- Must visit
Antonino Salinas Regional Archaeological Museum
Palermo’s top museum displays Sicilian archaeology, including the famous Punic Stone and Selinunte finds, in a former convent complex.
Cheapest price on Oct 22
$117
Average ticket price on Oct 22
$117
Fastest journey on Oct 22
23 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
23 h 40 m
Buses on Oct 22
1
Distance
416 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Foggia to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Foggia to Palermo will cost around $117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $117.
On Thu, Oct 22, we found 1 buses from Foggia to Palermo, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 22 the direct buses cover the 416 km distance in an average of 23 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 23 h 40 m .
On Thu, Oct 22 the slowest buses will take 23 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Buses from Foggia to Palermo run on average 2 times per day, taking around 14h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $45 but you can travel from only $21 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:01, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 258 miles (416 km) distance in 12h 50m.
Distance 258 miles (416 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 50m |
First bus 1:01 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 23h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 23h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
The table below shows live departures for Foggia to Palermo buses for tomorrow, Thursday, October 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:35 PM Foggia | 23h40 | 1:15 PM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Palermo’s top museum displays Sicilian archaeology, including the famous Punic Stone and Selinunte finds, in a former convent complex.
Historic rooms and vivid majolica floors showcase aristocratic Palermo. Visit for decorative arts, period interiors and city history.
Housed in the grand Steri Palace, this museum presents the Sicilian Inquisition’s story through cells, graffiti and historical documents.
Palermo’s elegant main boulevard links major monuments, shops and theaters. Ideal for first walks and observing the city’s layered architecture.
This historic street cuts across the old center and hosts markets, churches and daily life. A lively route for exploring local Palermo.
A bustling old quarter famous for layered street life, churches and market culture. Best explored on foot for atmosphere and urban history.
Crisp fried rice ball stuffed with ragù, peas and caciocavallo. A Sicilian street food icon widely loved in Palermo.
Soft sesame-topped bun filled with spleen and lung, often with caciocavallo or ricotta. A classic Palermo street food with deep local roots.
Pasta with sardines, wild fennel, pine nuts and raisins. Its sweet-savory flavor reflects Palermo's Arab-Norman culinary heritage.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant known for creative Sicilian tasting menus in an elegant, intimate setting.
Historic seafood restaurant near the port, praised for fresh catch, raw dishes and classic Palermo fish recipes.
Legendary no-frills street-food stop celebrated for pane con la milza and authentic local sandwiches loved by residents.
Moderate for Italy. Street food and local meals are affordable, while hotels in peak season cost more. Public transport is cheap, keeping overall tourist costs reasonable.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is fine in cafes.
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To go by bus from Foggia to Palermo there are three bus companies operating on the route, only at night. Depending on the bus chosen, the trip provided is direct or involves an intermediate change of vehicle. As for the timing, it should be noted that during the journey you need to board the ferry that goes from Villa San Giovanni to Messina.
The only bus company that provides direct Foggia Palermo buses is BigBus. The other companies offer only trips with a change of bus in an intermediate city, which is Catania for the bus lines operated by Buscenter.it and the city of Messina for the company Flixbus.
The buses Foggia Palermo direct, offered by the company BigBus, take, approximately, 14 hours and 15 minutes to get to your destination. Although including change in Messina, the bus served by Flixbus takes about 12 hours and 10 minutes, while the journey proposed by Buscenter.it, with change of vehicle in Catania, has a duration of, more or less, 14 hours.
The frequency of departures of buses from Foggia to Palermo is one per day. The departure options increase if you opt for an itinerary that includes a change of vehicle. In total, the connections to the Sicilian capital are more than 25 per week, scheduled around 19:00.
Foggia bus station: The buses to Palermo depart from the bus station in Foggia which is located in Piazza Vittorio Veneto, in front of the train station, inside which there are the following services: bar, shops, restaurant, toilets and ticket machines. It is connected to the center by public transport n. 5 and n. 6 which take about 12 minutes.
Palermo bus stations: From the bus station in Piazza Cairoli you can reach the city center in about 20 minutes, taking the bus lines 18 and 21. The bus station in Via Filippo Turati is connected to the center with the bus line 101 and 102, which take about 10 minutes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Foggia to Palermo by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Palermo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Foggia to Palermo buses use the Foggia, Piazzale On. Vincenzo Russo (Stazione di autobus) to station pair. Use this guide to compare Foggia and Palermo bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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