The cheapest and fastest trains from Naples Centrale to Palermo Centrale
Cheapest price
€64
Average price
€72
Fastest journey
9 h 16 m
Average duration
9 h 45 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
315 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Naples Centrale to Palermo Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naples Centrale to Palermo Centrale will cost around €72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €64.
Of the 3 trains that leave Naples Centrale for Palermo Centrale on Fri, May 29, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 315 km distance in an average of 9 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 16 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 10 h 35 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.
Intercity 7239:45 AM9h23Naples Centrale7:08 PMPalermo Centrale€641One-way0 transfers
Intercity 7271:45 PM9h16Naples Centrale11:01 PMPalermo Centrale€641One-way0 transfers
InterCityNotte 195510:33 PM10h35Naples Centrale9:08 AMPalermo Centrale€881One-way0 transfers
Intercity 7271:45 PM9h16Naples Centrale11:01 PMPalermo Centrale€641One-way0 transfers
Intercity 7239:45 AM9h23Naples Centrale7:08 PMPalermo Centrale€641One-way0 transfers
InterCityNotte 195510:33 PM10h35Naples Centrale9:08 AMPalermo Centrale€881One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Naples Centrale to Palermo Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Naples Centrale to Palermo Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €27, and a flight costs an average of €17.
Distance: 315 km
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Most popular Train | Ferry | Flight | Bus |
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€64 Average price | €51 Average price Cheapest | €78 Average price | €66 Average price |
10h 2m Average total duration 9h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 9m Average total duration 10h 9m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 46m Average total duration 10h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Naples Centrale to Palermo Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Naples Centrale to Palermo Centrale trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Intercity 723 | 9:45 AM Naples Centrale | 9h23 | 7:08 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 727 | 1:45 PM Naples Centrale | 9h16 | 11:01 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Naples Centrale to Palermo Centrale
Trains from Naples Centrale to Palermo Centrale run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €17 by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:45, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 315 km distance in 9h 13m.
Distance 315 km |
Average train duration 9h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 9h 13m |
First train 7:45 AM |
Last train 9:37 PM |
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Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte, Italo from Naples Centrale to Palermo Centrale trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte, Italo trains will get you between Naples Centrale and Palermo Centrale from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Naples Centrale to Palermo Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Naples Centrale to Palermo Centrale by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Palermo Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Naples Centrale to Palermo Centrale
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 21:10
- Free WiFi throughout the station.
- KiPoint luggage storage is located close to Platform 2, open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Tentazioni Cafe
- Burger King
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Time Cafè
- Caffè Toraldo
- Chalet Ciro
- Cibiamo
- Chef Express
- Eccellenze Della Costiera
- 100 Montaditos
- & more
- The station is fully accessible. The Sala Blu office provides services and assists customers with disabilities.
- Grand Hotel Europa
- Starhotels Terminus
- B&B Hotel Napoli
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 21:10
- Located on the ground floor in the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1, 2
- Tram lines: 1, 2
- Bus lines: 116, 130, 150, 151, 175, 191, 195, 196, 202 (Filobus), 254 (Filobus), 254 (Filobus), 455, 460, 469, 472, 475, 606, Alibus, N1, N3, N4, N5, N8, R2, R5
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Circumvesuviana (3, 12, 14, 15), Italo



