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 flight, with an average ticket price of $113 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $113, while a bus costs an average of $175.

Distance: 766 miles (1233 km)

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$113

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$175

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$127

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4h 35m

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2h 35m

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29h 51m

Average total duration

29h 21m

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30m

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21h 44m

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The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Palermo is a flight with an average price of $113 (€91).

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

A flight is $62 (€50) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stuttgart to Palermo costing on average $175 (€141).

A flight is $388 (€313) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Palermo costing on average $500 (€404).

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Palermo is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 35m.

Other travel options to Palermo take longer:

Bus takes on average 29h 51m.

Train takes on average 31h 12m.

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. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 19h 9m sooner (2h 35m by flight vs 21h 44m by car) and save roughly $14 (€11) compared to fuel and tolls ($113 (€91) vs $127 (€102)). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Stuttgart to Palermo

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

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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
    6:00 AM1h55
    Memmingen Airport
    7:55 AMPalermo Airport
    $581One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Malta AirFR 4947
    6:00 AM1h55
    Memmingen Airport
    7:55 AMPalermo Airport
    $581One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 4947
    6:00 AM1h55
    Memmingen Airport
    7:55 AMPalermo Airport
    $581One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 991 · RJ 1183+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 8529+Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 1959
    7:16 AM28h42
    Stuttgart Hbf
    11:58 AMPalermo Centrale
    $3081One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 619 · RJ 1281+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 8529+Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 1959
    3:39 AM32h19
    Stuttgart Hbf
    11:58 AMPalermo Centrale
    $3081One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 991 · RJ 1183+RegionaleRegionale 16113+IntercityIntercity 594
    7:16 AM28h42
    Stuttgart Hbf
    11:58 AMPalermo Centrale
    $3201One-way
    4 transfers
  • OneBus
    12:00 PM29h30
    Stuttgart
    5:30 PMPalermo
    $1231One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    4:10 AM35h05
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    3:15 PMPalermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)
    $1841One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 PM36h10
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    11:00 AMPalermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)
    $1961One-way
    2 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 4749
    10:35 AM2h05
    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
    12:40 PMPalermo Airport
    $931One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsEW2800
    12:30 PM2h05
    Stuttgart Airport
    2:35 PMPalermo Airport
    $1211One-way
    0 transfers
  • SwissLX1165 · LX1622+Malta AirFR 1150
    10:50 AM12h15
    Stuttgart Airport
    11:05 PMPalermo Airport
    $2311One-way
    2 transfers

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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.

FAQs
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 flight with an average price of $113 (€91).

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

A flight is $62 (€50) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stuttgart to Palermo costing on average $175 (€141).

A flight is $388 (€313) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Palermo costing on average $500 (€404).

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Palermo is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 35m.

Other travel options to Palermo take longer:

Bus takes on average 29h 51m.

Train takes on average 31h 12m.

The distance from Stuttgart to Palermo is approximately 766 miles (1233 km).
The average frequency per day from Stuttgart to Palermo is:
  • Around 17 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains 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:
  • Buses mostly depart from Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe and arrive in Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus).
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Palermo Airport.
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 Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Palermo by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus to go to Palermo by bus.
  • Travel with Malta Air, Eurowings, ITA, Avion Express Malta, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways 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.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Avion Express Malta.
Omio customers who travel from Stuttgart to Palermo often also extend their vacation to go to Catania, Rome, Cefalù, 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.

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