How far is Palermo from Bari by coach?

The journey from Bari to Palermo by coach covers an approximate distance of 279 miles (449 km).

What is the best way to go from Bari to Palermo without flying?

You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Bari to Palermo from £32 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bari to Palermo on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	18:00	Bari (FS Park Via Capruzzi)	20h 25m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Bari to Palermo on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	18:00	Bari (FS Park Via Capruzzi)	20h 25m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 16:12 CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bari to Palermo

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Palermo. The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 40mAverage duration

278 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£37 - £125	Average duration20h 25m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£40 - £56	Average duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

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Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

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Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.2

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Where are the popular stops in Bari and Palermo?

Stops in Bari

A - Centrale

B - Porto

C - Bari Airport

D - Piazza Aldo Moro

E - Porto

Stops in Palermo

A - Terminal Bus Palermo

B - Palermo Airport

C - Piazza Cairoli

D - Fiera

E - Via Paolo Balsamo, 21

F - Via Paolo Balsamo, 31

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bari to Palermo

How far is Palermo from Bari by coach?
The journey from Bari to Palermo by coach covers an approximate distance of 279 miles (449 km).
What is the best way to go from Bari to Palermo without flying?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

15/11

£43

16/11

£77

Today

£60

18/11

£51

19/11

No data

20/11

No data

21/11

£44

22/11

£32

The cheapest trip from Bari to Palermo was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £32

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bari to Palermo as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £32 to £77 for a bus ticket from Bari to Palermo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £32, which is on 2025-11-22.