Travelling from Bari to Palermo by train

Want to know how to get from Bari to Palermo by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Bari to Palermo take around 10 hours and 22 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 450 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Bari is scheduled to depart at around  00:15. The last departure is usually at around 23:50 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Bari at around 05:30, with the last train leaving at around 18:19. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 18 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 23 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$7.40.

We think any time is a great time to visit Palermo, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Palermo.

Is there a direct train from Bari to Palermo?

The journey between Bari and Palermo usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Bari to Palermo?

The Bari to Palermo train travel takes about 10 hours and 22 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bari to Palermo train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Palermo leaving Bari at around 00:15 and the last train leaving at around 23:50 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bari at around 05:30, with the final departure at 18:19.