The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo to Venice
Cheapest price
€172
Average price
€247
Fastest journey
15 h 7 m
Average duration
18 h 49 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
819 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palermo to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Venice will cost around €247 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €172.
It's difficult to get from Palermo to Venice without transferring at least once.
InterCityNotte 1958+
Intercity 590+
Regionale Veloce 39868:25 PM22h55Palermo Centrale7:20 PMVenice Santa Lucia€1721One-way2 transfers
Intercity 730+
InterCityNotte 77410:15 AM20h05Palermo Centrale6:20 AMVenice Santa Lucia€2041One-way1 transfer
InterCityNotte 1958+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 94148:25 PM17h09Palermo Centrale1:34 PMVenice Santa Lucia€2051One-way1 transfer
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 9658 · FRECCIAROSSA 88287:02 AM15h07Palermo Centrale10:09 PMVenice Santa Lucia€4051One-way2 transfers
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 9658 · FRECCIAROSSA 88287:02 AM15h07Palermo Centrale10:09 PMVenice Santa Lucia€4051One-way2 transfers
InterCityNotte 1958+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 94148:25 PM17h09Palermo Centrale1:34 PMVenice Santa Lucia€2051One-way1 transfer
Intercity 730+
InterCityNotte 77410:15 AM20h05Palermo Centrale6:20 AMVenice Santa Lucia€2041One-way1 transfer
InterCityNotte 1958+
Intercity 590+
Regionale Veloce 39868:25 PM22h55Palermo Centrale7:20 PMVenice Santa Lucia€1721One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Palermo to Venice
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. 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 €29, and a train costs an average of €55.
Distance: 819 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€122 Average price | €109 Average price | €93 Average price Cheapest |
16h 46m Average total duration 16h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 42m Average total duration 19h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Palermo to Venice train times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Venice trains for today, Tuesday, April 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:15 AM Palermo | 20h19 | 5:34 AM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:48 PM Palermo | 21h28 | 3:16 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Palermo to Venice trains with Omio?
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 or Frecciarossa to find the best option for your trip from Palermo to Venice.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Intercity with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Palermo to Venice.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palermo to Venice
Trains from Palermo to Venice run on average 7 times per day, taking around 16h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €55 but you can travel from only €20 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 819 km distance in 15h 50m.
Distance 819 km |
Average train duration 16h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €55 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 15h 50m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 10:30 PM |
Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa from Palermo to Venice trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Palermo and Venice from €20. 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 Venice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Venice 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 Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Palermo to Venice
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
- McDonald’s
- Chock Full O'Nuts
- Puro Gusto
- Juice Bar
- Rossosapore
- Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
- Best Western Hotel Tritone
- The Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Villa Constanza
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Located in the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 10, 15, 18, 25a, 31, 31H, 32, 32H, 33H, 34H, 43, 53, 86, N1, 8AE
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, EC, RJ, IC, EN, ICN, R, Italo
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