The cheapest and fastest buses from Palermo to Tropea
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€35
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 58 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Palermo to Tropea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Tropea will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
Of the 2 buses that leave Palermo for Tropea on Wed, Jun 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct buses cover the 230 km distance in an average of 6 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest buses will take 7 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.
FlixBus11:05 AM7h15Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)6:20 PMVibo Vallentia, Viale della Pace (Palazzetto dello Sport)€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:05 AM6h40Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)5:45 PMRosarno, SP5 (Ristorante Pizzeria Medmea)€361One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:05 AM6h40Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)5:45 PMRosarno, SP5 (Ristorante Pizzeria Medmea)€361One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:05 AM7h15Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)6:20 PMVibo Vallentia, Viale della Pace (Palazzetto dello Sport)€341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Palermo to Tropea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Tropea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 45m. 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 bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 230 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€31 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price |
6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration Fastest 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg 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 Tropea bus times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Tropea buses for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:05 AM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 6h40 | 5:45 PM Rosarno, SP5 (Ristorante Pizzeria Medmea) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 AM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 7h15 | 6:20 PM Vibo Vallentia, Viale della Pace (Palazzetto dello Sport) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Itabus to find the best option for your trip from Palermo to Tropea.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Palermo to Tropea.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Itabus to find the best option for your trip from Palermo to Tropea.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Palermo to Tropea.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Palermo to Tropea
Buses from Palermo to Tropea run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €17 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:21, the last at 16:48. The fastest bus covers the 230 km distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 230 km |
Average bus duration 5h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 35m |
First bus 9:21 AM |
Last bus 4:48 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar from Palermo to TropeaYou can travel by bus between Palermo to Tropea with FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Palermo to Tropea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Tropea 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 Tropea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
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