What is the cheapest way to get from Palermo to Syracuse?

The cheapest way to get from Palermo to Syracuse is to bus via Galilei Giotto which costs €16 - €27 and takes 5h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palermo to Syracuse?

The fastest way to get from Palermo to Syracuse is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Palermo and Syracuse?

No, there is no direct bus from Palermo to Syracuse. However, there are services departing from Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello and arriving at Siracusa - Von Platen via Catania Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Palermo and Syracuse?

No, there is no direct train from Palermo to Syracuse. However, there are services departing from Palermo Centrale and arriving at Siracusa via Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Palermo to Syracuse?

The distance between Palermo and Syracuse is 269 km. The road distance is 259.6 km.

How do I travel from Palermo to Syracuse without a car?

The best way to get from Palermo to Syracuse without a car is to bus which takes 3h 56m and costs €15 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Palermo to Syracuse?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Palermo to Syracuse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palermo to Syracuse bus from?

Palermo to Syracuse bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, depart from Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello station.

Where do I catch the Palermo to Syracuse train from?

Palermo to Syracuse train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Palermo Centrale station.

Train or bus from Palermo to Syracuse?

The best way to get from Palermo to Syracuse is to bus which takes 3h 56m and costs €15 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Palermo to Syracuse bus arrive?

Palermo to Syracuse bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, arrive at Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure Terminal station.

Where does the Palermo to Syracuse train arrive?

Palermo to Syracuse train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossa station.

Can I drive from Palermo to Syracuse?

Yes, the driving distance between Palermo to Syracuse is 260 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Palermo to Syracuse.

How do I get a train ticket from Palermo to Syracuse?

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There are 5 ways to get from Palermo to Syracuse by bus, train (Trenitalia), car, or plane

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1. Take the bus from Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello to Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure Terminalbus Sais Autolinee AGGIUNTA45 / ...
2. Take the bus from Catania Airport to Siracusa - Von Platenbus Catania
3h 56m
€16–38
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Palermo Centrale to Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossatrain 5506 / ...
2. Take the train from Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossa to Siracusatrain Re / ...
4h 23m
€38–63
Drive 259.6 km
1. Drive from Palermo to Syracusecar 259.6 km
3h 2m
€41–59
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)plane PMO - CTA
2. Take the bus from Catania Airport to Siracusa - v.le Scala Grecabus
5h 26m
€58–174
Bus via Galilei Giotto
1. Take the bus from Palermo Oreto Orsi to Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure Terminalbus Sais Autolinee AGGIUNTA43 / ...
2. Take the bus from Catania Airport to Siracusa - Von Platenbus Catania
5h 27m
€16–26

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Distance: 268.6 km
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Palermo, Italy and Syracuse, Italy?

You can take a bus from Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello to Siracusa - Von Platen via Catania Airport in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Palermo Centrale to Siracusa via Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossa in around 4h 23m.

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How to get fromPalermo to Syracuseby bus, train (Trenitalia), car, or plane

There are 5 ways to get from Palermo to Syracuse by bus, train (Trenitalia), car, or plane

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Train (Trenitalia)

Drive 259.6 km

Fly, bus

Bus via Galilei Giotto