The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale
Cheapest price
$144
Average price
$166
Fastest journey
19 h 6 m
Average duration
19 h 13 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
731 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale will cost around $166 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $144.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bologna Centrale for Palermo Centrale on Wed, Jan 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 07 the direct trains cover the 731 km distance in an average of 19 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 h 6 m .
On Wed, Jan 07 the slowest trains will take 19 h 20 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a train costs an average of €55.
Distance: 454 miles (731 km)
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14h 44m Average total duration 14h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 48m Average total duration 18h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale trains for today, Tuesday, January 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 19h06 | 10:31 AM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 15h35 | 7:22 AM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 19h20 | 4:25 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 19h23 | 5:02 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Intercity Notte as well as Intercity, Frecciarossa and Italo offer trains services from Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale
Trains from Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale run on average 7 times per day, taking around 14h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 (€55) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 454 miles (731 km) distance in 12h 25m.
Distance 454 miles (731 km) |
Average train duration 14h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 (€55) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 12h 25m |
First train 04:37 |
Last train 21:05 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Italo from Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Italo trains will get you between Bologna Centrale and Palermo Centrale from $35 (€28). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Palermo Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
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