Bus and Train from Salerno to Palermo: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Salerno to Palermo on 13 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
OneBusBus
Piazza Montpellier
Palermo CentraleCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:30 PM CEST.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Salerno to Palermo

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Palermo. The journey takes about 8 hours 34 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 282, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
8h 34mAverage duration
310 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 498 - R 2 147Average duration10h 30m
8kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 282 - R 1 763Average duration8h 34m
7kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 040 - R 5 207Average duration10h 15m
69kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salerno to Palermo by bus or train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is a ticket from Salerno to Palermo?

    The cheapest tickets from Salerno to Palermo start at R 498. The average price for this route is around R 1 041. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the journey from Salerno to Palermo?

    The average trip duration from Salerno to Palermo is 9h 32m, covering a distance of 310 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 8h 33m and is operated by Trenitalia.

  3. Which companies operate the Salerno to Palermo route?

    Several major companies operate on this route with 1 trips available per day, including services from FlixBus, OneBus, Itabus, Trenitalia.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times from Salerno to Palermo?

    The earliest trip from Salerno to Palermo departs at 02:15. The latest trip departs at 19:00.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the journey from Salerno to Palermo?

    A trip from Salerno to Palermo generates an estimated 7.74395 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best company from Salerno to Palermo?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is OneBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Salerno to Palermo?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the company OneBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  8. Which company has the most punctual service from Salerno to Palermo?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Salerno to Palermo?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Trenitalia, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find the cheapest prices for buses and trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10/04
R 578
11/04
R 548
Today
R 616
13/04
R 1 981
14/04
R 527
15/04
R 524
16/04
R 689
17/04
R 795
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salerno to Palermo was searched and found on 15 Apr 2026 with a price of R 524

To save money and make sure you get the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Salerno to Palermo, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay between R 524 and R 1 981 for a bus or train ticket from Salerno to Palermo based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for the trip at R 524 which is on 2026-04-15.

What's the cheapest way to go from Salerno to Palermo?

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