Trains from Bologna to Palermo
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- Lowest price from ≈ $173.65 €149.80
- Average duration 16h 4m
- Connections per day 2
- Distance 729 km
- CO₂ per person 10 kg
train from Bologna to Palermo
The journey from Bologna to Palermo is about 729 km. On average a train trip takes 16h 4m with 2 connections per day.
| Lowest price | ≈ $173.65 €149.80 |
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| Trip duration | 16h 4m |
| Connections per day | 2 |
| Lowest price | ≈ $173.65 €149.80 |
| Highest price | ≈ $196.25 €169.30 |
| First departure | 05:25 PM |
| Last departure | 09:02 PM |
| Distance | 729 km |
| Departure | Bologna |
| Arrival | Palermo |
| Travel operator | Intercity, Frecciarossa Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte |
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How much will I pay for train tickets from Bologna to Palermo?
The cheapest train tickets from Bologna to Palermo cost ≈ $173.65 (€149.80). On average, you can expect to spend around ≈ $184.95 (€159.55) for your train ticket. Virail will help you find a journey that fits your budget. You can expect prices to vary between different travel providers and methods of transport; often, faster journeys will cost more than slower routes. If your travel dates are flexible, you might be able to find cheaper train tickets, as prices may fluctuate a little from day to day. You may also find lower prices by booking at certain times of day, avoiding rush hour traffic. Another tip for travelers on a tight budget is to look for connecting journeys. Sometimes it can be cheaper to make a change or two along the way, rather than traveling on a direct route from Bologna to Palermo.
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Prices will vary when you travel from Bologna to Palermo. On average, though, you'll pay about ≈ $184.95 (€159.55) for a train ticket. If you're looking for a low price, you may need to prepare to spend more time in transit. You can also often find cheaper train tickets at particular times of day, or on certain days of the week. Of course, ticket prices often change during the year, too; expect to pay more in peak season. For the lowest prices, it's usually best to make your reservation in advance. Be careful, though, as many providers do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest train tickets.
How long does it take to get from Bologna to Palermo by train?
The average journey time is 16h 4m. This is how long it takes to cross the 729 km from Bologna to Palermo. When planning your journey, remember that delays are a possibility. Some unplanned events could cause your journey from Bologna to Palermo to take longer than 16h 4m. The journey from Bologna to Palermo covers a distance of 729 km. On average, you can expect your journey to last roughly 16h 4m. However, booking the fastest option will see you reach your destination in approximately 15h 10m. For faster journeys, look for express routes. Please remember that these may only depart at certain times of day, or on particular days of the week. You may also find that you can go from Bologna to Palermo faster by making connections, rather than taking a direct route.
At what time of the day can I travel from Bologna to Palermo?
The first daily departure from Bologna to Palermo leaves at 05:25 PM, while the last journey of the day sets out at 09:02 PM. These are according to the standard schedules for the route between Bologna and Palermo. However, different providers' timetables can vary from day to day or month to month, so these particular departures may not be available every day. Some providers may change their schedules on public holidays and weekends, or during the summer months. Check your travel dates when making your booking. In general, the first departure of the night will leave Bologna at 05:25 PM, and the last departure will leave at 09:02 PM. However, it is important to remember that this is general information, and these journey times are not necessarily available every day. Timetables for each provider on the route from Bologna to Palermo can change from day to day or month to month. In particular, many providers offer different schedules on weekdays and weekends. Public holidays, local events, and seasonal timetables can also cause schedules to change.
Which stations can I use on the Bologna to Palermo route?
In Bologna, departure stations include . When you arrive in Palermo, you may be able to disembark at stations such as . Remember though that the exact stations served on each route can vary. Different providers may depart from and arrive at different stations. Furthermore, if you travel on an express service, the number of stations may be limited, and the exact stations served on a particular route may vary at different times of day or day of the week. Check in advance to ensure that you are departing from and arriving at a station that is convenient for your journey.
How many daily journeys are there from Bologna to Palermo?
The route from Bologna to Palermo is served by providers including . From this list of transport providers, there are up to departures each day. However, this exact number will vary. On average, journeys depart from Bologna 2 times per day. This number includes all the transport providers that serve the route. When traveling from Bologna to Palermo, you may choose to use an indirect route, involving connections. If you prefer not to do this, you will find an average of 0 direct journeys each day. However, indirect routes open up more possibilities for flexible travelers. On average, there are 2 journeys with one change or more each day. These numbers are all averages. They can slightly vary depending on the day of the week, the season of the year, local festivals, and other factors. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from Bologna to Palermo. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.
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Carriers on this route
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Ticket types and services from Bologna to Palermo
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Standard
- Wi-Fi
- Power sockets
- Luggage
- Accessibility
- Food and drink
- Air conditioning
- Bicycle
Premium
- Wi-Fi
- Power sockets
- Luggage
- Accessibility
- Food and drink
- Air conditioning
- Bicycle
Executive
- Wi-Fi
- Power sockets
- Luggage
- Accessibility
- Food and drink
- Air conditioning
- Bicycle
Business
- Wi-Fi
- Quiet zone
- Power sockets
- Luggage
- Accessibility
- Food and drink
- Air conditioning
- Bicycle
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CO₂ emissions by mode
The train journey between Bologna and Palermo emits 51.03kg of CO₂.
Taking the train between Bologna and Palermo saves 94.77kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 3.65kg compared to the bus and 65.61kg compared to the car.
FAQ
A train ticket from Bologna to Palermo costs ≈ $184.95 (€159.55). Prices vary by how far ahead you book and the time of day. Tickets start from ≈ $173.65 (€149.80).
The cheapest ticket from Bologna to Palermo costs ≈ $173.65 (€149.80). Book as early as possible and avoid peak times.
Bologna and Palermo are 729 km apart.
The journey from Bologna to Palermo takes about 16h 4m on average. The fastest option takes 15h 10m.
This route is served by 3 operators: Intercity, Frecciarossa and Intercity Notte.
There are about 2 connections per day from Bologna to Palermo.
The first train from Bologna to Palermo leaves at 05:25 PM. Check times on your travel date.
The last train from Bologna to Palermo leaves at 09:02 PM. Check times on your travel date.
We recommend booking as early as possible. The train we found costs ≈ $173.65 (€149.80) but prices can change.
There are about 0 direct connections from Bologna to Palermo.
The shortest train journey between Bologna and Palermo takes 15h 10m.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bologna and Palermo.
The train journey from Bologna to Palermo generates 10 kg of CO₂.