How much does a ticket from Palermo to Rome cost?

The cheapest tickets from Palermo to Rome start from £21. The average price for this route is around £69. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the journey from Palermo to Rome?

The average trip duration from Palermo to Rome is 15h, covering a distance of 265 miles. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 11h 19m and is operated by Trenitalia .

Which companies operate the Palermo to Rome route?

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

What are the earliest and latest departure times from Palermo to Rome?

The earliest service departs from Palermo for Rome at 07:00. And the latest service departs at 21:10.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the journey from Palermo to Rome?

A journey from Palermo to Rome produces an estimated 10.648262500000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly way to travel and a mode of transport recommended by Busbud.

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 496 reviews.

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

According to reviews on Busbud, the company Autoservizi Salemi has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which company offers the most punctual service from Palermo to Rome?

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

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 Autoservizi Salemi , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus and Train Palermo to Rome from £28 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Palermo to Rome on 18 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	12h 15m	06:15	Tiburtina	CheapestFastest
17:37	Palermo Centrale	13h 47m	07:24	Termini	No tags
15:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	1d 3h	18:25	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	No tags
11:05	Terminal Bus Palermo	19h 25m	06:30	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
15:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	16h 30m	07:55	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags

Next departures from Palermo to Rome on 19 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:10	Terminal Bus Palermo	14h 20m	11:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Cheapest
07:05	Palermo Centrale	11h 31m	18:36	Termini	Fastest
18:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	12h 15m	06:15	Tiburtina	No tags
07:05	Palermo Centrale	11h 31m	18:36	Termini	No tags
21:10	Terminal Bus Palermo	19h 25m	16:35	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	No tags

Next departures from Palermo to Rome on 20 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:10	Terminal Bus Palermo	14h 20m	11:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Cheapest
07:05	Palermo Centrale	11h 31m	18:36	Termini	Fastest
18:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	12h 15m	06:15	Tiburtina	No tags
07:05	Palermo Centrale	11h 31m	18:36	Termini	No tags
21:10	Terminal Bus Palermo	19h 25m	16:35	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	No tags

Next departures from Palermo to Rome on 21 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	12h 15m	06:15	Tiburtina	Cheapest
07:05	Palermo Centrale	11h 31m	18:36	Termini	Fastest
07:05	Palermo Centrale	11h 31m	18:36	Termini	No tags
21:10	Terminal Bus Palermo	19h 25m	16:35	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	No tags
07:05	Palermo Centrale	11h 31m	18:36	Termini	No tags

Next departures from Palermo to Rome on 22 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:10	Terminal Bus Palermo	20h 5m	17:15	Rome Anagnina	Cheapest
07:05	Palermo Centrale	11h 31m	18:36	Termini	Fastest
18:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	12h 15m	06:15	Tiburtina	No tags
07:05	Palermo Centrale	11h 31m	18:36	Termini	No tags
21:10	Terminal Bus Palermo	19h 25m	16:35	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	No tags

Next departures from Palermo to Rome on 23 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	15h 25m	06:50	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Cheapest
18:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	12h 15m	06:15	Tiburtina	Fastest
21:10	Terminal Bus Palermo	19h 25m	16:35	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	No tags
11:05	Terminal Bus Palermo	19h 25m	06:30	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
15:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	16h 30m	07:55	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags

Next departures from Palermo to Rome on 24 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:10	Terminal Bus Palermo	14h 20m	11:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Cheapest
18:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	12h 15m	06:15	Tiburtina	Fastest
15:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	1d 3h	18:25	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	No tags
11:05	Terminal Bus Palermo	19h 25m	06:30	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
15:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	16h 30m	07:55	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 19:02 CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 31 minutes and with fares starting at just £31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

11h 31mAverage duration

266 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£21 - £167	Average duration18h 30m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£31 - £213	Average duration11h 31m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Palermo and Rome?

Stops in Palermo

A
Palermo Centrale
Stazione Centrale - Cupani 3, 90123, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy
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B
Vespri
Via del Vespro, 90127 Palermo PA, Italy
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C
Terminal Bus Palermo
Via Tommaso Fazello, 16, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy
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D
Francia
90146 Palermo PA, Italy
E
Guadagna
90124 Palermo PA, Italy
F
La Malfa
90146 Palermo PA, Italy

Stops in Rome

A
Termini
Piazza dei Cinquecento 1, 00185 Roma RM, Italy
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B
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Largo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
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C
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), Train station
Fiumicino Aeroporto, 00054 Fiumicino RM, Italy
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D
Roma S. Pietro
Roma S.Pietro, 00165 Roma RM, Italy
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E
Roma Trastevere
Roma Trastevere Railway Station, 00152 Roma RM, Italy
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F
Cesano di Roma
Cesano Di Roma, 00123 Roma RM, Italy
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Compare companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,660 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Trenitalia

3.9/558 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi2.5

Autoservizi Salemi

4.3/5498 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi4.0

Itabus

3.8/51,007 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi3.0

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

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

How much does a ticket from Palermo to Rome cost?
The cheapest tickets from Palermo to Rome start from £21. The average price for this route is around £69. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the journey from Palermo to Rome?
The average trip duration from Palermo to Rome is 15h, covering a distance of 265 miles. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 11h 19m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which companies operate the Palermo to Rome route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 4 trips available per day, including services from FlixBus, Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus, Trenitalia.
What are the earliest and latest departure times from Palermo to Rome?
The earliest service departs from Palermo for Rome at 07:00. And the latest service departs at 21:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the journey from Palermo to Rome?
A journey from Palermo to Rome produces an estimated 10.648262500000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly way to travel and a mode of transport recommended by Busbud.
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 496 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Palermo to Rome?
According to reviews on Busbud, the company Autoservizi Salemi has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which company offers the most punctual service from Palermo to Rome?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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 Autoservizi Salemi, 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

15/05

£54

16/05

£50

Today

£55

18/05

£55

19/05

£44

20/05

£44

21/05

£28

22/05

£51

The cheapest trip from Palermo to Rome was searched and found on 21 May 2026 with a price of £28

To save money and ensure you get 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 £28 and £208 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 the trip at £28 on 2026-05-21.

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?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time18h 30m	Avg price£57	Daily departures8
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time11h 31m	Avg price£81	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time11h 20m	Avg price£70	Daily departures1