The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale
Cheapest price
$140
Average price
$194
Fastest journey
13 h 24 m
Average duration
13 h 54 m
Trains per day
61
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 $194 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $140.
Of the 61 trains that leave Bologna Centrale for Palermo Centrale on Mon, May 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct trains cover the 731 km distance in an average of 13 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 24 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest trains will take 14 h 9 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.
InterCityNotte 196311:05 PM17h50Bologna Centrale4:55 PMPalermo Centrale$1401One-way0 transfers
InterCityNotte 770+
Intercity 7231:33 AM17h35Bologna Centrale7:08 PMPalermo Centrale$1481One-way1 transfer
8951+
Intercity 7278:17 AM14h44Bologna Centrale11:01 PMPalermo Centrale$1571One-way1 transfer
9969+
Intercity 7277:52 AM15h09Bologna Centrale11:01 PMPalermo Centrale$1571One-way1 transfer
8111+
Intercity 7277:57 AM15h04Bologna Centrale11:01 PMPalermo Centrale$1611One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9613+
Intercity 7279:37 AM13h24Bologna Centrale11:01 PMPalermo Centrale$1901One-way1 transfer
8953+
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
Intercity 7279:17 AM13h44Bologna Centrale11:01 PMPalermo Centrale$2071One-way2 transfers
9917+
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
Intercity 7278:57 AM14h04Bologna Centrale11:01 PMPalermo Centrale$2071One-way2 transfers
9941+
Intercity 7278:52 AM14h09Bologna Centrale11:01 PMPalermo Centrale$1691One-way1 transfer
9941+
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
Intercity 7278:52 AM14h09Bologna Centrale11:01 PMPalermo Centrale$2071One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale
Omio recommends booking the bus 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 $31. 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 $31, and a train costs an average of $96.
Distance: 454 miles (731 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$141 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest | $95 Average price | $144 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 49m Average total duration 14h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 7m Average total duration 18h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale:
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale costing on average $95 (€76).
A bus is $78 (€63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale costing on average $141 (€114).
Other travel options to Palermo Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 14h 19m.
Bus takes on average 18h 37m.
The journey is about 16h 50m faster (14h 19m by train vs 31h 9m by car) and roughly $4 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($141 (€114) vs $144 (€117)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Intercity Notte.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale trains for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9907+ Intercity 727 | 6:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 16h04 | 11:01 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9907+ FRECCIAROSSA 9515+ Intercity 727 | 6:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 16h04 | 11:01 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8111+ Intercity 727 | 7:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 15h04 | 11:01 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8111+ FRECCIAROSSA 9515+ Intercity 727 | 7:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 15h04 | 11:01 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8951+ FRECCIAROSSA 9515+ Intercity 727 | 8:17 AM Bologna Centrale | 14h44 | 11:01 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9515+ Intercity 727 | 8:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 14h34 | 11:01 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8953+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 9:17 AM Bologna Centrale | 23h51 | 9:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8905+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 9:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 23h26 | 9:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9919+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 9:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 23h11 | 9:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8907+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 10:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 22h26 | 9:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9923+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 10:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 22h11 | 9:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8902+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 11:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 21h26 | 9:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9927+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 11:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 21h11 | 9:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8911+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 12:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 20h26 | 9:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8911+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 12:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 23h13 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9931+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 12:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 22h58 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9931+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 12:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 20h11 | 9:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8929+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 1:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 22h13 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8929+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 1:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 19h26 | 9:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9935+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 1:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 19h11 | 9:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9935+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 1:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 21h58 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8913+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 2:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 21h13 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8913+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 2:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 18h26 | 9:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9939+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 2:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 20h58 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9939+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 2:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 18h11 | 9:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8959+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 3:17 PM Bologna Centrale | 17h51 | 9:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8959+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 3:17 PM Bologna Centrale | 20h38 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8915+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 3:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 20h13 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8915+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 3:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 17h26 | 9:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
6143+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 3:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 17h11 | 9:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
6143+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 3:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 19h58 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8919+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 4:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 16h26 | 9:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8919+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 4:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 19h13 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9947+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 4:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 16h11 | 9:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9947+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 4:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 18h58 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8963+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 5:17 PM Bologna Centrale | 15h51 | 9:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8963+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 5:17 PM Bologna Centrale | 18h38 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8923+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 5:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 18h13 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9951+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 5:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 17h58 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9325+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 6:12 PM Bologna Centrale | 14h56 | 9:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8925+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 6:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 17h13 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9993+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 6:52 PM Bologna Centrale | 17h03 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9955+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 6:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 16h58 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8967+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 7:17 PM Bologna Centrale | 16h38 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8927+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 7:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 16h13 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9997+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 7:52 PM Bologna Centrale | 16h03 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9959+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 7:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 15h58 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9661+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 8:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 15h48 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 1963 | 11:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 17h50 | 4:55 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, May 25 | |||||
InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723 | 1:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 17h35 | 7:08 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale
Trains from Bologna Centrale to Palermo Centrale run on average 6 times per day, taking around 14h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $96 (€78) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 454 miles (731 km) distance in 13h 21m.
Distance 454 miles (731 km) |
Average train duration 14h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€78) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 13h 21m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 11:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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 $21 (€17). 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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