The cheapest and fastest trains from Marsala to Palermo
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marsala to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marsala to Palermo will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 1 trains that leave Marsala for Palermo on Sat, Mar 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 48 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 and bus for Marsala to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Marsala to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 54 miles (88 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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$15 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest |
3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Marsala to Palermo train times
The table below shows live departures for Marsala to Palermo trains for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 21882 · Regionale 21766 | 5:47 PM Marsala station | 3h22 | 9:09 PM Palermo Sferracavallo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21882 · Regionale 21766 | 5:47 PM Marsala station | 4h00 | 9:47 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
![]() | 2:21 PM Marsala | 2h48 | 5:09 PM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marsala to Palermo
Trains from Marsala to Palermo run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:34, the last at 18:47. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (88 km) distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 54 miles (88 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 03:34 |
Last train 18:47 |
Cheapest month May |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Apr - Jun |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Busiest day Mon |
Least busy day Wed |
Best day to book ahead 6 days |
Train companies: Regionale from Marsala to Palermo trainsRegionale trains will get you between Marsala and Palermo from $10 (€8). 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 Marsala to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marsala to Palermo 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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