How to travel from Stuttgart to Palermo

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Stuttgart to Palermo

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of CHF 116 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of CHF 116, while a flight costs an average of CHF 433.

Distance: 766 miles (1233 km)

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CHF 433

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CHF 161

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CHF 116

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CHF 101

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6h 27m

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4h 27m

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30h 40m

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25h 30m

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21h 44m

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The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Palermo is a train with an average price of CHF 116.

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

A train is CHF 46 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stuttgart to Palermo costing on average CHF 161.

A train is CHF 318 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Palermo costing on average CHF 433.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Palermo is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 27m.

Other travel options to Palermo take longer:

Train takes on average 25h 30m.

Bus takes on average 30h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stuttgart and Palermo including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Stuttgart 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 17h 17m sooner (4h 27m by flight vs 21h 44m by car). Tickets start at around CHF 433 compared to roughly CHF 101 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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from Stuttgart to Palermo

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

Our recommendation

flight

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

  • Malta AirFR 4947
    6:35 PM1h55
    Memmingen Airport
    8:30 PMPalermo Airport
    CHF 971One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Malta AirFR 4947
    6:35 PM1h55
    Memmingen Airport
    8:30 PMPalermo Airport
    CHF 971One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 4947
    6:35 PM1h55
    Memmingen Airport
    8:30 PMPalermo Airport
    CHF 971One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 561 · RJ 83+RegionaleRegionale 16113+IntercityIntercity 594
    6:50 AM29h05
    Stuttgart Hbf
    11:55 AMPalermo Centrale
    CHF 1411One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 619 · RJ 81+RegionaleRegionale 16113+IntercityIntercity 594
    3:25 AM32h30
    Stuttgart Hbf
    11:55 AMPalermo Centrale
    CHF 1411One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 561 · RJ 83+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 8529+Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 95063
    6:50 AM29h05
    Stuttgart Hbf
    11:55 AMPalermo Centrale
    CHF 1431One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 PM36h10
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    11:00 AMPalermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)
    CHF 1341One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    4:10 AM35h05
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    3:15 PMPalermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)
    CHF 1521One-way
    2 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 4749
    12:50 PM2h05
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    2:55 PMPalermo Airport
    CHF 1641One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsAZ7789+ITAAZ1795
    2:25 PM3h55
    Stuttgart Airport
    6:20 PMPalermo Airport
    CHF 2791One-way
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsAZ7789+ITAAZ1767
    2:25 PM5h20
    Stuttgart Airport
    7:45 PMPalermo Airport
    CHF 2791One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Palermo.

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There are 3 options to travel between Stuttgart and Palermo including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Palermo is a train with an average price of CHF 116.

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

A train is CHF 46 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stuttgart to Palermo costing on average CHF 161.

A train is CHF 318 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Palermo costing on average CHF 433.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Palermo is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 27m.

Other travel options to Palermo take longer:

Train takes on average 25h 30m.

Bus takes on average 30h 40m.

The distance from Stuttgart to Palermo is approximately 766 miles (1233 km).
The average frequency per day from Stuttgart to Palermo is:
  • Around 29 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Palermo:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Palermo Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Stuttgart Hbf and arrive in Palermo Centrale.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe and arrive in Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stuttgart to Palermo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, OneBus to go to Palermo by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to Palermo by train.
  • Travel with Malta Air, Eurowings, ITA, Avion Express Malta, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Ryanair, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Edelweiss Air to go to Palermo by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Stuttgart to Palermo with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Infobus, OneBus.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Avion Express Malta, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Stuttgart 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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