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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Terminal Bus Palermo | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Terminal Bus Palermo | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Terminal Bus Palermo | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rome Fiumicino Airport | Terminal Bus Palermo | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rome Fiumicino Airport | Terminal Bus Palermo | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Rome to Palermo
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Palermo. The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rome and Palermo?
Stops in Rome
- BLargo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
- D
Castro Pretorio
Viale Castro Pretorio 76, 00185 Roma, Italy - E
Roma
- F
Anagnina
Via Vincenzo Giudice, 00173 Roma RM, Italy
Stops in Palermo
- AVia Tommaso Fazello, 16, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy
- BPunta Raisi, 90145, Palermo
- CPiazza Cairoli, 8-14, 90123 Palermo, Italy
- D90143 Palermo PA, Italy
- EVia Paolo Balsamo, 21, 90123 Palermo, Italy
- F
Via Paolo Balsamo, 31
Via Paolo Balsamo, 23-31, 90123 Palermo, Italy
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Rome to Palermo
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Rome to Palermo?
The cheapest coach tickets from Rome to Palermo start from £16. The average price for this route is around £33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Rome to Palermo?
The average bus journey time from Rome to Palermo is 14h 55m, covering a distance of 266 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h 45m and is operated by Autoservizi Salemi.
Which bus companies service the Rome to Palermo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rome to Palermo?
The earliest bus departs from Rome to Palermo at 01:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rome to Palermo?
A bus journey from Rome to Palermo produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Rome to Palermo?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 482 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Palermo?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Autoservizi Salemi has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Rome to Palermo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with a punctuality rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rome to Palermo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rome to Palermo was searched and found on 12 Mar 2026 with a price of £22To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rome to Palermo as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £22 to £87 for a bus ticket from Rome to Palermo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2026-03-12.
What's the cheapest way to go from Rome to Palermo?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
