How to travel from Naples to Palermo

There are 4 options to travel between Naples and Palermo including taking a train, bus, ferry, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Naples to Palermo is a ferry with an average price of $61 (€51).

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

A ferry is $8 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Naples to Palermo costing on average $69 (€57).

A ferry is $22 (€18) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Naples to Palermo costing on average $83 (€69).

A ferry is $174 (€146) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Naples to Palermo costing on average $235 (€197).

The fastest way to travel from Naples to Palermo is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 25m.

Other travel options to Palermo take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 11m.

Ferry takes on average 11h 9m.

Bus takes on average 12h 8m.

The distance from Naples to Palermo is approximately 193 miles (312 km).

The average frequency per day from Naples to Palermo is:

• Around 22 flights per day.
• Around 3 trains per day.
• Around 3 buses per day.
• Around 2 ferries per day.

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

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

• Flights mostly depart from Naples International Airport and arrive in Palermo Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Naples Centrale and arrive in Palermo Centrale.
• Buses mostly depart from Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) and arrive in Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus).
• Ferries mostly depart from Port of Naples and arrive in Port of Palermo.

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

• Travel with Tirrenia, Grimaldi, Gnv to go to Palermo by ferry.
• Travel with Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to Palermo by train.
• Travel with Salemi, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Itabus to go to Palermo by bus.
• Travel with CitizenPlane, Luxair, Volotea, Malta Air, ITA, Ryanair, easyJet to go to Palermo by flight.

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

• 2 direct ferries per day with Tirrenia, Grimaldi, Gnv.
• 3 direct trains per day with Intercity, Intercity Notte.
• 0 direct buses per day with Salemi, Itabus.
• 3 direct flights per day with CitizenPlane, Volotea, Malta Air, Ryanair, easyJet.

Omio customers who travel from Naples to Palermo often also extend their vacation to go to Catania, Cefalù, Rome, Milan, Trapani. 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.