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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice Santa Lucia to Palermo Centrale
Cheapest price
$163
Average price
$204
Fastest journey
15 h 35 m
Average duration
18 h 44 m
Trains per day
4
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 $204 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $163.
It's difficult to get from Venice Santa Lucia to Palermo Centrale without transferring at least once.
Intercity 723+
InterCityNotte 77010:05 PM21h05Venice Santa Lucia7:10 PMPalermo Centrale$1631One-way1 transfer
Regionale 16800+Intercity 594+InterCityNotte 19593:13 PM20h45Venice Santa Lucia11:58 AMPalermo Centrale$1951One-way2 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 9405+Intercity 7277:26 AM15h35Venice Santa Lucia11:01 PMPalermo Centrale$2131One-way1 transfer- FRECCIAROSSA 9435+InterCityNotte 19596:26 PM17h32Venice Santa Lucia11:58 AMPalermo Centrale$2461One-way1 transfer
- FRECCIAROSSA 9405+Intercity 7277:26 AM15h35Venice Santa Lucia11:01 PMPalermo Centrale$2131One-way1 transfer
- FRECCIAROSSA 9435+InterCityNotte 19596:26 PM17h32Venice Santa Lucia11:58 AMPalermo Centrale$2461One-way1 transfer
- Regionale 16800+Intercity 594+InterCityNotte 19593:13 PM20h45Venice Santa Lucia11:58 AMPalermo Centrale$1951One-way2 transfers
- Intercity 723+InterCityNotte 77010:05 PM21h05Venice Santa Lucia7:10 PMPalermo Centrale$1631One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Venice Santa Lucia to Palermo Centrale
Omio recommends booking the flight 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 flight with prices starting from $32. 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 flight costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $106.
Distance: 509 miles (820 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$159 Average price | $70 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price | $224 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
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* | 14h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Venice Santa Lucia to Palermo Centrale:
A flight is $2 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Venice Santa Lucia to Palermo Centrale costing on average $72 (€59).
A flight is $88 (€72) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice Santa Lucia to Palermo Centrale costing on average $159 (€130).
Other travel options to Palermo Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 18h 13m.
Bus takes on average 21h 10m.
Tickets start at around $159 (€130) compared to roughly $224 (€183) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $65 (€53). The journey takes 18h 13m versus 14h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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 tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FRECCIAROSSA 9405+Intercity 727 | 7:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 15h35 | 11:01 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 16800+Intercity 594+InterCityNotte 1959 | 3:13 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 20h45 | 11:58 AM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9435+InterCityNotte 1959 | 6:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 17h32 | 11:58 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice Santa Lucia to Palermo Centrale
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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 $106 (€87) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 509 miles (820 km) distance in 15h 32m.
Distance 509 miles (820 km) |
Average train duration 18h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $106 (€87) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 15h 32m |
First train 5:26 AM |
Last train 9:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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 $32 (€26). 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
Most Venice Santa Lucia to Palermo Centrale trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Enna station pair, with some services arriving at Villarosa. Use this guide to compare Venice Santa Lucia and Palermo Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Venezia Santa Lucia from Venice city centre
Venezia Santa Lucia train station facilities and services
Venezia Santa Lucia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
Getting to Venezia Mestre from Venice city centre
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre train station facilities and services
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
Getting to Enna from Sicily city centre
Enna is 1 km from Sicily city centre. Public transport options include:
Enna train station facilities and services
Enna has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Enna.
Getting to Villarosa from Sicily city centre
Villarosa is 3 km from Sicily city centre. Public transport options include:
Villarosa train station facilities and services
Villarosa has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Villarosa.
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