The average train between Palermo and Novara takes 20h 7m and the fastest train takes 17h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Palermo to Novara. 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 Palermo and Novara. The earliest departure is at 7:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Palermo is at 10:15 AM which arrives into Novara at 9:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Roma Termini and take an average of 20h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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23h 39m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Palermo to Novara? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Palermo to Novara. However, there are services departing from Palermo station and arriving at Novara station via Roma Termini. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 7m.
Palermo to Novara train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Palermo Centrale station.
Palermo to Novara train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Milano Rogoredo station.
Book your Palermo to Novara train tickets online with Trenitalia Intercity, ItaloTreno and 2 other operators.
The distance between Palermo and Novara is 902 km. The road distance is 1,475 km.
You can take a train from Palermo Centrale to Novara via Roma Termini and Rho-Fiera Milano in around 15h 18m.