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

The cheapest way to get from Palermo to Rome is to bus which costs €35 - €55 and takes 12h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palermo to Rome is to fly which takes 3h 36m and costs €35 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Palermo and Rome?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Palermo Terminal Bus and arriving at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Palermo and Rome?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Palermo Centrale and arriving at Roma Termini. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 34m.

How far is it from Palermo to Rome?

The distance between Palermo and Rome is 470 km.

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

The best way to get from Palermo to Rome without a car is to train which takes 11h 34m and costs €90 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Palermo to Rome, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palermo to Rome bus from?

Palermo to Rome bus services, operated by Autoservizi Salemi Srl, depart from Palermo Terminal Bus station.

Where do I catch the Palermo to Rome train from?

Palermo to Rome train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Palermo Centrale station.

Train, bus or fly from Palermo to Rome?

The best way to get from Palermo to Rome is to fly which takes 3h 36m and costs €35 - €130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €90 - €200 and takes 11h 34m, you could also bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 12h 15m.

Where does the Palermo to Rome bus arrive?

Palermo to Rome bus services, operated by Autoservizi Salemi Srl, arrive at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station.

Where does the Palermo to Rome train arrive?

Palermo to Rome train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Roma Termini station.

How do I get a train ticket from Palermo to Rome?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Palermo to Rome?

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Where can I stay near Rome?

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Palermo to Rome - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, ferry, and taxi

There are 8 ways to get from Palermo to Rome by plane, train (Trenitalia), bus, ferry, train, or taxi

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

Fly Palermo Airport to Fiumicino International Airport
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1. Fly from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)plane PMO - FCO
3h 36m
€35–123
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Palermo Centrale to Roma Terminitrain Ic
11h 34m
€90–200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palermo Terminal Bus to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtinabus
12h 15m
€35–55
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Port of Palermo to Naples Beverelloferry
2. Take the train from Napoli to Roma Terminitrain 8158 / ...
12h 20m
€58–105
Bus to Trapani Airport, fly to Fiumicino International Airport
1. Take the bus from Palermo-Via Libertа Don Bosco to Trapani Birgi Airportbus
2. Fly from Trapani Airport (TPS) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)plane TPS - FCO
4h 17m
€39–165
Fly Palermo Airport to Naples Airport, train
1. Fly from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Naples Airport (NAP)plane PMO - NAP
2. Take the train from Napoli to Roma Terminitrain
4h 29m
€64–166
Bus to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport, fly to Fiumicino International Airport
1. Take the bus from Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello to Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure Terminalbus
2. Fly from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)plane CTA - FCO
5h 32m
€44–141
Ferry, taxi
1. Take the ferry from Palermo to Civitavecchiaferry
2. Take the taxi from Civitavecchia to Rometaxi
14h 44m
€149–211

Palermo to Rome by train (Trenitalia)

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11h 34mAverage Duration

€90Cheapest Price

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Distance: 470.4 km
Duration: 3h 36m

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

Ulendo Airlink, Ryanair, and three other airlines fly from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) hourly. Alternatively, Trenitalia Intercity operates a train from Palermo Centrale to Roma Termini once daily. Tickets cost €90–200 and the journey takes 11h 34m.

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