The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome Tiburtina to Palermo Centrale
Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$177
Fastest journey
12 h 24 m
Average duration
12 h 34 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
429 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome Tiburtina to Palermo Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome Tiburtina to Palermo Centrale will cost around $177 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
Of the 3 trains that leave Rome Tiburtina for Palermo Centrale on Mon, Mar 23, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 429 km distance in an average of 12 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 24 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 12 h 44 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, train, flight, and ferry for Rome Tiburtina to Palermo Centrale
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rome Tiburtina to Palermo Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. 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 bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 266 miles (429 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Ferry |
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$108 Average price | $64 Average price Cheapest | $123 Average price | $67 Average price |
12h 9m Average total duration 11h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 29m Average total duration 12h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 15m Average total duration 14h 15m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rome Tiburtina to Palermo Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome Tiburtina to Palermo Centrale trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:27 PM Rome Tiburtina | 12h45 | 8:12 AM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 5:48 AM Rome Tiburtina | 12h24 | 6:12 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:55 AM Rome Tiburtina | 12h33 | 6:28 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rome Tiburtina to Palermo Centrale
Trains from Rome Tiburtina to Palermo Centrale run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 19:27. The fastest train covers the 266 miles (429 km) distance in 11h 35m.
Distance 266 miles (429 km) |
Average train duration 11h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 11h 35m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 19:27 |
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Low season Apr - Jun |
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Least busy day Mon |
Train companies: Intercity, Italo, Intercity Notte from Rome Tiburtina to Palermo Centrale trainsIntercity, Italo, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Rome Tiburtina and Palermo Centrale from $21 (€17). 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 Tiburtina to Palermo Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome Tiburtina to Palermo 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 Palermo Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rome Tiburtina to Palermo Centrale
- 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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