What is the cheapest way to get from Acireale to Palermo?

The cheapest way to get from Acireale to Palermo is to train which costs €19 - €26 and takes 4h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Acireale to Palermo?

The fastest way to get from Acireale to Palermo is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Acireale and Palermo?

No, there is no direct bus from Acireale to Palermo. However, there are services departing from Acireale and arriving at Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello via Catania Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Acireale and Palermo?

No, there is no direct train from Acireale to Palermo. However, there are services departing from Acireale and arriving at Palermo Centrale via Catania Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Acireale to Palermo?

The distance between Acireale and Palermo is 253 km. The road distance is 227.1 km.

How do I travel from Acireale to Palermo without a car?

The best way to get from Acireale to Palermo without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs €19 - €26.

How long does it take to get from Acireale to Palermo?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Acireale to Palermo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Acireale to Palermo bus from?

Acireale to Palermo bus services, operated by Azienda Siciliana Trasporti, depart from Acireale station.

Where do I catch the Acireale to Palermo train from?

Acireale to Palermo train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., depart from Catania Centrale station.

Train or bus from Acireale to Palermo?

The best way to get from Acireale to Palermo is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs €19 - €26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Acireale to Palermo bus arrive?

Acireale to Palermo bus services, operated by Azienda Siciliana Trasporti, arrive at Catania station.

Where does the Acireale to Palermo train arrive?

Acireale to Palermo train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., arrive at Palermo Centrale station.

Can I drive from Acireale to Palermo?

Yes, the driving distance between Acireale to Palermo is 227 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Acireale to Palermo.

Where can I stay near Palermo?

There are 5471+ hotels available in Palermo.

Acireale to Palermo - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Acireale to Palermo by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Catania Centrale to Palermo Centraletrain 5503 / ...
4h 14m
€20–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Acireale to Cataniabus
2. Take the bus from Catania Central Bus Station to Palermo Via Tommaso Fazellobus Sais Autolinee / ...
4h 14m
Drive 227.1 km
1. Drive from Acireale to Palermocar 227.1 km
2h 42m
€36–51

Acireale to Palermo by train

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Distance: 252.5 km
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Acireale, Italy and Palermo, Italy?

Trenitalia S.p.A. operates a train from Catania Centrale to Palermo Centrale every 4 hours. Tickets cost €17–21 and the journey takes 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Acireale to Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello via Catania and Catania Central Bus Station in around 4h 14m.

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