Rome to Palermo by bus
Travelling from Rome to Palermo by bus takes about 14h 30m, run by FlixBus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 05m.
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The journey, step by step
- 1busRome Tiburtina → Palermo
FlixBus
bus or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| bus | €86 | 14h 30m | direct |
| flight | €40 | 1h 05m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Rome to Palermo by bus: common questions
How long does Rome to Palermo take by bus?
About 14h 30m, with no transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Rome to Palermo?
The best price in our latest check was €86. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Rome to Palermo?
FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 05m. It is cheaper too, at €40.
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