The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan Centrale to Palermo
Cheapest price
$167
Average price
$250
Fastest journey
14 h 8 m
Average duration
15 h 18 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
889 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Centrale to Palermo will cost around $250 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $167.
Of the 18 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Palermo on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 889 km distance in an average of 15 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 8 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 16 h 12 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 1963
9998+
Intercity 727
9971+
Intercity 727
8111+
Intercity 727
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9613+
Intercity 727
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9601+
FRECCIARGENTO 8863+
Intercity 723
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9613+
Intercity 727
9998+
Intercity 727
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9651 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+
InterCityNotte 1955
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+
InterCityNotte 1955Travel Information
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Milan Centrale to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €57, and a train costs an average of €60.
Distance: 552 miles (889 km)
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15h 46m Average total duration 15h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 12m Average total duration 21h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 50m Average total duration 19h 50m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milan Centrale to Palermo train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Centrale to Palermo trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 1963 | 7:10 PM Milan Centrale | 20h45 | 3:55 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9601+ FRECCIARGENTO 8863+ Intercity 723 | On time 4:20 AM Milan Centrale | 14h08 | 6:28 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9967+ Intercity 727 | 5:15 AM Milan Centrale | 17h20 | 10:35 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8111+ Intercity 727 | 5:40 AM Milan Centrale | 16h55 | 10:35 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9971+ Intercity 727 | 6:15 AM Milan Centrale | 16h20 | 10:35 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9998+ Intercity 727 | On time 7:15 AM Milan Centrale | 15h20 | 10:35 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9613+ Intercity 727 | 7:30 AM Milan Centrale | 15h05 | 10:35 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 659 · Intercity 511+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 8:10 AM Milan Centrale | 24h12 | 8:22 AM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9977+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 9:15 AM Milan Centrale | 23h07 | 8:22 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9927+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 9:40 AM Milan Centrale | 22h42 | 8:22 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9931+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 10:40 AM Milan Centrale | 21h42 | 8:22 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9981+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 11:20 AM Milan Centrale | 21h02 | 8:22 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9935+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 11:40 AM Milan Centrale | 20h42 | 8:22 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9987+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 2:15 PM Milan Centrale | 18h07 | 8:22 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9947+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 2:40 PM Milan Centrale | 17h42 | 8:22 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9989+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 3:15 PM Milan Centrale | 17h07 | 8:22 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 4:10 PM Milan Centrale | 16h12 | 8:22 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9651 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 4:35 PM Milan Centrale | 15h47 | 8:22 AM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan Centrale to Palermo
Trains from Milan Centrale to Palermo run on average 6 times per day, taking around 15h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 (€60) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 552 miles (889 km) distance in 13h 42m.
Distance 552 miles (889 km) |
Average train duration 15h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€60) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 13h 42m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 20:25 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa from Milan Centrale to Palermo trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Milan Centrale and Palermo from $28 (€23). 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 Milan Centrale to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Centrale 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan Centrale to Palermo
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
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