How to travel from Palermo to Syracuse

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Compare bus and train for Palermo to Syracuse

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Syracuse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł118 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł118, while a train costs an average of zł119.

Distance: 126 miles (204 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Palermo to Syracuse is a bus with an average price of zł118.

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

A bus is zł1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palermo to Syracuse costing on average zł119.

The fastest way to travel from Palermo to Syracuse is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 57m.

Other travel options to Syracuse take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 33m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Palermo and Syracuse including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Palermo to Syracuse among Omio's users.

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from Palermo to Syracuse

How to get from Palermo to Syracuse by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Palermo to Syracuse is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:25 PM5h15
    Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)
    8:40 PMSyracuse, Corso Umberto I
    zł721One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:25 PM5h15
    Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)
    8:40 PMSyracuse, Corso Umberto I
    zł721One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 5508 · treno 5391 effettuato con bus PA533
    9:31 AM4h07
    Palermo Centrale
    1:38 PMSyracuse station
    zł931One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 5512 · treno 5397 effettuato con bus PA549
    3:31 PM4h52
    Palermo Centrale
    8:23 PMSyracuse station
    zł931One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 5520 · treno 12989 effettuato con bus PA551
    5:31 PM4h57
    Palermo Centrale
    10:28 PMSyracuse station
    zł931One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 5508 · treno 5391 effettuato con bus PA531
    9:31 AM5h05
    Palermo Centrale
    2:36 PMSyracuse station
    zł931One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Palermo to Syracuse

Travel to Syracuse easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Palermo to Syracuse.

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There are 2 options to travel between Palermo and Syracuse including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Palermo to Syracuse is a bus with an average price of zł118.

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

A bus is zł1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palermo to Syracuse costing on average zł119.

The fastest way to travel from Palermo to Syracuse is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 57m.

Other travel options to Syracuse take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 33m.

The distance from Palermo to Syracuse is approximately 126 miles (204 km).
The average frequency per day from Palermo to Syracuse is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Palermo to Syracuse:
  • Trains mostly depart from Palermo Centrale and arrive in Syracuse station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) and arrive in Syracuse, Corso Umberto I.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Palermo to Syracuse, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Regionale, Intercity to go to Syracuse by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Syracuse by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Palermo to Syracuse often also extend their vacation to go to Catania, Noto, Taormina, Ragusa, Catania Fontanarossa Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Syracuse and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Syracuse to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Syracuse, you can explore the Neapolis Archaeological Park, featuring the Greek Theatre and Roman Amphitheatre. Visit Ortigia Island for its Baroque architecture and charming streets, and don't miss the Syracuse Cathedral, built on a Greek temple. Admire the Temple of Apollo and enjoy panoramic views from Castello Maniace. Experience the unique acoustics of the Ear of Dionysius cave and admire the Aretusa Fountain. Explore vibrant local markets and take a boat tour around Ortigia Island. Enhance your visit with a traditional Sicilian cooking class, learning to make local dishes with fresh ingredients.
To fully experience Syracuse, three to four days are ideal. This timeframe allows you to explore key attractions like the historic downtown, museums, and nearby natural sites.

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