The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo to Rome Tiburtina
Cheapest price
$78
Average price
$118
Fastest journey
11 h 5 m
Average duration
12 h 1 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
428 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palermo to Rome Tiburtina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Rome Tiburtina will cost around $118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.
It's difficult to get from Palermo to Rome Tiburtina without transferring at least once.
Intercity 736+
Regionale Veloce 47347:05 AM12h05Palermo Centrale7:10 PMRome Tiburtina$781One-way1 transfer
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 9658+
Regionale Veloce 47327:05 AM11h05Palermo Centrale6:10 PMRome Tiburtina$1131One-way2 transfers
InterCityNotte 1958+
FRECCIAROSSA 95208:25 PM12h52Palermo Centrale9:17 AMRome Tiburtina$1621One-way1 transfer
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 9658+
Regionale Veloce 47327:05 AM11h05Palermo Centrale6:10 PMRome Tiburtina$1131One-way2 transfers
Intercity 736+
Regionale Veloce 47347:05 AM12h05Palermo Centrale7:10 PMRome Tiburtina$781One-way1 transfer
InterCityNotte 1958+
FRECCIAROSSA 95208:25 PM12h52Palermo Centrale9:17 AMRome Tiburtina$1621One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Palermo to Rome Tiburtina
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Rome Tiburtina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $63, and a train costs an average of $46.
Distance: 265 miles (428 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Ferry |
|---|---|---|---|
$98 Average price | $73 Average price | $88 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest |
12h 11m Average total duration 11h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 15m Average total duration 12h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 0m Average total duration 14h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Palermo to Rome Tiburtina:
A ferry is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Palermo to Rome Tiburtina costing on average $73 (€59).
A ferry is $21 (€17) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Palermo to Rome Tiburtina costing on average $88 (€71).
A ferry is $31 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palermo to Rome Tiburtina costing on average $98 (€79).
Other travel options to Rome Tiburtina take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 41m.
Bus takes on average 12h 45m.
Ferry takes on average 14h 0m.
Live departures
Palermo to Rome Tiburtina train times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Rome Tiburtina trains for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:05 AM Palermo | 11h59 | 6:04 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Palermo | 11h02 | 7:17 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 PM Palermo | 12h07 | 8:17 AM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 1 | |||||
Intercity 736+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658+ Regionale Veloce 4732 | 7:05 AM Palermo Centrale | 11h05 | 6:10 PM Rome Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 736+ Regionale Veloce 4734 | 7:05 AM Palermo Centrale | 12h05 | 7:10 PM Rome Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
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Compare prices and tickets Palermo to Rome Tiburtina by train, bus, flight, or ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palermo to Rome Tiburtina
Trains from Palermo to Rome Tiburtina run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 265 miles (428 km) distance in 11h 2m.
Distance 265 miles (428 km) |
Average train duration 11h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 11h 2m |
First train 5:02 AM |
Last train 8:10 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte from Palermo to Rome Tiburtina trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Palermo and Rome Tiburtina from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Intercity Notte
FAQs: Trains from Palermo to Rome Tiburtina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Rome Tiburtina 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 Tiburtina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Palermo to Rome Tiburtina
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes.
- Luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
- Rock n’ Coffee Roma
- Arabian Kebab
- Ingredienti
- McDonald’s
- Numb's Bakery Café
- Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
- B&B Rome Tiburtina
- B&B Alba Domus Roma
- Hotel delle Province
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Metro lines: LB
- Bus lines: 62, 71, 111, 111F, 120F, 135, 163, 168, 211, 309, 409, n409, n041, C2, C3, Airport Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FA, IC, REG, FL1, FL2, FL3
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