How to travel from Palermo to Monopoli, Italy

The distance between Palermo and Monopoli is around 534km (332 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3hrs.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Palermo to Monopoli by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly to Brindisi (BDS), Train

Fly from Palermo (PMO) to Brindisi (BDS) then take the train to Monopoli.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Flight time1h 15m
  • Typical cost
    €72($72)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Bari.

  • Duration13hrs
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €45($45)
Operated by

Autoservizi Salemi Srl

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Train

Take the train to Caserta and then to Monopoli.

  • Duration13h 25m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €90($90)

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Car and Ferry

Drive to Messina Marittima then take a ferry to Villa San Giovanni then drive to Monopoli.

  • Duration7h 40m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €100($100)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Palermo and Monopoli

There are several options for getting from Palermo to Monopoli by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €45 ($45) and will take around 13hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €72 ($72).

The distance between Palermo and Monopoli is around 534km (332 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 463km (288 miles)

It takes around 3h 15m to get from Palermo and Monopoli by plane and train.

The quickest way to get from Palermo to Monopoli is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx €72 ($72).

The cheapest way to travel between Palermo and Monopoli is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €45 ($45) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Palermo and Monopoli. It typically takes around 13h 25m and departs 3 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Palermo to Monopoli. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Caserta. These services run 3 times a week and will take a minimum of 13h 25m.

Trenitalia and Trenitalia Intercity Night run train services between Palermo and Monopoli. Trains depart 3 times a week and will take around 13h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Palermo and Monopoli. We recommend that you fly from Palermo (PMO) to Brindisi (BDS) then take the train to Monopoli. instead which will take 3hrs.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Palermo and Monopoli. The ferry typically takes around 13hrs and departs once daily.

Autoservizi Salemi Srl run the ferry services between Palermo and Monopoli. Ferries run once daily and take around 13hrs on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Palermo to Monopoli. We recommend that you fly from Palermo (PMO) to Bari (BRI) then take the train to Monopoli. instead which will take 3h 15m.

The closest major airport to Monopoli is Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) (BRI) which is approximately 49km (31 miles) from Monopoli. Brindisi Airport (BDS) (BDS) and Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF) (SUF) 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 Palermo to Monopoli. We recommend that you fly from Palermo (PMO) to Bari (BRI) then take the train to Monopoli. instead which will take 3h 15m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Palermo to Monopoli is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 15m and will usually cost around €68 ($68).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Palermo and Monopoli

Transport options from Palermo to Monopoli
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly to Brindisi (BDS), Train + 1 similar
3hrs
€72($72)
hourly603km (375 miles)
Plane and Train3h 15m
€68($68)
hourly534km (332 miles)
Ferry + 1 similar
13hrs
€45($45)
once daily836km (519 miles)
Ferry and Bus15hrs
€78($78)
once daily636km (395 miles)
Train + 1 similar
13h 25m
€90($90)
3 times a week1,009km (627 miles)
Train via Caserta14h 55m
€105($105)
once a week1,019km (633 miles)
Car and Ferry
7h 40m
€100($100)
hourly660km (410 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Palermo and Monopoli

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Airports near Monopoli

The following major airports near Monopoli offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.

BRI
Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)
International Airport
Distance
49km (31 miles) from Monopoli
BDS
Brindisi Airport (BDS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
63km (39 miles) from Monopoli
SUF
Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF)
International Airport
Distance
244km (152 miles) from Monopoli