How to travel from Palermo to Naples, Italy

The distance between Palermo and Naples is around 316km (196 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 55m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Palermo to Naples by plane, train and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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🚀 Fastest
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Fly

Fly from Palermo (PMO) to Naples (NAP).

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    €51($51)
Operated byRyanair+ 2 others
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train
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Train

Take the train to Napoli Centrale.

  • Duration9h 25m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €55($55)
💰 Cheapest
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ferry
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Ferry

Take a ferry to Naples.

  • Duration10h 30m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €50($50)
Operated by

Tirrenia

+ 1 others

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Palermo and Naples

There are several options for getting from Palermo to Naples by plane, train and ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €50 ($50) and will take around 10h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €51 ($51).

The distance between Palermo and Naples is around 316km (196 miles).

It takes around 1h 55m to get from Palermo and Naples by plane.

The quickest way to get from Palermo to Naples is to fly which takes around 1h 55m and will set you back approx €51 ($51).

The cheapest way to travel between Palermo and Naples is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €50 ($50) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Palermo and Naples. It typically takes around 9h 25m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Palermo and Naples with no changeovers required. The train runs once daily and takes 9h 25m.

Trenitalia run train services between Palermo and Naples. Trains depart once daily and will take around 9h 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 Naples. We recommend that you fly from Palermo (PMO) to Naples (NAP). instead which will take 1h 55m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Palermo and Naples. The ferry typically takes around 10h 30m and departs once daily.

Tirrenia and Grandi Navi Veloci run the ferry services between Palermo and Naples. Ferries run once daily and take around 10h 30m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Palermo and Naples. Flights depart from Palermo (PMO) and arrive at Naples (NAP). The flight takes around 1hr.

Yes there is a direct flight between Palermo and Naples with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1hr.

Ryanair, Volotea and easyJet fly between Palermo and Naples. Flights depart from Palermo (PMO) and and arrive into Naples (NAP). These flights usually take around 1hr.

The flight from Palermo to Naples typically takes around 1hr. Flights depart from Palermo (PMO) and and arrive into Naples (NAP).

The closest major airport to Naples is Naples International Airport (NAP) (NAP) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Naples. Ciampino–G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) (CIA) and Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO) (FCO) 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 Naples. We recommend that you fly from Palermo (PMO) to Naples (NAP). instead which will take 1h 55m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Palermo to Naples is to fly which takes, on average, 1h 55m and will usually cost around €51 ($51).

How do I get from Palermo to Naples

Compare travel optionsbetween Palermo and Naples

Transport options from Palermo to Naples
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
1h 55m
€51($51)
hourly352km (219 miles)
Train
9h 25m
€55($55)
once daily655km (407 miles)
Ferry
10h 30m
€50($50)
once daily316km (196 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Palermo and Naples

Ferry operators

Airports near Naples

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

NAP
Naples International Airport (NAP)
International Airport
Distance
7km (4 miles) from Naples
CIA
Ciampino–G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
International Airport
Distance
175km (109 miles) from Naples
FCO
Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
International Airport
Distance
198km (123 miles) from Naples