The cheapest and fastest buses from Palermo to Syracuse
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€22
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
204 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Palermo to Syracuse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Syracuse will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 2 buses that leave Palermo for Syracuse on Mon, Dec 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct buses cover the 204 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest buses will take 5 h 15 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 bus and train for Palermo to Syracuse
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Syracuse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €17, and a bus costs an average of €13.
Distance: 204 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€36 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest |
4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Palermo to Syracuse bus times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Syracuse buses for today, Sunday, November 30. 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 | 2:25 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 5h15 | 7:40 PM Syracuse, Corso Umberto I | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Palermo to Syracuse
Buses from Palermo to Syracuse run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:20, the last at 20:05. The fastest bus covers the 204 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 204 km |
Average bus duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 04:20 |
Last bus 20:05 |
Bus providers: Interbus S.p.A., European Sleeper, Infobus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Palermo to SyracuseYou can travel by bus between Palermo to Syracuse with Interbus S.p.A., European Sleeper, Infobus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Palermo to Syracuse
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Syracuse 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 Syracuse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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