Travelling from Florence to Palermo by train

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

The fastest trains from Florence to Palermo take around 11 hours and 57 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 653 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Florence is scheduled to depart at around  00:40. The last departure is usually at around 23:07 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Florence at around 00:40, with the last train leaving at around 23:18. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 25 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 16 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$103.20.

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 Florence to Palermo?

The journey between Florence and Palermo usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Florence to Palermo every weekday 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 at least one departure.

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

The Florence to Palermo train travel takes about 11 hours and 57 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Florence to Palermo train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Palermo leaving Florence at around 00:40 and the last train leaving at around 23:07 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Florence at around 00:40, with the final departure at 23:18.