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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo to Sicily (Island)
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palermo to Sicily (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Sicily (Island) will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 2 trains that leave Palermo for Sicily (Island) on Tue, Nov 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 3 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest trains will take 4 h 30 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Palermo to Sicily (Island)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Sicily (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €12, and a bus costs an average of €7.
Distance: 57 miles (93 km)
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2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Palermo to Sicily (Island) train times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Sicily (Island) trains for today, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:29 PM Palermo | 2h47 | 4:16 PM Sicily (Island) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, November 18 | |||||
| 7:31 AM Palermo | 4h30 | 12:01 PM Sicily (Island) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palermo to Sicily (Island)
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Trains from Palermo to Sicily (Island) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 19:45. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (93 km) distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 57 miles (93 km) |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 01:15 |
Last train 19:45 |
Train companies: Regionale from Palermo to Sicily (Island) trainsRegionale trains will get you between Palermo and Sicily (Island) from $9 (€7). 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 Sicily (Island)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Sicily (Island) 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 Sicily (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Palermo to Sicily (Island)
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Piazza Giulio Cesare.
- Antica Focacceria San Francesco
- Osteria Ballarò
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Eurostars Centrale Palace
- Hotel Ambasciatori
- Hotel del Centro
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for regional and fast trains
- Metro: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
AccessibilityCar RentalParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel- Parking is available nearby, but specific details are not provided.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Palazzo Sitano
- Hotel Porta Felice
- Hotel del Centro
- The station is a small regional station with basic facilities.
- Metro: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Piazza Matteo Maria Boiardo.
- Osteria Lo Bianco
- Trattoria Piccolo Napoli
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Giardino Inglese
- Hotel Principe di Villafranca
- Hotel Ucciardhome
- Located in the main hall
- Alamo
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and suburban destinations
- Metro: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
DiningATMAccessibilityHotelParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Via Dante.
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Hotel Principe di Villafranca
- Hotel Giardino Inglese
- Hotel Plaza Opéra
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 1
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