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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo to Milan Centrale
Cheapest price on Aug 30
$252
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$252
Fastest journey on Aug 30
17 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
17 h 35 m
Trains on Aug 30
1
Distance
889 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palermo to Milan Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Milan Centrale will cost around $252 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $252.
It's difficult to get from Palermo to Milan Centrale without transferring at least once.
InterCityNotte 1958+
FRECCIAROSSA 963210:00 PM17h35Palermo Centrale3:35 PMMilan Centrale$2521One-way1 transfer
- InterCityNotte 1958+FRECCIAROSSA 963210:00 PM17h35Palermo Centrale3:35 PMMilan Centrale$2521One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, flight, and ferry for Palermo to Milan Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Milan Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of $102 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $102, while a flight costs an average of $211.
Distance: 552 miles (889 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$172 Average price | $211 Average price | $137 Average price | $102 Average price Cheapest | $122 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 8m Average total duration 17h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 22h 33m Average total duration 22h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 4m Average total duration 20h 4m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 25h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Palermo to Milan Centrale:
A ferry is $35 (€29) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Palermo to Milan Centrale costing on average $137 (€111).
A ferry is $70 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palermo to Milan Centrale costing on average $172 (€139).
A ferry is $109 (€88) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Palermo to Milan Centrale costing on average $211 (€171).
Other travel options to Milan Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 17h 38m.
Ferry takes on average 20h 4m.
Bus takes on average 22h 3m.
You'll arrive about 8h 11m sooner (17h 38m by train vs 25h 49m by car). Tickets start at around $172 (€139) compared to roughly $122 (€99) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palermo to Milan Centrale
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Trains from Palermo to Milan Centrale run on average 7 times per day, taking around 17h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 19:05. The fastest train covers the 552 miles (889 km) distance in 13h 0m.
Distance 552 miles (889 km) |
Average train duration 17h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 13h 0m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 7:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa from Palermo to Milan Centrale trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Palermo and Milan Centrale from $22 (€18). 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 to Milan Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Milan 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 Milan Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Palermo to Milan Centrale
Most Palermo to Milan Centrale trains use the Palermo Centrale to Milano Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Palermo and Milan Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
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: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
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