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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal Bus Palermo | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Bus Palermo | Tiburtina | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Bus Palermo | Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Bus Palermo | Rome Fiumicino Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Bus Palermo | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Palermo to Rome
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Rome. The journey takes about 10 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 992, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Palermo and Rome?
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
Stops in Rome
- ALargo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
- D
Castro Pretorio
Viale Castro Pretorio 76, 00185 Roma, Italy - E
Roma
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Anagnina
Via Vincenzo Giudice, 00173 Roma RM, Italy
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Palermo to Rome by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Palermo to Rome?
The cheapest bus tickets from Palermo to Rome start at R 430. The average price for this route is around R 994. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Palermo to Rome?
The average bus journey time from Palermo to Rome is 17h 15m, covering a distance of 421 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 15m and is operated by Autoservizi Salemi.
Which bus companies service the Palermo to Rome route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Palermo to Rome?
The earliest bus departs from Palermo to Rome at 09:10. And the latest bus departs at 20:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palermo to Rome?
A bus trip from Palermo to Rome produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Palermo to Rome?
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 474 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palermo to Rome?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Palermo to Rome?
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 Palermo to Rome?
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 Palermo to Rome was searched and found on 21 Feb 2026 with a price of R 649To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Palermo to Rome as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 649 to R 2 434 for a bus ticket from Palermo to Rome based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 649, which is on 2026-02-21.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Palermo to Rome?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
