The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice to Palermo
Cheapest price
€99
Average price
€138
Fastest journey
16 h 9 m
Average duration
18 h 32 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
819 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Palermo will cost around €138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €99.
It's difficult to get from Venice to Palermo without transferring at least once.
InterCityNotte 770+
Intercity 723
Intercity 584+
InterCityNotte 1959
FRECCIAROSSA 9405+
Intercity 727
FRECCIAROSSA 9435+
InterCityNotte 1959
FRECCIAROSSA 9435+
InterCityNotte 1959+
Regionale 5359
FRECCIAROSSA 9405+
Intercity 727
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9431+
InterCityNotte 1955
FRECCIAROSSA 9435+
InterCityNotte 1959+
Regionale 5359
FRECCIAROSSA 9435+
InterCityNotte 1959
InterCityNotte 770+
Intercity 723Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Venice to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Venice to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €30. 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 flight costs an average of €30, and a train costs an average of €108.
Distance: 819 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€143 Average price | €105 Average price Cheapest | €127 Average price |
18h 20m Average total duration 17h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 30m Average total duration 21h 0m 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
Venice to Palermo train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Palermo trains for today, Tuesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9405+ Intercity 727 | 6:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 16h09 | 10:35 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 584+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 10:34 AM Venice Mestre | 26h00 | 12:34 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9431+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 3:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 16h56 | 8:22 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 5:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 19h08 | 12:34 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435+ InterCityNotte 1959+ Regionale 5359 | On time 5:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 19h06 | 12:32 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723 | On time 9:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 21h23 | 6:28 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice to Palermo
Trains from Venice to Palermo run on average 5 times per day, taking around 17h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €108 but you can travel from only €30 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 819 km distance in 15h 29m.
Distance 819 km |
Average train duration 17h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €108 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 15h 29m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:05 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa from Venice to Palermo trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Venice and Palermo from €30. 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 Venice to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Venice to Palermo
- 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
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Viale della Stazione.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Mercure Venezia Marghera
- Hotel Lugano Torretta
- Hotel Mondial
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Venice and Mestre
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- Train: Regional trains to Venice and Mestre
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