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Palazzo Abatellis - Regional Gallery of Sicily
Major Sicilian art museum in a Gothic-Catalan palace, known for Antonello da Messina's masterpieces and medieval to Renaissance works.
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 5 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
203 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pozzallo to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pozzallo to Palermo will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
It's difficult to get from Pozzallo to Palermo without transferring at least once.
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2490 · 2487Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pozzallo to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $28, and a bus costs an average of $25.
Distance: 126 miles (203 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Pozzallo to Palermo:
A train is $0.40 (€0.32) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Pozzallo to Palermo costing on average $30 (€24).
Other travel options to Palermo take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 33m.
Tickets start at around $30 (€24) compared to roughly $54 (€43) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $24 (€19). The journey takes 5h 19m versus 3h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator SAIS | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator SAIS | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 05:24AM | Arrival Time 04:32PM | Duration 11h08 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator SAIS | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
The table below shows live departures for Pozzallo to Palermo buses for tomorrow, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2490 · 2487 | 5:20 AM Ispica, Viale Mario Rapisardi | 6h15 | 11:35 AM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
2490 · 2487 | 5:20 AM Ispica, Viale Mario Rapisardi | 6h10 | 11:30 AM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 1 transfer | |
2490 · 2487 | 5:35 AM Modica, SS115 (Esso) | 5h55 | 11:30 AM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 1 transfer | |
2490 · 2487 | 5:35 AM Modica, SS115 (Esso) | 6h00 | 11:35 AM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Pozzallo to Palermo run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:21, the last at 15:31. The fastest bus covers the 126 miles (203 km) distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 126 miles (203 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 4:21 AM |
Last bus 3:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Major Sicilian art museum in a Gothic-Catalan palace, known for Antonello da Messina's masterpieces and medieval to Renaissance works.
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Lively historic market area known for street life, colorful stalls and an authentic atmosphere that draws many photographers.
Main pedestrian-friendly avenue cutting through the old center, lined with landmarks, shops and constant city energy.
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Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not mandatory, but leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes or 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxis.
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