The cheapest and fastest buses from Venice to Palermo
Cheapest price
€138
Average price
€151
Fastest journey
21 h 55 m
Average duration
23 h 13 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 €151 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €138.
It's difficult to get from Venice to Palermo without transferring at least once.
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Compare train, bus, 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 flight with prices starting from €30. 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 flight costs an average of €30, and a train costs an average of €108.
Distance: 819 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
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€127 Average price | €105 Average price Cheapest | €143 Average price |
21h 30m Average total duration 21h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 20m Average total duration 17h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Venice to Palermo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Palermo buses for today, Friday, December 26. 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 | 9:25 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 24h35 | 10:00 AM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 24h15 | 10:00 AM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, December 27 | |||||
![]() | 6:45 AM Venice | 23h05 | 5:50 AM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:05 AM Venice | 22h45 | 5:50 AM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Venice to Palermo
Buses from Venice to Palermo run on average 5 times per day, taking around 21h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €65 but you can travel from only €30 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:52, the last at 22:10. The fastest bus covers the 819 km distance in 21h 55m.
Distance 819 km |
Average bus duration 21h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €65 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 21h 55m |
First bus 00:52 |
Last bus 22:10 |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus from Venice to PalermoYou can travel by bus between Venice to Palermo with Itabus, FlixBus 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 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.

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