How to travel from Munich to Palermo

There are 3 options to travel between Munich and Palermo including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Palermo is a train with an average price of €56.

This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Palermo:

A train is €130 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Munich to Palermo costing on average €186.

A train is €396 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Palermo costing on average €452.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Palermo is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 47m.

Other travel options to Palermo take longer:

Train takes on average 22h 32m.

Bus takes on average 30h 6m.

The distance from Munich to Palermo is approximately 698 miles (1124 km).

The average frequency per day from Munich to Palermo is:

• Around 42 flights per day.
• Around 4 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Munich and Palermo as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Munich to Palermo:

• Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Palermo Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Munich Hbf and arrive in Palermo Centrale.
• Buses mostly depart from Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive in Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Munich to Palermo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, OneBus, Infobus to go to Palermo by bus.
• Travel with Malta Air, Lufthansa, ITA, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, Vueling, KLM Cityhopper, KM Malta Airlines, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, Transavia France, Air France, KLM, Luxair, Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Palermo by flight.
• Travel with Intercity Notte, Intercity to go to Palermo by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Munich to Palermo with the following travel companies:

• 0 direct buses per day with OneBus, Infobus.
• 3 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline.

Omio customers who travel from Munich to Palermo often also extend their vacation to go to Catania, Cefalù, Rome, Milan, Naples. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Palermo and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Palermo to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Palermo, you can explore the Capuchin Catacombs, visit the bustling Ballarò Market, and admire vibrant street art in the Vucciria district. Take a cooking class to learn traditional Sicilian dishes or enjoy a stroll along the Foro Italico promenade. Don't miss the Palermo Cathedral, Teatro Massimo, Palazzo dei Normanni with the Palatine Chapel, Quattro Canti, and the lush Orto Botanico di Palermo.

Typically, spending 3 to 4 days in Palermo allows you to explore its main attractions, enjoy local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the city's vibrant culture.