Bus and Train from Naples to Palermo: Tickets & Schedules

Next available departures

Next departures for Naples to Palermo on April 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Trenitalia Intercity
Napoli Centrale
Palermo CentraleCheapest
Trenitalia Intercity
Napoli Centrale
Palermo CentraleFastest
Flixbus
Metropark Centrale
Terminal Bus PalermoNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:33 PM CEST.

Compare 3 ways to go from Naples to Palermo

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Palermo. The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
9h 20mAverage Duration
315 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$60 - $217Average Duration14h
8kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$40 - $158Average Duration9h 20m
8kg CO₂e
Ferry
Average Price$67 - $404Average Duration11h
70kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Naples to Palermo 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 Naples to Palermo?

    The cheapest tickets from Naples to Palermo start at $40. The average price for this route is around $106. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average trip duration from Naples to Palermo is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 315 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 9h 13m and is operated by Trenitalia.

  3. Which companies service the Naples to Palermo route?

    Several major companies operate on this route with 2 trips available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Trenitalia.

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

    The earliest trip from Naples to Palermo departs at 1:15am. And the latest trip departs at 11:45pm.

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

    A trip from Naples to Palermo generates an estimated 7.868187500000001 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 Naples to Palermo?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Trenitalia, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 58 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the company Itabus has the highest Wi‑Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Trenitalia, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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
04-12
$112
04-13
$106
Today
$111
04-15
$112
04-16
$87
04-17
$112
04-18
$77
04-19
$113
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Naples to Palermo was searched and found on Apr 18, 2026 with a price of $77

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

You can expect to pay between $77 and $184 for a bus or train ticket from Naples to Palermo based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for this trip at $77 on 2026-04-18.

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