The cheapest and fastest buses from Palermo to Rome
Cheapest price
€58
Average price
€61
Fastest journey
13 h 55 m
Average duration
16 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
427 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Palermo to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Rome will cost around €61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €58.
Of the 2 buses that leave Palermo for Rome on Sat, Nov 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct buses cover the 427 km distance in an average of 16 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 55 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest buses will take 18 h 25 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 Rome
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €47, and a flight costs an average of €20.
Distance: 427 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Ferry |
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€89 Average price | €155 Average price | €97 Average price | €57 Average price Cheapest |
13h 4m Average total duration 12h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 7m Average total duration 10h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 54m Average total duration 13h 54m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Palermo to Rome bus times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Rome buses for tomorrow, Saturday, November 22. 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 | 10:10 AM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 18h25 | 4:35 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:10 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 13h55 | 6:05 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Palermo to Rome
Buses from Palermo to Rome run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €20 by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 427 km distance in 12h 45m.
Distance 427 km |
Average bus duration 12h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 45m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar from Palermo to RomeYou can travel by bus between Palermo to Rome with Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Palermo to Rome
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Palermo to Rome
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ristorante Italiano (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 520, 720 Train: Leonardo Express
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