The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome Termini to Palermo
Cheapest price
$98
Average price
$109
Fastest journey
11 h 29 m
Average duration
12 h 24 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
427 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome Termini to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome Termini to Palermo will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
Of the 5 trains that leave Rome Termini for Palermo on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 427 km distance in an average of 12 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 29 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 13 h 35 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 train, bus, flight, and ferry for Rome Termini to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome Termini to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €45, and a train costs an average of €55.
Distance: 265 miles (427 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Ferry |
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€86 Average price | €84 Average price | €82 Average price | €54 Average price Cheapest |
11h 3m Average total duration 10h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 16m Average total duration 12h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 15m Average total duration 14h 15m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rome Termini to Palermo train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome Termini to Palermo trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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InterCityNotte 1955 | 7:20 PM Rome Termini | 13h02 | 8:22 AM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | Delayed 8:10 PM 8:00 PMRome Termini | 12h22 | 8:22 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
![]() | 4:50 AM Rome Termini | 12h12 | 5:02 PM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:26 AM Rome Termini | 11h36 | 5:02 PM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:26 AM Rome Termini | 11h29 | 8:55 PM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Rome Termini to Palermo by train, bus, flight, or ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rome Termini to Palermo
Trains from Rome Termini to Palermo run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $68 (€55) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 265 miles (427 km) distance in 9h 56m.
Distance 265 miles (427 km) |
Average train duration 10h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€55) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 9h 56m |
First train 05:21 |
Last train 22:53 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa from Rome Termini to Palermo trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Rome Termini and Palermo from $31 (€25). 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 Rome Termini to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome Termini to Palermo 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 Palermo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rome Termini to Palermo
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Acafe
- Moka Café
- Roadhouse Grill
- McDonald's
- Gusto
- Chef Express
- Coop Minimarket
- Mercato Centrale
- The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
- Archi di Roma Guest House
- Gemma di Roma
- The Liberty Boutique Hotel
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Located near Platform 24.
- Metro lines: A (red), B (blue)
- Bus lines: 5, H, 38, 40 Express, 50 Express, 64, 66, 70, 75, 82, 90 Express, 92, 105, 150F, 223, 310, 590, 714, 910, C2, C3
- Tram lines: 5, 14
- Train lines: Italo, FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, EN, CNL, R, Leonardo Express
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