The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo Centrale to Milan Porta Garibaldi
Cheapest price
$157
Average price
$171
Fastest journey
16 h 47 m
Average duration
19 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
890 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palermo Centrale to Milan Porta Garibaldi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo Centrale to Milan Porta Garibaldi will cost around $171 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $157.
It's difficult to get from Palermo Centrale to Milan Porta Garibaldi without transferring at least once.
InterCityNotte 1964+
FRECCIAROSSA 930012:58 PM20h14Palermo Centrale9:12 AMMilan Porta Garibaldi$1571One-way1 transfer
Intercity 730+
InterCityNotte 79810:15 AM20h40Palermo Centrale6:55 AMMilan Porta Garibaldi$1581One-way1 transfer
InterCityNotte 1958+
FRECCIAROSSA 93108:25 PM17h47Palermo Centrale2:12 PMMilan Porta Garibaldi$1651One-way1 transfer
InterCityNotte 1954+
FRECCIAROSSA 93085:37 PM19h35Palermo Centrale1:12 PMMilan Porta Garibaldi$1791One-way1 transfer
InterCityNotte 1958+
FRECCIAROSSA 9520 · FRECCIAROSSA 93088:25 PM16h47Palermo Centrale1:12 PMMilan Porta Garibaldi$1971One-way2 transfers
InterCityNotte 1958+
FRECCIAROSSA 9520 · FRECCIAROSSA 93088:25 PM16h47Palermo Centrale1:12 PMMilan Porta Garibaldi$1971One-way2 transfers
InterCityNotte 1958+
FRECCIAROSSA 93108:25 PM17h47Palermo Centrale2:12 PMMilan Porta Garibaldi$1651One-way1 transfer
InterCityNotte 1954+
FRECCIAROSSA 93085:37 PM19h35Palermo Centrale1:12 PMMilan Porta Garibaldi$1791One-way1 transfer
InterCityNotte 1964+
FRECCIAROSSA 930012:58 PM20h14Palermo Centrale9:12 AMMilan Porta Garibaldi$1571One-way1 transfer
Intercity 730+
InterCityNotte 79810:15 AM20h40Palermo Centrale6:55 AMMilan Porta Garibaldi$1581One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Palermo Centrale to Milan Porta Garibaldi
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Palermo Centrale to Milan Porta Garibaldi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a train costs an average of $88.
Distance: 553 miles (890 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$142 Average price | $64 Average price Cheapest | $93 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 18m Average total duration Fastest 20h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 50m Average total duration 21h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Palermo Centrale to Milan Porta Garibaldi:
A bus is $78 (€64) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palermo Centrale to Milan Porta Garibaldi costing on average $142 (€116).
Other travel options to Milan Porta Garibaldi take longer:
Train takes on average 20h 48m.
Bus takes on average 21h 20m.
Tickets start at around $142 (€116) compared to roughly $93 (€76) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-49.06 (€-40.01). The journey takes 20h 48m versus 16h 29m 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.
Live departures
Palermo Centrale to Milan Porta Garibaldi train times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo Centrale to Milan Porta Garibaldi trains for today, Monday, June 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 1954+ FRECCIAROSSA 9308 | 5:37 PM Palermo Centrale | 19h35 | 1:12 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 1958+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520 · FRECCIAROSSA 9308 | 8:25 PM Palermo Centrale | 16h47 | 1:12 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 1958+ FRECCIAROSSA 9310 | 8:25 PM Palermo Centrale | 17h47 | 2:12 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palermo Centrale to Milan Porta Garibaldi
Trains from Palermo Centrale to Milan Porta Garibaldi run on average 4 times per day, taking around 20h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $88 (€72) but you can travel from only $45 (€37) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:15, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 553 miles (890 km) distance in 17h 2m.
Distance 553 miles (890 km) |
Average train duration 20h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€72) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 17h 2m |
First train 8:15 AM |
Last train 8:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Trains from Palermo Centrale to Milan Porta Garibaldi
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo Centrale to Milan Porta Garibaldi 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 Milan Porta Garibaldi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Palermo Centrale to Milan Porta Garibaldi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Caffeteria Panni Caldi
- Princi
- Burgez
- Bricco Café
- U! Come tu mi vuoi
- Autogrill
- Culto
- Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
- Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova
- AC Hotel by Marriott Milano
- Tocq Hotel
- Metro lines: M2, M5
- Bus lines: 43, 56, 70, 94
- Train lines: R21, R31, S1, S11, S2, S5, S7, S8
