How to travel from Paris to Palermo

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Paris to Palermo

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $123 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.5 - 3.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $123, while a flight costs an average of $519.

Distance: 922 miles (1485 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Paris to Palermo

Compare the available ways to get from Paris to Palermo, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Palermo is a train with an average price of $123.

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

A train is $90 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Paris to Palermo costing on average $213.

A train is $397 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Palermo costing on average $519.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Palermo is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 50m.

Other travel options to Palermo take longer:

Train takes on average 26h 15m.

Bus takes on average 35h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paris and Palermo including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Paris to Palermo among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 19h 33m sooner (3h 50m by flight vs 23h 23m by car). Tickets start at around $519 compared to roughly $455 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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

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

  • Transavia FranceTO3818
    0 transfers

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  • Transavia FranceTO3818
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Transavia FranceTO3818
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • Transavia FranceTO3814
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ325 · AZ1783
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ317 · AZ1785
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Paris to Palermo

Travel to Palermo 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 Paris to Palermo.

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There are 3 options to travel between Paris and Palermo including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Palermo is a train with an average price of $123.

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

A train is $90 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Paris to Palermo costing on average $213.

A train is $397 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Palermo costing on average $519.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Palermo is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 50m.

Other travel options to Palermo take longer:

Train takes on average 26h 15m.

Bus takes on average 35h 14m.

The distance from Paris to Palermo is approximately 922 miles (1485 km).
The average frequency per day from Paris to Palermo is:
  • Around 57 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Paris to Palermo:
  • Flights mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in Palermo Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Paris Gare de Lyon and arrive in Palermo Centrale.
  • Buses mostly depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arrive in Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to Palermo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with ITA, Air France, Turkish Airlines, KLM, Vueling, Lufthansa, British Airways, Transavia France, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, easyJet, Malta Air, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Edelweiss Air, Ryanair, Volotea, Luxair, Air Dolomiti, KLM Cityhopper, KM Malta Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Icelandair, asl airlines to go to Palermo by flight.
  • Travel with Intercity Notte, Intercity to go to Palermo by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Palermo by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Paris to Palermo:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Transavia France, easyJet, Malta Air, Ryanair, Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Paris 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.
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