How to travel from Syracuse to Palermo

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Compare bus and train for Syracuse to Palermo

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Syracuse to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $26 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 7m. 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 train costs an average of $26, while a bus costs an average of $42.

Distance: 126 miles (204 km)

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5h 39m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Syracuse to Palermo is a train with an average price of $26 (€21).

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

A train is $16 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Syracuse to Palermo costing on average $42 (€34).

The fastest way to travel from Syracuse to Palermo is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 7m.

Other travel options to Palermo take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 39m.

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

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from Syracuse to Palermo

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:15 AM8h00
    Syracuse, Corso Umberto I
    3:15 PMPalermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)
    $221One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:15 AM8h00
    Syracuse, Corso Umberto I
    3:15 PMPalermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)
    $221One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • RegionaleRegionale 5386 · Regionale 5513 · treno 5513 effettuato con bus PA331
    2:12 PM4h46
    Syracuse station
    6:58 PMPalermo Centrale
    $251One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale 5516 · Regionale 5519 · treno 5519 effettuato con bus PA333
    4:00 PM4h58
    Syracuse station
    8:58 PMPalermo Centrale
    $251One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 5502 · Regionale 5503 · treno 5503 effettuato con bus PA325
    5:49 AM5h09
    Syracuse station
    10:58 AMPalermo Centrale
    $251One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 5396 · Regionale 5373 · treno 5503 effettuato con bus PA325
    5:00 AM5h58
    Syracuse station
    10:58 AMPalermo Centrale
    $251One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Syracuse 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 Syracuse to Palermo.

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There are 2 options to travel between Syracuse and Palermo including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Syracuse to Palermo is a train with an average price of $26 (€21).

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

A train is $16 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Syracuse to Palermo costing on average $42 (€34).

The fastest way to travel from Syracuse to Palermo is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 7m.

Other travel options to Palermo take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 39m.

The distance from Syracuse to Palermo is approximately 126 miles (204 km).
The average frequency per day from Syracuse to Palermo is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Syracuse and Palermo 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 Syracuse to Palermo:
  • Trains mostly depart from Syracuse station and arrive in Palermo Centrale.
  • Buses mostly depart from Syracuse, Corso Umberto I and arrive in Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port of Milazzo and arrive in Port of Palermo.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Syracuse to Palermo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Interbus S.p.A., Alibus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Palermo by bus.
  • Travel with Regionale, Intercity to go to Palermo by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Syracuse to Palermo:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Interbus S.p.A., BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Syracuse 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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