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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Parma to Palermo. Traveling by bus from Parma to Palermo usually takes around 22 hours and 17 minutes, but the fastest Autoservizi Salemi bus can make the trip in 19 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 488 mi (785 km) |
| Shortest duration | 19h 15m |
| Cheapest price | €19.81 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 3 |
What bus companies travel from Parma to Palermo?
There are 3 bus lines from Parma to Palermo available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. FlixBus offers the most choice in regards to departure times, with a couple of different times on its daily bus schedule.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autoservizi Salemi | 1 | 19h 15m | €77.91 |
| FlixBus | 2 | 23h 17m | €60.84 |
| Itabus | 1 | 21h 7m | €59.07 |
Autoservizi Salemi is an Italian bus company that travels the length of the Italian peninsula daily. Some notable routes include stops in Milan, Florence, Bologna, Marsala, and Palermo. Their modern buses have excellent amenities including air conditioning, power outlets, restrooms, WiFi, and snacks and drinks for sale.
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 2 trips from Parma to Palermo, and usually makes the trip in about 23 hours and 17 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 22 hours and 17 minutes to cover the 785 kilometers from Parma to Palermo. However, the fastest bus only takes 19 hours and 15 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.
"Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Palermo. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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 10:00 and the last bus leaves at 17:00. To see the times for all buses from Parma to Palermo, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Parma?
Main departure station: Via Villa Sant'Agelo
Buses to Palermo leave from 3 stations in Parma.
All bus stations in Parma:
Via Villa Sant'Agelo
Bus Station
Via Villa Sant'Agelo
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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