usually Trenitalia will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Palermo to Rome?

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