The cheapest and fastest buses from Palermo to Milan
Cheapest price
€106
Average price
€121
Fastest journey
22 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 30 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
887 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Palermo to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Milan will cost around €121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €106.
Of the 5 buses that leave Palermo for Milan on Fri, Jan 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 09 the direct buses cover the 887 km distance in an average of 1 d 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 22 h 15 m .
On Fri, Jan 09 the slowest buses will take 1 d 3 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Palermo to Milan
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €67, and a flight costs an average of €30.
Distance: 887 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Ferry |
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€135 Average price | €182 Average price | €165 Average price | €91 Average price Cheapest |
19h 48m Average total duration 19h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 40m Average total duration 15h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 31m Average total duration 20h 31m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Palermo to Milan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Milan buses for today, Thursday, January 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:25 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 29h30 | 7:55 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 2:25 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 22h15 | 12:40 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:25 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 23h10 | 1:35 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 24h00 | 4:10 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 25h20 | 5:30 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 1 transfer |
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Compare prices and tickets Palermo to Milan by train, bus, flight, or ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Palermo to Milan
Buses from Palermo to Milan run on average 6 times per day, taking around 19h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €53 but you can travel from only €30 by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 887 km distance in 16h 35m.
Distance 887 km |
Average bus duration 19h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €53 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 16h 35m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 22:45 |
Bus providers: Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Palermo to MilanYou can travel by bus between Palermo to Milan with Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as €30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Palermo to Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Milan by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Palermo to Milan
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km)
- Pizza Express (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M1 Bus: 68, 78, 80
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Italiana (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 121, 132 Metro: M3
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