The cheapest and fastest trains from Taormina to Palermo
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 57 m
Trains per day
7
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 €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
It's difficult to get from Taormina to Palermo without transferring at least once.
treno 22092 effettuato con bus PA652 · Regionale 5365
treno 22112 effettuato con bus PA654 · Regionale 5371
Regionale 22111 · Regionale Veloce 5513
Regionale 22107 · Regionale Veloce 5503
BUS LP962+
Regionale 5367
Regionale 22107 · Regionale Veloce 5503
BUS LP962+
Regionale 5367
treno 5385 effettuato con bus PA658+
Intercity 729
treno 22112 effettuato con bus PA654 · Regionale 5371
treno 22092 effettuato con bus PA652 · Regionale 5365Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 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 bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 172 km
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€19 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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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, Saturday, February 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 5391 · Regionale Veloce 5511 | 10:55 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h37 | 3:32 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
treno 12974 effettuato con bus PA612 · Regionale Veloce 5363 | 10:55 AM Taormina-Giardini | 5h37 | 4:32 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 5395 · Regionale Veloce 5513 | 1:05 PM Taormina-Giardini | 4h27 | 5:32 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
BUS LP962+ Regionale 5369 | 2:20 PM Taormina-Giardini | 4h46 | 7:06 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12981 · Regionale 12985 · Regionale Veloce 5519 | 2:39 PM Taormina-Giardini | 4h53 | 7:32 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
treno 5378 effettuato con bus PA628+ Intercity 729 | 5:10 PM Taormina-Giardini | 4h51 | 10:01 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, February 22 | |||||
Regionale 22107 · Regionale Veloce 5503 | 5:21 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h11 | 9:32 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
BUS LP734+ Regionale 22303 · Regionale 12881 | 7:47 AM Taormina-Giardini | 6h48 | 2:35 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Taormina to Palermo
Trains from Taormina to Palermo run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:58, the last at 19:26. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 01:58 |
Last train 19:26 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Taormina to Palermo trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Taormina and Palermo from €11. 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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