The cheapest and fastest buses from Venice to Palermo
Cheapest price
€107
Average price
€127
Fastest journey
1 d 4 h 10 m
Average duration
1 d 4 h 50 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
819 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Venice to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Palermo will cost around €127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €107.
It's difficult to get from Venice to Palermo without transferring at least 2 times.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:10 AM28h50Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti11:00 AMPalermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)€1071One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:50 AM28h10Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)11:00 AMPalermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)€1111One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus2:20 PM29h00Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)7:20 PMPalermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)€1441One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus2:00 PM29h20Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti7:20 PMPalermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)€1441One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:50 AM28h10Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)11:00 AMPalermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)€1111One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:10 AM28h50Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti11:00 AMPalermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)€1071One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus2:20 PM29h00Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)7:20 PMPalermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)€1441One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus2:00 PM29h20Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti7:20 PMPalermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)€1441One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Venice to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Venice to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a train costs an average of €55.
Distance: 819 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€97 Average price Cheapest | €103 Average price | €123 Average price |
21h 27m Average total duration 20h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 43m Average total duration 18h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Venice to Palermo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Palermo buses for today, Tuesday, April 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 25h45 | 9:00 AM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 25h25 | 9:00 AM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 26h20 | 1:15 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 26h00 | 1:15 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, April 15 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 28h50 | 9:00 AM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2 transfers | |
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Why should you book Venice to Palermo buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Itabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Itabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Venice to Palermo.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Venice to Palermo.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Venice to Palermo.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Venice to Palermo
Buses from Venice to Palermo run on average 5 times per day, taking around 20h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €19 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:52, the last at 21:40. The fastest bus covers the 819 km distance in 21h 55m.
Distance 819 km |
Average bus duration 20h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 21h 55m |
First bus 12:52 AM |
Last bus 9:40 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus from Venice to PalermoYou can travel by bus between Venice to Palermo with Itabus, FlixBus for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Venice to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Palermo 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 Palermo, 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Venice to Palermo
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 15
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