The cheapest and fastest trains from Naples to Palermo
Cheapest price
€66
Average price
€76
Fastest journey
10 h 22 m
Average duration
11 h 23 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
312 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Naples to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naples to Palermo will cost around €76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €66.
It's difficult to get from Naples to Palermo without transferring at least once.
Intercity 723+
Regionale 53699:45 AM10h22Naples Centrale8:07 PMPalermo Centrale€661One-way1 transfer
Intercity 727+
BUS LP7291:45 PM11h44Naples Centrale1:29 AMPalermo Centrale€681One-way1 transfer
InterCityNotte 1955+
BUS L957A11:06 PM12h03Naples Centrale11:09 AMPalermo Centrale€941One-way1 transfer
Intercity 723+
Regionale 53699:45 AM10h22Naples Centrale8:07 PMPalermo Centrale€661One-way1 transfer
Intercity 727+
BUS LP7291:45 PM11h44Naples Centrale1:29 AMPalermo Centrale€681One-way1 transfer
InterCityNotte 1955+
BUS L957A11:06 PM12h03Naples Centrale11:09 AMPalermo Centrale€941One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, ferry, and flight for Naples to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Naples to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €36, and a flight costs an average of €33.
Distance: 312 km
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| Train | Most popular Ferry | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|---|
€73 Average price | €50 Average price Cheapest | €108 Average price | €78 Average price |
9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 11m Average total duration 10h 11m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 30m Average total duration 11h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Naples to Palermo train times
The table below shows live departures for Naples to Palermo trains for today, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 1955+ BUS L957A | 10:33 PM Naples Centrale | 12h36 | 11:09 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, May 23 | |||||
Intercity 723+ Regionale 5369 | 9:45 AM Naples Centrale | 10h22 | 8:07 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 727+ BUS LP729 | 1:45 PM Naples Centrale | 11h44 | 1:29 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Intercity?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Intercity, but also compare tickets for the likes of Intercity Notte, Italo or Frecciarossa to find the best option for your trip from Naples to Palermo.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Naples to Palermo
Trains from Naples to Palermo run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €39 but you can travel from only €33 by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 312 km distance in 9h 13m.
Distance 312 km |
Average train duration 8h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €39 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 9h 13m |
First train 3:55 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte, Italo, Frecciarossa from Naples to Palermo trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte, Italo, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Naples and Palermo from €33. 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 to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Naples to Palermo 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Naples to Palermo
- 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
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