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Compare bus, train, flight, and ferry for Milan Linate Airport to Palermo Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Linate Airport to Palermo Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $83. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $83, and a flight costs an average of $91.
Distance: 549 miles (884 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Ferry | Driving |
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$136 Average price | $100 Average price | $158 Average price | $87 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 34m Average total duration 21h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28h 53m Average total duration 28h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 43m Average total duration 19h 43m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 14h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan Linate Airport to Palermo Centrale:
A ferry is $13 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan Linate Airport to Palermo Centrale costing on average $100 (€82).
A ferry is $49 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Linate Airport to Palermo Centrale costing on average $136 (€112).
A ferry is $70 (€58) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Linate Airport to Palermo Centrale costing on average $158 (€129).
Other travel options to Palermo Centrale take longer:
Ferry takes on average 19h 43m.
Train takes on average 21h 4m.
Bus takes on average 28h 23m.
Tickets start at around $136 (€112) compared to roughly $30 (€24) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-106.39 (€-87.15). The journey takes 21h 4m versus 14h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Overview: Train from Milan Linate Airport to Palermo Centrale
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Trains from Milan Linate Airport to Palermo Centrale run on average 6 times per day, taking around 21h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $107 (€87) but you can travel from only $70 (€57) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 18:05, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 549 miles (884 km) distance in 20h 45m.
Distance 549 miles (884 km) |
Average train duration 21h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $107 (€87) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 20h 45m |
First train 6:05 PM |
Last train 7:22 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Trains from Milan Linate Airport to Palermo Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Linate Airport 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.
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