Milan to Palermo trains from $72.90

Milan to Palermo trains from $72.90

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Milan to Palermo Train Prices and Times

Planning to travel from Milan to Palermo? Trip.com offers Trenitalia and Italo tickets starting at $72.90, with the average cost for this route around $143.73. To secure the best prices, consider using split tickets.
  • Sun, Jan 19
    From $86.37
  • Mon, Jan 20
    From $86.37
  • Tue, Jan 21
    From $86.37
  • Wed, Jan 22
    From $86.37
  • Thu, Jan 23
    From $86.37
  • Fri, Jan 24
    From $86.37
  • Sat, Jan 25
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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18:00
Milan Central
09:22+1
Palermo Central
15h 22m, Changes requiredTrenitalia
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19:35
Milan Central
11:57+1
Palermo Central
16h 22m, Changes requiredTrenitalia
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20:10
Milan Central
17:12+1
Paris
21h 2m, DirectTrenitalia
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Milan to Palermo Train Route Details

Train tickets from Milan to Palermo start at just $72.90. The journey covers approximately 552 miles and takes around 13h 40m. There are typically 5 trains daily operated by Trenitalia. For detailed planning, consult our train route table.

First train
First train
08:30
Last train
Last train
20:10
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
13h 40m
Distance
Distance
552 miles
Price
Price
From $72.90
Train operators
Train operators

Milan to Palermo high-speed train ticket offers

Trenitalia provides special discounts on Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, Frecciabianca, Intercity, and Intercity Notte trains, offering unique benefits on a variety of routes. Offers are available for a limited time and depend on train routes, times, and conditions.
Milan to Palermo high-speed train ticket offers

Families and group offers

Trenitalia offers various ticket deals for families, friends, and groups, especially those with young children. Use the FrecciaFAMILY offer for kids under 15 to travel free and adults to get 50% off on Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, and Frecciabianca trains. With the Bimbi Gratis offer, children under 15 travel free and adults get 40% off on Intercity trains. The Insieme offer provides up to 60% off for groups of 3 to 5 on Frecciabianca, Intercity, and Intercity Notte trains. The Family Night offer gives groups of 2 to 5 a 50% discount for adults and 30%-50% off for children under 15 on Intercity Notte trains.

Two people offers

If two people are traveling, use the Freccia 2x1 offer to travel for the price of one on Frecciarossa and Frecciargento trains! Or, save up to 50% with the Me&You offer on Intercity, Intercity Notte, and Frecciabianca trains!

FrecciaDAYS: save up to 60%

Take advantage of the FrecciaDAYS offer and enjoy up to 60% off on Frecciarossa and Frecciargento trains on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. This offer is available in 1st, 2nd, Business, Premium, and Standard classes, with a minimum price of €7.90. While the tickets are non-changeable and non-refundable, unlimited name changes are allowed before departure. This offer cannot be combined with other discounts, except for child discounts.

FrecciaSENIOR and Senior Offer

If you're a CartaFRECCIA member aged 60 or over, take advantage of the FrecciaSENIOR offer for Frecciarossa and Frecciargento travel from €29, and the Senior Offer for up to 50% off Intercity, Intercity Notte, and Frecciabianca travel.

Trenitalia Super Economy fare

Trenitalia's Super Economy tickets are the most affordable option, designed for travellers who prioritise cost savings over flexibility. These deeply discounted tickets are ideal for those with fixed travel plans and who are confident their schedule will not change. Super Economy tickets are non-changeable and non-refundable. Due to their popularity and limited availability, it is advisable to book as early as possible to secure the best rates.

Onboard services for Milan to Palermo trains

  • Frecciarossa

  • Italo

Trenitalia's Frecciarossa trains provide four distinct classes: Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive. Moreover, Trenitalia's Frecciargento, Frecciabianca, and Intercity trains provide both 1st and 2nd class options.

First Class features large leather armchairs, reclining tables, reading lights, generous legroom, complimentary snacks and drinks, free newspapers, and other standard amenities. Second Class (Standard Class) includes rows of four seats, reclining seats, free WiFi, and individual power outlets.

Italo trains offer various classes to suit different comfort levels and preferences, including Smart, Prima Business, and Club Executive. Discover the best class for your journey with Italo trains.

Travel Information

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  • Frecciarossa Standard

    Frecciarossa Standard

    Frecciarossa Standard Class provides budget-friendly high-speed train travel with seating configured in rows of four. Travelers benefit from complimentary WiFi, power outlets, and a generous luggage area, ensuring a comfortable and convenient journey.

  • Frecciarossa Premium

    Frecciarossa Premium

    Frecciarossa Premium Class ensures a comfortable travel experience with seats arranged in rows of four. Passengers benefit from leather reclining seats on most trains and are treated to complimentary welcome snacks and water, making their journey more enjoyable.

  • Frecciarossa Business

    Frecciarossa Business

    Frecciarossa Business Class is perfect for business travelers, providing enhanced space, comfort, and privacy. Passengers benefit from leather reclining seats with additional room, complimentary welcome food and drinks, and the option of a silent coach for a more peaceful journey.

  • Frecciarossa Executive

    Frecciarossa Executive

    Frecciarossa Executive Class, available only on Frecciarossa 1000 and 500 trains, ensures exceptional comfort and privacy with widely spaced leather reclining armchairs. Passengers enjoy the convenience of Fast Track service and complimentary access to the FrecciaLounge

  • Onboard other Trenitalia trains

    Onboard other Trenitalia trains

    Intercity trains provide comfortable seating, air conditioning, power outlets, and dedicated areas for luggage and bikes. Intercity Notte meets diverse needs with Basic Seats, Comfort Couchettes, Deluxe Sleeping Cabins, and Excelsior Cabins. Regional trains feature essential amenities like air conditioning and designated luggage space.

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  • Italo Smart Class

    Italo Smart Class

    Italo Smart Class offers affordable comfort with reclining leather seats, footrests, side tables, free Wi-Fi, individual power sockets, luggage space, and vending machines for snacks and drinks.

  • Italo Prima Business Class

    Italo Prima Business Class

    Italo Prima Business Class includes wider reclining Frau leather seats, extra space, free Wi-Fi, individual power sockets, and at-seat welcome snacks and drinks, plus Fast Track entrance.

  • Italo Club Executive Class

    Italo Club Executive Class

    Italo Club Executive Class provides ultimate comfort with spacious armchairs, personal screens, free Wi-Fi, individual power sockets, free access to the Italo Club Lounge, Fast Track entry service, and at-seat dedicated catering.

Milan to Palermo Frecciarossa (Trenitalia) ticket types

Trenitalia offers a range of ticket options to meet various travel needs and preferences, including Base, Economy and Super Economy.

Milan to Palermo Frecciarossa (Trenitalia) ticket types

Base

The Base ticket provides full flexibility, allowing passengers to switch to another train of the same category on the same route up to one hour after the booked departure, with a €10 fee. This ticket includes unlimited changes before departure, one change within one hour after departure, unlimited name changes before departure, and an 80% refund if cancelled before departure

Economy

The Economy fare offers limited flexibility, permitting one date or time change before departure with a price difference and unlimited name changes before departure subject to a fee and availability. However, it is non-refundable and does not allow access to other trains.

Super Economy

The Super Economy fare is the most budget-friendly option, non-refundable, and non-changeable, which permits unlimited name changes before departure, but does not permit access to other trains.

How to buy cheap train tickets in Italy

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Advance tickets are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before you travel and helps save a lot.

  • Consider Regional Trains

    Consider Regional Trains

    In Italy, regional trains are typically more affordable than high-speed trains. You can consider them to save money with a flexible schedule.

  • Split Tickets

    Split Tickets

    Split Tickets offer cheaper train solutions in Italy, saving an average of 25% and up to 85%, while also reducing travel time.

  • Buy Return Tickets

    Buy Return Tickets

    Trenitalia's Base ticket for Frecce and Intercity (except Intercity Night) and Italo's Standard Class (excluding Fridays and Sundays) enjoy 10%–50% discounts on return tickets.

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