The cheapest and fastest trains from Taormina to Palermo
Cheapest price
18S$
Average price
21S$
Fastest journey
3 h 57 m
Average duration
4 h 20 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Taormina to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taormina to Palermo will cost around 21S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 18S$.
To travel from Taormina to Palermo you need to make at least one change.
Regionale 12974 · Regionale Veloce 536311:57 AM5h37Taormina-Giardini5:34 PMPalermo Centrale18 S$1One-way1 change
Regionale 5380 · Regionale 53598:48 AM4h49Taormina-Giardini1:37 PMPalermo Centrale18 S$1One-way1 change
Regionale 5386 · Regionale 53694:13 PM3h57Taormina-Giardini8:10 PMPalermo Centrale18 S$1One-way1 change
Regionale 12980 · Regionale 53692:28 PM5h42Taormina-Giardini8:10 PMPalermo Centrale18 S$1One-way1 change
Regionale 5382 · Regionale 536111:03 AM4h25Taormina-Giardini3:28 PMPalermo Centrale18 S$1One-way1 change
Regionale 5386 · Regionale 53694:13 PM3h57Taormina-Giardini8:10 PMPalermo Centrale18 S$1One-way1 change
Regionale 5384+
Intercity 7232:48 PM4h22Taormina-Giardini7:10 PMPalermo Centrale31 S$1One-way1 change
Regionale 12954 · Regionale 53556:32 AM4h24Taormina-Giardini10:56 AMPalermo Centrale18 S$1One-way1 change
Regionale 5382 · Regionale 536111:03 AM4h25Taormina-Giardini3:28 PMPalermo Centrale18 S$1One-way1 change
Intercity 721+
Regionale 5519 · treno 5519 effettuato con bus PA3334:26 PM4h32Taormina-Giardini8:58 PMPalermo Centrale26 S$1One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and ferry for Taormina to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Taormina to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 11S$. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 11S$, and a ferry costs an average of 55S$.
Distance: 172 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry |
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19S$ Average Price | 17S$ Average Price Cheapest | 58S$ Average Price |
4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Taormina to Palermo train times
The table below shows live departures for Taormina to Palermo trains for tomorrow, Friday, 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 12954 · Regionale 5355 | 6:32 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h24 | 10:56 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 5383 · Regionale 5491 · treno 5491 effettuato con bus PA327 | 8:05 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h53 | 12:58 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 5380 · Regionale 5359 | 8:48 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h49 | 1:37 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 5382 · Regionale 5361 | 11:03 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h25 | 3:28 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12974 · Regionale Veloce 5363 | 11:57 AM Taormina-Giardini | 5h37 | 5:34 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 724+ Regionale Veloce 5363 | 12:16 PM Taormina-Giardini | 5h18 | 5:34 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12971 · Regionale 5511 · treno 5511 effettuato con bus PA329 | 12:20 PM Taormina-Giardini | 4h38 | 4:58 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12975 · Regionale 5513 · treno 5513 effettuato con bus PA331 | 2:14 PM Taormina-Giardini | 4h44 | 6:58 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12980 · Regionale 5369 | 2:28 PM Taormina-Giardini | 5h42 | 8:10 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 5384+ Intercity 723 | 2:48 PM Taormina-Giardini | 4h22 | 7:10 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 5386 · Regionale 5369 | 4:13 PM Taormina-Giardini | 3h57 | 8:10 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 721+ Regionale 5519 · treno 5519 effettuato con bus PA333 | 4:26 PM Taormina-Giardini | 4h32 | 8:58 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 5378+ Intercity 729 | 5:58 PM Taormina-Giardini | 5h03 | 11:01 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Taormina to Palermo
Trains from Taormina to Palermo run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 18S$ but you can travel from only 11S$ by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:58, the last at 19:26. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price 18S$ |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 1:58 AM |
Last train 7:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Taormina to Palermo trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Taormina and Palermo from 11S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Taormina to Palermo train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taormina to Palermo by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Palermo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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