The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice Santa Lucia to Palermo Centrale
Cheapest price
$107
Average price
$159
Fastest journey
15 h 32 m
Average duration
18 h 48 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
820 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Santa Lucia 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 Venice Santa Lucia to Palermo Centrale will cost around $159 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $107.
It's difficult to get from Venice Santa Lucia to Palermo Centrale without transferring at least once.
InterCityNotte 770+
Intercity 723
Regionale 16800+
Intercity 594+
InterCityNotte 1959
FRECCIAROSSA 9435+
InterCityNotte 1959
FRECCIAROSSA 9405+
Intercity 727
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9431+
InterCityNotte 1955
FRECCIAROSSA 9405+
Intercity 727
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9431+
InterCityNotte 1955
FRECCIAROSSA 9435+
InterCityNotte 1959
InterCityNotte 770+
Intercity 723
Regionale 16800+
Intercity 594+
InterCityNotte 1959Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Venice Santa Lucia to Palermo Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice Santa Lucia to Palermo Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a train costs an average of $87.
Distance: 509 miles (820 km)
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$151 Average price | $116 Average price | $81 Average price Cheapest |
18h 43m Average total duration 18h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 40m Average total duration 21h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Venice Santa Lucia to Palermo Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice Santa Lucia 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9405+ Intercity 727 | 6:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 15h32 | 9:58 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9431+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 3:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 16h42 | 8:08 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 5:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 17h29 | 10:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723 | 9:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 21h00 | 6:05 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice Santa Lucia to Palermo Centrale
Trains from Venice Santa Lucia to Palermo Centrale run on average 5 times per day, taking around 18h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $87 (€70) but you can travel from only $46 (€37) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:26, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 509 miles (820 km) distance in 15h 35m.
Distance 509 miles (820 km) |
Average train duration 18h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€70) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 15h 35m |
First train 06:26 |
Last train 21:05 |
Cheapest month Apr |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity from Venice Santa Lucia to Palermo Centrale trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity trains will get you between Venice Santa Lucia and Palermo Centrale from $46 (€37). 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 Venice Santa Lucia to Palermo Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice Santa Lucia 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 Venice Santa Lucia to Palermo Centrale
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
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