Palermo Punta Raisi "Falcone-Borsellino" Airport It's about 30 km from the city. In addition to taxis and buses, did you know there's a direct train connection?

Inside the airport, under the arrivals area, there is a train station where trains depart for Palermo Central Station, passing through several small towns such as Carini, Capaci, and Isola delle Femmine.

The first morning train leaves Punta Raisi at 5:20 AM; the last evening train leaves the airport at 12:25 AM.

You will find three types of trains:  The Express train reaches the city in 34 minutes, the Rapid train in 49 minutes, and a Regional train that, stopping at all stations, reaches Palermo in an hour. The ticket price is €6.80.

Tickets can be purchased online on the website Trenitalia  either at the automatic ticket machines located inside the train stations, or via the Trenitalia mobile app. Palermo on Bike is also an authorized railway ticket office, and you will be able to purchase tickets for your return trip.

The train will guarantee you a comfortable and punctual journey, away from traffic. 

Tips: If you have your apartment/B&B near the cathedral, I recommend getting off at the stop “Palazzo Reale-Orleans”, much closer than the central station and located next to the Palazzo dei Normanni.

 All that's left to do is wish you a safe trip and welcome to Palermo!