How to travel from Bologna to Palermo, Italy
The distance between Bologna and Palermo is around 759km (472 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 30m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Bologna to Palermo by plane, train, bus, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Palermo → Bologna if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Bologna (BLQ) to Palermo (PMO).
- Duration2h 30m
- Flight time1h 30m
- Typical cost€77($77)
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Train
Take the train to Roma Termini and then to Palermo Centrale.
- Duration14h 20m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost€105($105)
Bus
Take the bus to Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello.
- Duration16h 45m
- Departs6 times a week
- Typical cost€85($85)
Autoservizi Salemi Srl
+ 1 others1 similiar route
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Train and Ferry
Take the train to Villa S.Giovanni then take a ferry to Messina Marittima then take the train to Palermo Centrale.
- Duration10h 25m
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical cost€115($115)
Car and Ferry
Drive to Civitavecchia then take a ferry to Palermo.
- Duration17hrs
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€145($145)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bologna and Palermo
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Bologna to Palermo by plane, train, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around €77 ($77) and will take around 2h 30m.
The distance between Bologna and Palermo is around 759km (472 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 729km (453 miles)
It takes around 2h 30m to get from Bologna and Palermo by plane.
The quickest way to get from Bologna to Palermo is to fly which takes around 2h 30m and will set you back approx €77 ($77).
The cheapest way to travel between Bologna and Palermo is to fly which will typically cost around €77 ($77) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Bologna and Palermo. It typically takes around 14h 20m and departs once daily.
There are no direct train services that runs from Bologna to Palermo. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Roma Termini. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 14h 20m.
Trenitalia, ItaloTreno and Austrian Railways (ÖBB) run train services between Bologna and Palermo. Trains depart once daily and will take around 14h 20m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Bologna and Palermo. It typically takes around 16h 45m and departs 6 times a week.
Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Bologna and Palermo with no changeovers required. The bus runs 6 times a week and takes 16h 45m.
Autoservizi Salemi Srl, FlixBus and Segesta Autolinee S.p.A. run regular bus services between Bologna and Palermo. Buses run 6 times a week and take around 16h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Bologna and Palermo. Flights depart from Bologna (BLQ) and arrive at Palermo (PMO). The flight takes around 1h 30m.
Yes there is a direct flight between Bologna and Palermo with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 30m.
Wizz Air, Ryanair and ITA Airways fly between Bologna and Palermo. Flights depart from Bologna (BLQ) and and arrive into Palermo (PMO). These flights usually take around 1h 30m.
The flight from Bologna to Palermo typically takes around 1h 30m. Flights depart from Bologna (BLQ) and and arrive into Palermo (PMO).
The closest major airport to Palermo is Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO) (PMO) which is approximately 23km (14 miles) from Palermo. Trapani-Birgi Airport (TPS) (TPS) and Comiso Airport (CIY) (CIY) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Bologna to Palermo. We recommend that you fly from Bologna (BLQ) to Palermo (PMO). instead which will take 2h 30m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bologna to Palermo is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 30m and will usually cost around €77 ($77).
Compare travel optionsbetween Bologna and Palermo
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 2h 30m | €77($77) | hourly | 759km (472 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 3hrs | €135($135) | every 4 hours | 773km (481 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 3h 20m | €160($160) | twice daily | 867km (539 miles) |
Train | 14h 20m | €105($105) | once daily | 1,221km (759 miles) |
Bus + 1 similar | 16h 45m | €85($85) | 6 times a week | 1,338km (831 miles) |
| Bus via Alcamo SP55 | 18h 40m | €95($95) | 6 times a week | 1,461km (908 miles) |
Train and Ferry | 10h 25m | €115($115) | every 20 mins | 1,214km (755 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 17hrs | €145($145) | once a week | 1,204km (748 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Bologna and Palermo
Airlines
FlexFlight ApS
Bristow
Ferry operators
Blue Jet
Grandi Navi Veloci
Train operators
Bus companies
Autoservizi Salemi Srl
Segesta Autolinee S.p.A.
Airports near Palermo
The following major airports near Palermo offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.
Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO)
- Distance
- 23km (14 miles) from Palermo
Trapani-Birgi Airport (TPS)
- Distance
- 79km (49 miles) from Palermo
Comiso Airport (CIY)
- Distance
- 166km (103 miles) from Palermo