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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Bergamo to Palermo. Traveling by bus from Bergamo to Palermo usually takes around 27 hours and 41 minutes, but the fastest Itabus bus can make the trip in 24 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 557 mi (896 km) |
| Shortest duration | 24h 20m |
| Cheapest price | €33.63 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Bergamo to Palermo?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Bergamo to Palermo that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 3 trips from Bergamo to Palermo, and usually makes the trip in about 28 hours and 15 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Itabus is an Italian bus company servicing the whole peninsula, including major tourist hotspots like Rome, Trieste, and Catania. The company has both single and double-decker buses with clean, comfortable seats, complimentary WiFi, power outlets, restrooms, and air conditioning. Upgrade to a premium ticket for even larger seats and extendable armchairs.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 27 hours and 41 minutes to cover the 896 kilometers from Bergamo to Palermo. However, the fastest bus only takes 24 hours and 20 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Bergamo to Palermo for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 07:00 and the last bus leaves at 09:00. To see the times for all buses from Bergamo to Palermo, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Bergamo?
Main departure station: Orio al Serio International Airport
Buses to Palermo leave from 3 stations in Bergamo.
All bus stations in Bergamo:
Orio al Serio International Airport
Bus Station
Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Palermo?
Main arrival station: Via Tommaso Fazello - Autostazione
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Palermo.
Bus stations in Palermo:
Via Tommaso Fazello - Autostazione
Palermo Central Railway Station
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