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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Ferrara to Palermo. Traveling by bus from Ferrara to Palermo usually takes around 21 hours and 33 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 18 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 473 mi (762 km) |
| Shortest duration | 18h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $64.08 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Ferrara to Palermo?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Ferrara to Palermo that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
Book BigBus from Ferrara to Palermo from $103. Typically there is one BigBus schedule per day from Ferrara to Palermo and you can expect on average to pay for a BigBus ticket to Palermo. In Ferrara, BigBus departs to Palermo from Piazzale della Stazione . In Palermo, BigBus arrives at Palermo Central Railway Station .
An average trip on BigBus from Ferrara to Palermo takes 19 hours and 26 minutes , while the fastest available BigBus trip will get you to Palermo in 18 hours and 55 minutes .
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 1 trips from Ferrara to Palermo, and usually makes the trip in about 22 hours and 28 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 21 hours and 33 minutes to cover the 473 miles from Ferrara to Palermo. However, the fastest bus only takes 18 hours and 55 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Palermo, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Ferrara to Palermo. It leaves the station in Ferrara at 6:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Ferrara?
Main departure station: Piazzale della Stazione
Ferrara has two bus stations with service to Palermo.
All bus stations in Ferrara:
Piazzale della Stazione
Piazzale della Stazione
Where does the bus arrive in Palermo?
Main arrival station: Palermo Central Railway Station
All buses from Ferrara arrive at one main station in Palermo.
All bus stations in Palermo:
Palermo Central Railway Station
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