Travelling from Palermo to Trapani by train

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

The fastest trains from Palermo to Trapani take around 3 hours and 14 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 74 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Palermo is scheduled to depart at around  04:00. The last departure is usually at around 18:30 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Palermo at around 04:30, with the last train leaving at around 18:30. 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 12 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$15.95.

We think any time is a great time to visit Trapani, 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 Trapani.

Is there a direct train from Palermo to Trapani?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Palermo to Trapani 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 Palermo to Trapani?

The Palermo to Trapani train travel takes about 3 hours and 14 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Palermo to Trapani train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Trapani leaving Palermo at around 04:00 and the last train leaving at around 18:30 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Palermo at around 04:30, with the final departure at 18:30.