The cheapest and fastest trains from Taormina to Palermo
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
3 h 54 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Taormina to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taormina to Palermo will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
It's difficult to get from Taormina to Palermo without transferring at least once.
Regionale 12978 · Regionale 12901 · Regionale 5369
Regionale Veloce 5396 · Regionale 5355
Regionale 5386 · Regionale 5369
Regionale 5382 · Regionale 5361
Regionale 12950 · Regionale 5355
Regionale 5386 · Regionale 5369
Regionale Veloce 5396 · Regionale 5355
Intercity 722+
Regionale 5359
Regionale 5382 · Regionale 5361
Regionale Veloce 5383 · Regionale 5491Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for Taormina to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Taormina to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €18, and a ferry costs an average of €55.
Distance: 172 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry |
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price | €56 Average price |
4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Taormina to Palermo train times
The table below shows live departures for Taormina to Palermo trains for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 5381 · Regionale Veloce 5503 | 4:52 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h37 | 9:29 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12950 · Regionale 5355 | 4:52 AM Taormina-Giardini | 5h09 | 10:01 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 5396 · Regionale 5355 | 6:01 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h00 | 10:01 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 5383 · Regionale 5491 | 7:05 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h24 | 11:29 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5380 · Regionale 5359 | 7:48 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h44 | 12:32 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 722+ Regionale 5359 | 8:30 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h02 | 12:32 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5382 · Regionale 5361 | 10:03 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h20 | 2:23 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12974 · Regionale Veloce 5363 · Regionale 94936 | 10:56 AM Taormina-Giardini | 6h32 | 5:28 PM Palermo Guadagna | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12975 · Regionale Veloce 5513 | 1:14 PM Taormina-Giardini | 4h15 | 5:29 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12980 · Regionale 5369 | 1:28 PM Taormina-Giardini | 5h37 | 7:05 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5384+ Intercity 723 | 1:48 PM Taormina-Giardini | 4h40 | 6:28 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5386 · Regionale 5369 | 3:11 PM Taormina-Giardini | 3h54 | 7:05 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12986 · Regionale 12903 · Regionale 12911 | 3:43 PM Taormina-Giardini | 5h17 | 9:00 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12994+ Intercity 729 | 5:50 PM Taormina-Giardini | 4h45 | 10:35 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Taormina to Palermo
Trains from Taormina to Palermo run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:26, the last at 19:26. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 02:26 |
Last train 19:26 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Taormina to Palermo trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Taormina and Palermo from €18. 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 Taormina to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taormina 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.

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