Next available departures

Next departures for Rome to Palermo on September 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	10:35pm	Rome Fiumicino Airport	16h 40m	3:15pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:26am	Termini	11h 38m	7:04pm	Palermo Centrale	Fastest
	8:00pm	Tiburtina	11h 45m	7:45am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:26am	Termini	11h 38m	7:04pm	Palermo Centrale	No tags
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:00pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	14h	11:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:30pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	15h 45m	3:15pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:55pm	Rome Fiumicino Airport	15h 5m	11:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Rome to Palermo

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Palermo. The journey takes about 15 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

15h 5mAverage Duration

264 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $197	Average Duration15h 5m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$41 - $143	Average Duration11h 44m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Rome and Palermo

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
Rome Ciampino Airport
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F
Roma Trastevere
Roma Trastevere Railway Station, 00152 Roma RM, Italy
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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

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FlixBus

3.5/515,685 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Trenitalia

3.9/571 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.9

Itabus

3.8/51,074 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.9

Autoservizi Salemi

4.3/5561 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.9

According to 19 reviews, Autoservizi Salemi received a 4.7-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the wifi. Autoservizi Salemi ticket prices on this trip start at $40

Autoservizi Salemi Rome Palermo recent customer reviews

Ottima esperienza personale molto gentile ed aperto alle esigenze dei passeggeri

Ettore B.

May 13, 2023

Very nice

Osagie Richard E.

August 26, 2025

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rome 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.

How much is a ticket from Rome to Palermo?
The cheapest tickets from Rome to Palermo start from $24. The average price for this route is around $84. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the ride from Rome to Palermo?
The average trip duration from Rome to Palermo is 13h 24m, covering a distance of 265 miles (427 km). The quickest vehicle can get you there in 11h 36m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which companies service the Rome to Palermo route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 5 trips available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi, Trenitalia.
What is the earliest and latest departure time from Rome to Palermo?
The earliest trip departs from Rome to Palermo at 1:20am. And the latest trip departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Rome to Palermo?
A trip from Rome to Palermo generates an estimated 10.66415 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best company from Rome to Palermo?
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 558 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Palermo?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the company Autoservizi Salemi has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which company has the most timely service from Rome to Palermo?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely company on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Rome to Palermo?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Trenitalia, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses and trains

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

Best price found

09/13

$61

09/14

$61

Today

$48

09/16

$47

09/17

$32

09/18

$30

09/19

$37

09/20

$32

The cheapest trip from Rome to Palermo was searched and found on Sep 18, 2026 with a price of $30

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

You can expect to pay from $30 to $148 for a bus or train ticket from Rome to Palermo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2026-09-18.

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 Rome to Palermo?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time15h 5m	Avg Price$64	Daily Departures9
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time11h 44m	Avg Price$104	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time10h 10m	Avg Price$80	Daily Departures2