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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo Centrale to Rome Termini
Cheapest price
€81
Average price
€101
Fastest journey
10 h 46 m
Average duration
11 h 31 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
428 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palermo Centrale to Rome Termini 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 Rome Termini will cost around €101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €81.
Of the 6 trains that leave Palermo Centrale for Rome Termini on Wed, Aug 05, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 428 km distance in an average of 11 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 46 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 12 h 38 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.
Intercity 7366:54 AM11h40Palermo Centrale6:34 PMRome Termini€811One-way0 transfers- Intercity 73010:00 AM11h34Palermo Centrale9:34 PMRome Termini€811One-way0 transfers
InterCityNotte 19588:15 PM13h36Palermo Centrale9:51 AMRome Termini€1021One-way0 transfers- InterCityNotte 19545:18 PM12h38Palermo Centrale5:56 AMRome Termini€1021One-way0 transfers
- Intercity 730+
FRECCIAROSSA 956810:00 AM10h55Palermo Centrale8:55 PMRome Termini€1161One-way1 transfer
- Intercity 736+FRECCIAROSSA 96586:54 AM10h46Palermo Centrale5:40 PMRome Termini€1231One-way1 transfer
- Intercity 730+FRECCIAROSSA 956810:00 AM10h55Palermo Centrale8:55 PMRome Termini€1161One-way1 transfer
- Intercity 73010:00 AM11h34Palermo Centrale9:34 PMRome Termini€811One-way0 transfers
- Intercity 7366:54 AM11h40Palermo Centrale6:34 PMRome Termini€811One-way0 transfers
- InterCityNotte 19545:18 PM12h38Palermo Centrale5:56 AMRome Termini€1021One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Palermo Centrale to Rome Termini
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Palermo Centrale to Rome Termini among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €45.
Distance: 265 miles (428 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Ferry | Driving |
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€79 Average price | €54 Average price Cheapest | €68 Average price | €56 Average price | €32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 13m Average total duration 10h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 27m Average total duration 10h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 27m Average total duration 14h 27m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 10h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Palermo Centrale to Rome Termini:
A bus is €1 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Palermo Centrale to Rome Termini costing on average €56.
A bus is €14 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Palermo Centrale to Rome Termini costing on average €68.
A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palermo Centrale to Rome Termini costing on average €79.
Other travel options to Rome Termini take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 43m.
Bus takes on average 10h 57m.
Ferry takes on average 14h 27m.
Tickets start at around €79 compared to roughly €32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-47.13. The journey takes 10h 43m versus 10h 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.
Live departures
Palermo Centrale to Rome Termini train times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo Centrale to Rome Termini trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| InterCityNotte 1958 | 8:15 PM Palermo Centrale | 13h36 | 9:51 AM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
| Intercity 736 | 6:54 AM Palermo Centrale | 11h40 | 6:34 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 736+FRECCIAROSSA 9658 | 6:54 AM Palermo Centrale | 10h46 | 5:40 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 730 | 10:00 AM Palermo Centrale | 11h34 | 9:34 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 730+FRECCIAROSSA 9568 | 10:00 AM Palermo Centrale | 10h55 | 8:55 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
| InterCityNotte 1954 | 5:18 PM Palermo Centrale | 12h38 | 5:56 AM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palermo Centrale to Rome Termini
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Trains from Palermo Centrale to Rome Termini run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €45 but you can travel from only €19 by flight.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 265 miles (428 km) distance in 10h 38m.
Distance 265 miles (428 km) |
Average train duration 10h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €45 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 10h 38m |
First train 5:02 AM |
Last train 8:10 PM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, Italo from Palermo Centrale to Rome Termini trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, Italo trains will get you between Palermo Centrale and Rome Termini from €19. 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 Palermo Centrale to Rome Termini
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo Centrale to Rome Termini 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 Rome Termini, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Palermo Centrale to Rome Termini
Most Palermo Centrale to Rome Termini trains use the Enna to Roma Termini station pair. Use this guide to compare Palermo Centrale and Rome Termini train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Roma Termini from Rome city centre
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini train station facilities and services
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
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