The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo to Tropea
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
5 h 59 m
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 3 trains that leave Palermo for Tropea on Mon, Nov 17, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 17 the direct trains cover the 230 km distance in an average of 6 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 59 m .
On Mon, Nov 17 the slowest trains will take 7 h 20 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.






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 train with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 44m. 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 train costs an average of €17, and a bus costs an average of €16.
Distance: 230 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€32 Average price Cheapest | €46 Average price |
6h 14m Average total duration Fastest 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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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 train times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Tropea trains for today, Sunday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:05 AM Palermo | 7h32 | 12:37 PM Tropea | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Palermo | 6h13 | 2:28 PM Tropea | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Palermo | 7h52 | 8:22 PM Tropea | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Palermo to Tropea by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palermo to Tropea
Trains from Palermo to Tropea run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 230 km distance in 6h 12m.
Distance 230 km |
Average train duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 12m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale, Intercity Notte from Palermo to Tropea trainsIntercity, Regionale, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Palermo and Tropea from €16. 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 Palermo to Tropea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Tropea 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 Tropea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Palermo to Tropea
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- BO.CA - BOTTEGA CALABRA
- Ristorante Tropea
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Tropis
- Hotel Rocca Della Sena
- Hotel La Perla
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Bus: Local bus services available
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