The average train between Genoa and Palermo takes 21h 6m and the fastest train takes 17h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Genoa to Palermo. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Genoa and Palermo. The earliest departure is at 5:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Genoa is at 6:42 PM which arrives into Palermo at 7:04 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 21h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Genoa to Palermo. However, there are services departing from Genoa station and arriving at Palermo station via Roma Termini. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 6m.
Genoa to Palermo train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Genova Brignole station.
Genoa to Palermo train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Palermo Centrale station.
Book your Genoa to Palermo train tickets online with Trenitalia Frecce and Trenitalia Intercity.
The distance between Genoa and Palermo is 787.9 km. The road distance is 1,355 km.
You can take a train from Genova Brignole to Palermo Centrale via Roma Termini in around 17h 21m.
