Airport Bus Palermo
IATA Code: PMO
ICAO Code: LICJ
Number of passengers: ~ 7 million
Falcone-Borsellino Airport, simply known as Palermo Airport (or under the old name of Punta Raisi Airport) is situated 35 km northwest of Palermo, the capital of Sicily.
It is one of the busiest airports in southern Italy operating many domestic and international flights. In 2019 it surpassed 7 million passengers.
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How to get from Palermo Airport to Palermo
For travelling to and from the airport in Palermo, you can use the following transport options:
Airport Shuttle
The Prestia e Comande bus operates on daily basis on the route between the Central Station / Politeama (Piazza Castelnuovo) and the airport.
- The journey takes 40 – 55 minutes, depending on where your exit station is (Piazza Castelnuovo or the Central Station).
- The ticket costs 6€ for a one-way ticket and 10€ for a return ticket.
- The first bus departs from the airport at 05:00, while the first bus leaves Palermo at 04:00. Buses depart every 30 minutes.
NOTE: There are also less frequent lines from the airport to Agrigento, Trapani and Sciacca/Ribera (check the schedule upon your arrival).
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Train
The Trinacria Express serves the line between the Palermo airport and the main railway station.
- The travel time is approximately 60 minutes.
- The train departs twice an hour both towards Palermo and Palermo Airport (the last train departs at 10:00 p.m.).
- A single ticket costs 5,80 €.
NOTE: If you’re heading north of the city center, it is advised to get off at Palermo Notarbartolo (journey time is 45 minutes).
Taxi
Taxis are not an advisable means of transport, since there is a high probability you will get overcharged, paying at least 50,00 € for a one-way ride (it can cost even more after 08:00 p.m.).
However, if you absolutely have no other option, try and negotiate the price with the driver prior to entering the car, never en route or after the drive. You will find many taxis waiting for you in the Arrivals area.
One of the most reliable taxi companies there is Radio Taxi Trinacria and you can even book them online.
Transfers
Another way to travel to Palermo is with a private, door-to-door transfer from Palermo Airport to your accommodation in the city.
To explore transfers to the most popular destinations, visit Palermo Airport taxi & transfer page.
You can also pre-book a transfer to almost any city in Italy from Airport Palermo that you would like to visit for a hassle-free experience.
You will find a list of the most popular transfer routes from Palermo Airport below where you can pre-book your private transfer and pay on arrival.
- NOTE: The prices displayed in the table above are per person (Minibus for up to 8 Passengers) and NOT per vehicle.
Rent-a-car
For those who prefer exploring the area on their own, there are several car rental companies like Sixt or Europcar offering their services directly at the airport.
To avoid being left without a car, book them online.
How to get from Palermo Airport to Trapani
The Segesta Autolinee company operates the connection Palermo Airport – Trapani, from where you can also visit the gorgeous island of Pantelleria, Favignana and Levanzo, or Erice, a small but significant village.
- During July and August, the line runs four times a day (in the rest of the year there are two rides per day).
- The stop at the airport is outside the exit and on the right.
- The stops in Trapani are: Via Fardella, Via Marsala, Via Mazzini and Via Ammiraglio Staiti
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Airlines at Palermo Airport
Arrivals and departures from this Sicilian airport are both domestic and international flights. Some of them are seasonal.
Some of the most popular flights are those to Milan-Malpensa, Rome-Fiumicino, London and Amsterdam.
The airlines with the most frequent flights are Jet Blue, Delta Air Lines and American Airlines.
Amenities and services
The airport provides for its passengers a range of services and amenities some of which are listed below.
- Unlimited WiFi
- ATMs
- Baggage storage
- Pharmacy
- Currency exchange
- First Aid Facility
- Lost&found
- Car Parking
Accommodation near Palermo Airport
Palermo Airport FAQs
No, there are bus and train lines throughout the day, but in case you miss all of them, take a taxi but be careful and negotiate the price before the drive, since the Palermo taxists are well-known for overcharging.
Yes, you can book a room in Villa Modus Vivendi only 0.9 km away from the airport, in Casa Fondo Orsa on the distance of 1.5 km from the airport. They offer full service, Wi-Fi and 24-hour-open desk.
Yes, of course. The best way to do so is to take one of the buses which take you directly from the airport to the city centre and are the most convenient way of transportation.
Unfortunately there is no luggage storage at the airport, but you can leave your stuff at the Central Station.
There are less frequent lines from the airport to Agrigento, Trapani and Sciacca/Ribera directly from the airport, but all other destinations include going first to Palermo Central Station and there taking the bus or train which will get you to your destination.
You can visit Cefalu, Taormina, Catania and many other beautiful Sicilian places.
Yes, there are several exchange offices and ATMs at the airport, working 24/7, but it would be better to exchange the money before the trip and have some euros on you since the rate will be a lot higher on the spot and no currency other than euro is accepted.
When taking the bus from Palermo Airport, is there room for our luggage.
Yes the buses from the airport has enough space for luggage!
Is the bus wheelchair accessible?
Dear Graham,
Unfortunately, the bus is not wheelchair accessible but train from Palermo Airport to Palermo (Trinacaria Express) has access for physically disabled passengers.
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
Hello! How to arrive from Palermo Airport to San vito lo capo after 21.40 pm?
Hi Serghei,
Unfortunately, there is no direct bus line from Palermo airport to San Vito lo Capo. What you can do is taking the bus from the airport to Trapani and then you can board another bus to San Vito. However, since you are arriving late at the airport, maybe booking a transfer wouldn’t be a bad idea to consider!
Best regards,
Kristina
Where can I buy a ticket for the airport bus laving from the city centre?
Dear Monica,
You can buy the bus ticket directly from the bus driver or via web/mobile app Prestia e Comandè.
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
Good evening
A question please! On the bus from the airport ito Palermo at which stop do I get off for Via Mariano Stabile, La Terrazza Palace?
Thank you!
Costantino
Dear Constantino,
The best option would be to exit at last stop, Piazza Castelnuovo/Teatro Politeama. From there you have only 5 minute walk to your accommodation. Or you can transfer to bus 124 at Teatro Politeama and exit at
Stabile – Piazzale Ungheria.
Best regards,
Melani, GBB Team
How do I get from Palermo airport to train for San Stefano de Camastra? Is it right near airport or do I need transportation from airport to train?
Dear Tom,
There is no direct line from Palermo Airport so You will need to take a shuttle bus to the train station first.
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
Can I purchase the ticket on board the airport bus, or do I need to purchase it prior and get it validated like the normal bus?
Dear Li,
You can either buy the ticket on web-app of Prestia e Comandè and it will cost €6 or on board for €6,30.
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
Hi I am traveling to cefalu in September, I am flying to Palermo airport. What bus do I take from Airport to Palermo train station and are trains frequent?? And can you tell me the cost for bus & train. Kind regards Fiona.
Dear Fiona,
The shuttle bus we have mentioned in the article above connects Palermo Airport with Palermo Central Train Station (Stazione Centrale).
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
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Dear Katalin,
You can check departures from the train station under the paragraph “Shuttle bus” in the post above. The price of the ticket is €6 and €4 for children 3-12 years.
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
I will be arriving at Palermo airport approximately 7:30 p.m. on Sunday 9 Sept and am going to Hotel Principe di Villafranca – address is via Giuseppina Turnsi Colonna 4. Would you tell me which is the nearest bus stop to the hotel to get off? Thank you.
Dear Virginia,
I suggest taking a shuttle bus to Stazione Centrale in Palermo and from there get on bus 101 and exit at Liberta’ – Archimede bus stop (5min from the hotel).
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
Hi there,
I am travelling from the airport to the Hotel Columbia in Via Del Celso 31, Palermo PA 90134 on the night of August 30th,
Can anybody please tell me where I find the bus at the airport and which is the nearest stop to my hotel.
Many thanks, in anticipation.
Dear Colin,
As You can see in the article, shuttle bus runs from Palermo Airport to Politeama Station. Once You get there, take bus line 101 or 102 to Roma – Vucciria bus stop. From there You have 6 more minutes by foot to Your accommodation. Hope I helped!
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
Where does the bus depart from PMO and where would we get off to get to Hotel Grand Wagner.
Thank you
Dear Dan,
The best way to get there is to take shuttle bus to Stazione Centrale and then bus 101, 102 or 124 to Cavour bus stop.
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
I am going to pick the buss on 18 of September from airport but I need to be drop off at Via Bari Castellammare Vucciria Palermo 901333 I have tried different means of transport but is not coming up this address what do I do
Dear Luisa,
The best way is to take shuttle bus from the airport and exit at Roma-Vucciria stop. It is located a few minute walk from Via Bari.
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
I am going from Palermo Airport to Hotel Garibaldi. Once I arrive at the station can I walk or take a bus?
Dear Annie,
You don’t need to go to the station, just exit two stops before the station, at Politeama-Amari bus stop, it’s located 2 min walk from the hotel.
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
Hi we are staying on via bottai, near piazza marina. Can we get the bus from the airport and if so where do we get on/off?
Dear Jen,
Take shuttle bus from Palermo Airport and get off at Roma-Vucciria bus stop. From there You have 5 min walk to Via Botteri or You can switch to bus line 103 and exit two stops after.
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
Hi we are staying at Duca di Villana hotel. Where do we get on and off the airport bus. Thanks
Dear Dave,
The best option is to take shuttle bus from Palermo Airport and exit at Via Roma n.265 (Vucciria) stop. It’s only two-minute walk from Your accommodation.
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
What bus do I need to take from the airport to arrive in Marsala ?
Dear Kate,
There is no direct bus from Palermo Airport to Marsala. The only way to reach Marsala by public transport is to go first to Palermo and then by train to Marsala.
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
Hi,
Do we need to print our shuttle bus tickets after we buy them online?
Thanks
Tristram
Dear Tristam,
Once bought, you get your ticket on email in PDF format. You can either print it or show it on your smarthphone/tablet to the driver.
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
Hi,
We are arriving in Palermo Airport at 8:10 p.m. If the plane arrives on time, can we get on the airport bus leaving at 9:00 p.m? I will buy the bus ticket online.
Thanks in advance.
Dear Hiro,
That should be no problem, You have plenty of time to catch the bus.
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
Hello Melani,
My wife and I arrive in Palermo @ 17:00 on May 22, 2019. We are staying at Due Passi Suite
Via Principe Di Granatelli n 86. Can you please direct us on where to get off the bus.
Thank You, Bob
Dear Bob,
You should get off the bus at the last bus stop from the airport. The bus stop is called Politeama (Piazza Castelnuovo). From there you have additional three-minute walk to your accommodation.
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
At the airport where do I catch the shuttle bus into Palermo
Dear Janet,
Once you exit the terminal, on the right side is located a bus stop for shuttle bus.
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
What is the maximum time between bus trips if I buy a return ticket
Dear Rob,
It doesn’t matter, return ticket has “open” return so you can use it whenever you want.
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
Hi
What is the best way to go to Birgi Vecchi from Palermo airport on wednesday 17 October I arrive at 1125
Thank you
Derek
Dear Derek,
The best way is to take a train from Stazione Centrale in Palermo to Mozia-Birgi train station.
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
Hello Melani, im coming to Palermo next month with 2 friends and we are planning to stay at one appartment at Via Maqueda, Castellammare Vucciria. So is there a stop near there?? Thank you very much!
Hi,
the closest stop to your desired destination is Vucciria, for both shuttle bus and train.
Best regards,
Maja, GBB Team
Hi!
I have to take the bus from via roma on sunday morning to Palermo airport. Is the schedule valid for sundays as well?
Thank you!
Dear Kersti,
the same schedule is valid for Sundays as well, but if you want to be sure, you can search for your exact date of departure on their official website HERE.
Best regards,
Maja, GBB Team
Hello
We wish to travel by the airport bus to the Artemisia Palace Hotel in Via Roma 499, Palermo.
Can you advise me of the best way to get to the hotel.
Thank you.
Simon Brown
Dear Simon,
The last stop of shuttle bus from Palermo Airport is Piazza Castelnuovo which is only 5 minutes by foot from your accommodation.
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
I am staying Vicolo della Rosa Bianca 4
Palermo, Sicilia 90133 and taking the bus from the airport.
Do I get off at the central station or Piazza Castelnuovo?
and then is there a bus to my street?
many thanks!
Esther
Dear Esther,
You can exit at Roma Vucciria bus stop, it is the closest to your accommodation.
Best regards!
Melani, GBB Team
hi, how can i go from airport palermo to astoria palace hotel in palermo? is there shuttle bus? if it is a shuttle bus, what is the name of station where we go out from shuttle bus, and whats number of another bus which goes to astroia palace hotel? thnaks
Dear Emina,
First you need to take shuttle bus from Palermo Airport to Stazione Centrale (main train station). It is the last stop of the shuttle bus. Then you need to transfer to local bus 107 and exit at Montepellegrino – Loria bus stop. It’s the closest bus stop to your accommodation.
Best regards,
Melani, GBB Team
Thank you so much Melani!
Best regards from Montenegro!!
One more question dear Melani. Is there any bus after 9pm who goes to Astoria hotel and from Astoria hotel to center. And when is last night bus?
You help me so much and thanks so much.
Dear Emina,
The same bus line (107) operates in the opposite direction as well (to city centre). The last departure is at 22:00.
Best regards,
Melani, GBB Team
Dear Emina,
Dear Emina,
I am staying at the Europa Hotel, Via Agrigento 3. Ruggero Settimo, 90141, Palermo and taking the bus from the airport.
Can you tell me were is the last bus stop near my hotel?
Frans
I am staying at Ad Hoc Rooms, via Discesa dei Giudici, 15, La Kalsa. If I take the bus from the airport which stop should I exit the bus nearest my hotel?
Dear Pamela,
You should exit in Via Roma, it’s the closest to your accommodation.
Best regards,
Melani GBB Team
Taking the airport bus from Palermo airport in which bus stop
Get down in order to go in hotel Joli????
Thanks a lot Anna
Dear Anna,
It would be best for you to exit in Via Roma as it is the closest to your accommodation.
Best regards,
Melani GBB Team
The application you mentioned ‘prestia e comande’, does it come in english as well?
I have downloaded it but it is in Italian.
Thank you in advance
Dear Shi,
I think there’s no English version, but you can also buy their bus tickets via our website Getbybus.com.
Best regards,
Melani GBB Team
Taking the bus from Palermo Airport to my Hotel Posta a Via Antonio Gagini, 77 in Palermo, which bus stop should I get off at?
Thank you
Dear Ron,
I suggest you exit at Roma-Vucciria bus stop and then transfer to bus line 101,102 or 124 and exit at Roma-Poste stop.
Best regards,
Melani GBB Team
I will be arriving to Palermo Airport on September 11,2019. I will be staying near 172 Via Marqueda what stop should I get off. Thanks.
Dear Edward,
The closest bus stop to your accommodation is Roma Vucciria (from Palermo Airport). It takes only 5 minutes by foot.
Best regards
Melani GBB Team
We booked bus back at 4 am can we catch th 5 am instead we have return tickets
Dear Roy,
You should contact directly the bus carrier, in this case Prestia e Comande as they will know the right answer regarding the change of departure time.
Best regards
Melani GBB Team
My wife and me are arriving at Palermo Aiport on saturday the 16th, about 15 hours. Our hotel is by Teatro Massimo. At which¡ bus stop must we go down. Any advice?
Dear Armand,
I suggest you take shuttle bus to Stazione Centrale (Politeama) and from there take buses 101, 102 or 104 and exit at V. Ruggero Settimo. From there you have additional 5 min walk to your hotel.
Best regards
Melani GBB Team
What stop do I need to get off at for the Hotel Ambasciatori, and whereabouts at the airport do I get the bus from? Thank you, Grahame.
Dear Grahame,
You should exit at Roma Vucciria bus stop, from there you have another 5 min walk to your hotel.
Best regards,
Melani GBB Team
We are staying at mondello palace hotel, which bus stop should we get off or should we get off at palmero central station?
Dear Gemma,
First you need to take shuttle bus from Palermo Airport to Palermo Centrale. Then take bus line 101 to Politeama – Turati (9 stops from Palermo Centrale) and then transfer to bus line 806 (23 stops) and exit at Regina Elena – Stabilimento. From that stop you have additional 3 minute walk to your hotel.
Best regards,
Melani GBB Team
We are arriving at the Palermo Airport on a Monday and would like to take the bus to our Hotel, the Mercure Palermo Centro. Could you please tell me where to catch the gbb when leaving the airport and where to get off for the Mercure Hotel listed above? We will be returning to the airport on Friday of the same week, is it possible to purchase a return ticket when first leaving the airport or do we need to purchase single tickets for each trip since there are four days in between? Thank you very much in advance for your assistance.
Dear Cathy,
There’s no direct bus to your hotel but what you can do is to take shuttle bus to Piazza Castelnuovo (main train station) https://getbybus.com/en/bus-palermo-airport-to-palermo and once you get there, transfer to bus line 103 or 134 at bus stop Paternostro – Villafranca (2 min from Piazza Castelnuovo) and exit at Cavour – Prefettura.
Best regards
Melani GBB Team
Hi
What bus stop should we get off for Tiatro Massimo please?
Dear Sheila,
You should get off at Politeama (Via E.Amari) and then take bus 101, 102 or 104 to Teatro Massimo (2 stops) or walk for 7 minutes.
Best regards
Melani GBB Team
Hi
We are staying at 261 Via Vittorio Emanuele, Castellammare Vucciria, Palermo, 90133, Italy and could you advise what bus we would need to get to the apartment please?
Thanks
Hayley
Dear Hayley,
You should get off at Roma Vucciria bus stop.
Best regards
Melani GBB Team
where is the best stop to get off if I want to go to Villa di Nera
Dear Miklos,
The shuttle bus from Palermo Airport doesn’t stop near Villa di Nera. You should get off at the last stop, Politeama, then walk another 800m up north in Via della Liberta’and get on bus line 731 at bus stop Croci. You then have 16 stops until you reach Papa Sergio – Lavitrano where you should get off.
Best regards
Melani GBB Team
Hi we are staying in an apartment on Via Archimede /Via Della Liberia. What bus stop from the airport should we get off the bus?
Dear Marcus,
You should take shuttle bus and get off at Politeama bus stop, catch bus line 106 (Stadio) and then get off at Isidoro Carini bus stop.
Best regards
Melani GBB Team
Hi Melanie
Please support me, I arrive at Palermo airport at 23 30 hours
What better way to go to Palermo by central, shuttle or train?
Thank you very much for your reply.
Dear Petr,
I suggest taking shuttle bus from Palermo Airport, the next departure after your arrival is at 00:00 and at 00:30.
Best regards
Melani GBB Team
We are staying at the Porta Felice Hotel in Palermo. After arriving at the Palermo Airport, what bus stop should we get off for this hotel? How long would the walk be from the bus stop to the hotel?
Thank you
Dear Jo Ann,
First you need to reach Palermo Centrale Railway Station by shuttle bus and then continue with local bus line 107 or 224 to Lincoln – Villa Giulia and get off there. From that stop you have additional 7min walk to your accommodation.
Best regards,
Melani GBB Team
Hi Melani, we are staying in a villa at the end of Mondello beach (closer to Palermo). Which bus stop from the airport we should get off the bus?
Thank you!
Dear Valeria,
First get on shuttle bus from the airport and get off at Politeama bus stop. From there you can catch bus line 806D to Mondello Beach (the last stop is Teti, at the end of the beach).
Best regards,
Melani GBB Team
Can anyone recommend the best stop for Via Mariano Stabile, Palermo, 90139, we will be walking with a case.
Thank you
Dear Kerry,
First you need to get to Palermo Centrale railway station and then walk to Stazione Centrale – Giulio Cesare bus stop to catch bus line 101 to Roma – Stabile, the closest bus stop for Via Mariano Stabile.
Best regards,
Melani GBB Team
We have a 6:00 AM flight out of Palermo on a Sunday. We are staying in Palermo, if we take the 4:00 AM bus to the airport will that give us enough time to get checked in and to our gate?
Dear Brian,
I think that should be enough time to get checked in at the airport. Expected arrival with shuttle bus should be around 04:45.
Best regards,
Melani GBB Team
What is the best way to get from the airport to Via Stabile Mariano 112, Palermo, PAMercure Hotel Palermo Centro. When we get off the bus how far to walk? Cost?
Thanks.
Dear Judith,
Take shuttle bus from Palermo Airport (timetable and ticket price provided in the blog post) and get off at Teatro Politeama bus stop. From there you have additional 6-min walk to your accommodation.
Best regards,
Melani GBB Team
Best way to get from airport to Hotel Politeama and back?
Thank you
Dear Anthony,
you can choose between an airport shuttle bus and a train, as they both take you to the central station/Polietama.
You can buy a bus ticket directly on the link.
Your hotel is located a short walk from the station.
Best regards,
Maja GBB Team
Hi, Thanks for sharing information article!!!
Dear Melani
Good morning.
We will be arriving at Palermo airport approximately 21:30 p.m. from Manchester (UK) on Friday 922 of April 2022. and would like to take the bus to our Hotel.
We are going to stay at: Palermo Inn Suite
3 Via Tommaso lo Cascio piano 1°, scala A , interno 4, 90142 Palermo, Italy –
Would you please tell me which is the nearest bus stop to the hotel (listed above) to get off? Also what time last bust leave airport as well (Please)?
We will be returning to the airport on Monday 25th. April 2022, is it possible to purchase a return ticket when first leaving the airport or do we need to purchase single tickets for each trip?
Thank you very much in advance for your assistance.
With Kind Regards
David
Hi David,
the last departure of the shuttle bus is at 11:30 pm, check out all the departures here, just pick the desired date.
However, the shuttle bus doesn’t stop that close to your destination in the city, so you can take a shuttle all the way to Via Tommaso Fazello (the last stop).
Once there, we suggest you change to a bus no. 107 which takes you to Ucciardone bus station, the closest one to your destination.
Also, on the link above, you can immediately purchase return tickets.
Best,
GBB Team
Hi
Good afternoon.
May I ask you how/which airport bus number can we take to Ibis Styles Palermo President, Via Francesco Crispi 230, 90139 Palermo, Italy.
Would you please tell me which is the nearest bus stop to the hotel (listed above) to get off? Also what time last bus leave airport as well (Please)?
Kind Regards
Dave
Hi David,
If you choose to travel by train, then the closest bus station to your hotel will be Palermo Lolli, about 15 minutes on foot to your accommodation.
If you decide to travel by bus, you will first need to change to a bus no. 101 at Palermo – Via Liberta Don Bosco and then continue to Polietama, about 10 minutes on foot to your accommodation.
Best,
GBB Team
Thank you Maja
One more question (please):
Is it possible to take Airport Bus then get off at Piazza Castelnuovo then walk to hotel.
Is it possible? If so, how far is walking to Ibis Styles Palermo President hotel, Via Francesco Crispi 230, 90139 Palermo, Italy.
Appreciated your reply.
Kind Regards
Dave
Hi David,
the airport bus makes a stop at Via Fazello station, however, you can switch to bus no. 101 to get to Polieama – Turati station, which is 5 minutes from your hotel on foot.
This might be the most convenient option if using a shuttle bus.
Best,
GBB Team