Naples to Palermo by bus + train
This route from Naples to Palermo is not by bus the whole way: by bus, train it takes about 21h 40m in total, run by 12Go, Local bus, Regional connection, Trenitalia. A quicker option we found is ferry, at 11h.
A closer look at the Bus journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €47
- Total journey
- 21h 40m
- Change
- 4 transfers
- Operator
- 12Go, Local bus, Regional connection, Trenitalia
Older observation · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1Naples to Messina12Go7h 55m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Messina - 2Messina to Reggio Calabria AirportLocal bus45m
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Change at Reggio Calabria Airport - 3Reggio Calabria Airport to TaorminaRegional connection1h 24m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Taormina - 4Taormina to Catania
Trenitalia56mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Catania - 5Catania to Palermo12Go2h 35m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Bus facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the bus only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Good to know
- The Bus covers Naples to Palermo. The rest of the journey is by train.
Before you travel
Where does the bus leave from?
This record does not name the departure and arrival stops. Confirm them with the ticket provider for your service.
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferry | €31Omio catalogue, Oct 28 | 11hdirect | See Ferry details |
- Ferry€31Omio catalogue, Oct 2811h · directSee Ferry details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Oct 28
Naples to Palermo by bus: common questions
How long does Naples to Palermo take by bus?
The bus does not cover the whole route: bus + train together take about 21h 40m, 4 transfers.
How much is a bus ticket from Naples to Palermo?
The best price in our latest check was €47. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Naples to Palermo?
12Go, Local bus, Regional connection, Trenitalia. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the ferry better?
The ferry is faster at 11h. It is cheaper too, at €37.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Naples Palermo bus
- Naples to Palermo by bus
- bus ticket Naples to Palermo
- how long is the bus from Naples to Palermo