How to travel from Parma to Cefalù, Italy
The distance between Parma and Cefalù is around 919km (571 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 20m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Parma to Cefalù by train, plane, 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 Cefalù → Parma if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Bologna Centrale then fly from Bologna (BLQ) to Palermo (PMO) then take the train to Cefalu.
- Duration4h 20m
- Flight time1h 25m
- Typical cost€130($130)
Multiple operators
4 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Messina Centrale and then to Cefalu.
- Duration18h 10m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost€130($130)
Multiple train operators
Bus
Take the bus to Termini Imerese Gatto Carburanti Gas Station.
- Duration19h 20m
- Departs5 times a week
- Typical cost€80($80)
Autoservizi Salemi Srl
Train and Ferry
Take the train to Bologna Centrale then Napoli Afragola and then to Villa S.Giovanni then take a ferry to Messina Marittima then take the train to Cefalu.
- Duration10h 45m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost€100($100)
Car and Ferry
Drive to Livorno then take a ferry to Palermo then drive to Cefalù.
- Duration22h 15m
- Departs6 times a week
- Typical cost€120($120)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Parma and Cefalù
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Parma to Cefalù by train, plane, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €80 ($80) and will take around 19h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €130 ($130).
The distance between Parma and Cefalù is around 919km (571 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 813km (505 miles)
It takes around 4h 20m to get from Parma and Cefalù by train and plane.
The quickest way to get from Parma to Cefalù is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 20m and will set you back approx €130 ($130).
The cheapest way to travel between Parma and Cefalù is to take the bus which will typically cost around €80 ($80) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Parma and Cefalù. It typically takes around 18h 10m and departs once daily.
There are no direct train services that runs from Parma to Cefalù. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Messina Centrale. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 18h 10m.
Trenitalia Intercity Night and Trenitalia run train services between Parma and Cefalù. Trains depart once daily and will take around 18h 10m, 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 Parma and Cefalù. It typically takes around 19h 20m and departs 5 times a week.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Parma to Cefalù. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Termini Imerese Gatto Carburanti Gas Station. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 19h 20m.
Autoservizi Salemi Srl run regular bus services between Parma and Cefalù. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 19h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Parma to Cefalù. We recommend that you take the train to Bologna Centrale then fly from Bologna (BLQ) to Palermo (PMO) then take the train to Cefalu. instead which will take 4h 20m.
The closest major airport to Cefalù is Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO) (PMO) which is approximately 82km (51 miles) from Cefalù. Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) (CTA) 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 Parma to Cefalù. We recommend that you take the train to Bologna Centrale then fly from Bologna (BLQ) to Palermo (PMO) then take the train to Cefalu. instead which will take 4h 20m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Parma to Cefalù is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 4h 20m and will usually cost around €130 ($130).
Compare travel optionsbetween Parma and Cefalù
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 4 similar | 4h 20m | €130($130) | every 3 hours | 919km (571 miles) |
| Train to Bologna Centrale, plane | 5h 25m | €190($190) | every 4 hours | 1,142km (710 miles) |
| Train to Bologna Centrale, plane | 6hrs | €135($135) | every 4 hours | 1,186km (737 miles) |
| Train to Bologna Centrale, plane | 6h 10m | €95($95) | every 3 hours | 1,018km (632 miles) |
| Train, Plane and Bus | 5h 25m | €130($130) | every 20 mins | 1,027km (638 miles) |
Train | 18h 10m | €130($130) | once daily | 1,376km (855 miles) |
Bus | 19h 20m | €80($80) | 5 times a week | 1,430km (889 miles) |
Train and Ferry | 10h 45m | €100($100) | every 4 hours | 1,241km (771 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 22h 15m | €120($120) | 6 times a week | 954km (593 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Parma and Cefalù
Bus companies
Autoservizi Salemi Srl
Train operators
Ferry operators
Blu Jet
Grimaldi Lines
Airports near Cefalù
The following major airports near Cefalù offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.
Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO)
- Distance
- 82km (51 miles) from Cefalù
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
- Distance
- 111km (69 miles) from Cefalù
Comiso Airport (CIY)
- Distance
- 126km (79 miles) from Cefalù