The cheapest and fastest trains from Taormina to Palermo
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
3 h 54 m
Average duration
4 h 16 m
Trains per day
11
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 €20 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 5382 · Regionale 536111:03 AM4h23Taormina-Giardini3:26 PMPalermo Centrale€181One-way1 transfer
Regionale 12934 · Regionale Veloce 536311:56 AM5h34Taormina-Giardini5:30 PMPalermo Centrale€181One-way1 transfer
Regionale 5380 · Regionale 12873 · treno 5359 effettuato con bus PA4178:48 AM5h18Taormina-Giardini2:06 PMPalermo Centrale€181One-way2 transfers
Regionale 5396 · Regionale 5355 · treno 5355 effettuato con bus PA4097:01 AM4h27Taormina-Giardini11:28 AMPalermo Centrale€181One-way2 transfers
Regionale 5386 · Regionale 53694:13 PM3h54Taormina-Giardini8:07 PMPalermo Centrale€181One-way1 transfer
Regionale 5386 · Regionale 53694:13 PM3h54Taormina-Giardini8:07 PMPalermo Centrale€181One-way1 transfer
Intercity 721+
Regionale Veloce 55194:26 PM4h03Taormina-Giardini8:29 PMPalermo Centrale€261One-way1 transfer
Regionale 5382 · Regionale 536111:03 AM4h23Taormina-Giardini3:26 PMPalermo Centrale€181One-way1 transfer
Regionale 5396 · Regionale 5355 · treno 5355 effettuato con bus PA4097:01 AM4h27Taormina-Giardini11:28 AMPalermo Centrale€181One-way2 transfers
Regionale 5391 · Regionale Veloce 551111:55 AM4h34Taormina-Giardini4:29 PMPalermo Centrale€191One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, 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 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 ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a ferry costs an average of €55.
Distance: 172 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry |
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€19 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest | €58 Average price |
4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m 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 tomorrow, Saturday, May 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 5381 · Regionale Veloce 5503 | 5:52 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h37 | 10:29 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5396 · Regionale 5355 · treno 5355 effettuato con bus PA409 | 7:01 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h27 | 11:28 AM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12955 · Regionale Veloce 5491 | 7:33 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h56 | 12:29 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5380 · Regionale 12873 · treno 5359 effettuato con bus PA417 | 8:48 AM Taormina-Giardini | 5h18 | 2:06 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 5382 · Regionale 5361 | 11:03 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h23 | 3:26 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5391 · Regionale Veloce 5511 | 11:55 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h34 | 4:29 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12934 · Regionale Veloce 5363 | 11:56 AM Taormina-Giardini | 5h34 | 5:30 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 724+ Regionale Veloce 5363 | 12:16 PM Taormina-Giardini | 5h14 | 5:30 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12969 · Regionale Veloce 5513 | 1:10 PM Taormina-Giardini | 5h19 | 6:29 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5386 · Regionale 5369 | 4:13 PM Taormina-Giardini | 3h54 | 8:07 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 721+ Regionale Veloce 5519 | 4:26 PM Taormina-Giardini | 4h03 | 8:29 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 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 1:58 AM |
Last train 7:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 91 days |
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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