Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Palermo to Taormina on 14 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	09:36	Palermo Centrale	5h 28m	15:04	Taormina-Giardini Train Station
Train	07:05	Palermo Centrale	9h 19m	16:24	Taormina-Giardini Train Station
Train	14:27	Palermo Centrale	5h	19:27	Taormina-Giardini Train Station
Train	14:27	Palermo Centrale	4h 22m	18:49	Taormina-Giardini Train Station
Train	11:52	Palermo Centrale	5h 29m	17:21	Taormina-Giardini Train Station

Compare 2 ways to travel from Palermo to Taormina

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Taormina. The journey takes about 4 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just CN¥112, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 9mAverage duration

170 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceCN¥112 - CN¥177	Average duration4h 9m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceCN¥185 - CN¥391	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Trenitalia

3.9/569 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.7

Based on 69 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the departure location but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Trenitalia ticket prices on this trip start at CN¥185

IT train companies: Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Italo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Palermo to Taormina by train

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 train ticket from Palermo to Taormina?
The cheapest train tickets from Palermo to Taormina start from CN¥185. The average price for this train route is around CN¥185. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Palermo to Taormina?
The average train journey time from Palermo to Taormina is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 171 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 53m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which train operators serve the Palermo to Taormina route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Palermo to Taormina?
The earliest train from Palermo to Taormina departs at 08:10. And the latest train departs at 16:35.