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

The cheapest way to get from Palermo to Buscemi is to bus via Catania Airport (CTA) which costs €17 - €25 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palermo to Buscemi is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Palermo and Buscemi?

No, there is no direct bus from Palermo to Buscemi. However, there are services departing from Galilei Giotto and arriving at Buscemi via Palermo Oreto Orsi and Catania Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from Palermo to Buscemi?

The distance between Palermo and Buscemi is 295 km. The road distance is 241.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Palermo to Buscemi without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs €90 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Palermo to Buscemi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palermo to Buscemi bus from?

Palermo to Buscemi bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, depart from Palermo Oreto Orsi station.

Train or bus from Palermo to Buscemi?

The best way to get from Palermo to Buscemi is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs €90 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus via Catania Airport (CTA), which costs €17 - €25 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Palermo to Buscemi bus arrive?

Palermo to Buscemi bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, arrive at Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure Terminal station.

Can I drive from Palermo to Buscemi?

Yes, the driving distance between Palermo to Buscemi is 241 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Palermo to Buscemi.

Where can I stay near Buscemi?

There are 359+ hotels available in Buscemi.

Palermo to Buscemi - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Palermo to Buscemi by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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

Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Palermo Centrale to Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossatrain 5506 / ...
4h 44m
€92–133
Bus via Catania Airport (CTA)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palermo Oreto Orsi to Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure Terminalbus Sais Autolinee 8928 / ...
2. Take the bus from Catania Airport to Buscemibus
7h 16m
€17–24
Drive 241.2 km
1. Drive from Palermo to Buscemicar 241.2 km
3h 21m
€38–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Palermo Centrale to Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossatrain 5506 / ...
2. Take the bus from Catania Airport to Buscemibus
6h 18m
€35–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palermo Via Oreto 385 to Siracusa Bus Terminalbus Palermo
2. Take the bus from Siracusa to Buscemibus
7h 41m

Palermo to Buscemi by train, foot, and bus

6Weekly Services

6h 18mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Palermo to Buscemi.

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Distance: 295.1 km
Duration: 4h 44m

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

Trenitalia operates a train from Palermo Centrale to Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossa 5 times a day. Tickets cost €29–50 and the journey takes 2h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galilei Giotto to Buscemi via Palermo Oreto Orsi, Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure Terminal, and Catania Airport in around 7h 16m.

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