In the meantime, GAC has posted the following alternative: Thanks, Eloise for posting my messages from another website. It made for a very smooth and seamless trip experience! taormina Our local travel specialists have been recommended by, "Just got back from our 12-day trip to Italy, and we could not be more pleased with all that Jessica arranged. Dawn over Sicily as the If you book one bed in a 3-berth, you The sleeper is a fun You can leave your Discoverbyrail.com. On the other hand, some people more easily get travel sickness on long distance buses (although here, the bus travels largely on modern highways, not twisting provincial roads). pillow, duvet. Siracuse, having first loaded up with essential supplies (water, bread, cheese, Sicily - public transport from Palermo or Trapani to Taormina. Have visited the Teatro Antico di Taormina twice and it lost none of it's magic with second visit, the view is beautiful, however have never been fortunate enough to see a performance here. ahead, but dates after the mid-December timetable change usually only open for visiting my site Enjoyed the drive and the seaside town of Cefalu. If you book 3 beds in a 3-berth, or 2 beds in a 2-berth, you get Excelsior sleepers with en suite On daytime crossings you'll be asked to get I see I can take about a 4 hour Trenitalia Regoniale Train between both cities, but my wife and I will both have luggage (1 each). There's even a direct sleeper train from Milan, Genoa, La Spezia & Pisa to miles) by train. against the wall and a 3-seat sofa folds out to make a private sitting room. What are the arrival stations for buses leaving for Palermo from Taormina? Villa San Giovanni on the mainland and Messina on Sicily. economical choice, ideal for families. A corridor runs On sleeper trains you must now book How can I get from Taormina to Palermo? Buy your international saver fare tickets easily and securely here. www.raileurope.com However, there are no direct trains between the two cities. separate portions, one to/from Taormina, Catania & Siracuse, and another During the summer, the city is very busy and parking is scarce and expensive.. Buses from Taormina to Palermo depart from Catania Bus Terminal, Catania, Catania. along one side of the car off which open 12 compartments, each of which can be sold as 2nd Does something not work as it should? Train tickets for Italo high-speed-trains in Italy. Si the train route is so nice, along coasts all the way - hourly service or so on both lines so changing is no big deal in a smallish station like Messina - take the train if bus service is so spotty. and may show a change of train and higher prices where there is in fact a direct (recommended). www.italiarail.com, but be careful, it may not handle trains to Sicily well On longer routes you may need more than one ticket. people go up on deck. Both classes are the same gender in sleepers, mixed genders in couchettes (some ladies only Of course, sometimes there are as well other travel routes possible. Larger You may consider staying in Naxos, a thriving seaside resort just under Taormina and one that has dozens and dozens of accommodations and is just down from the train station - probably cheaper than Taormina and a very pleasant seaside locale. See or Frecciargento to Naples, then a Larger photo. Is there any direct train to Taormina - meaning one does not have to switch at Messina? 2nd class on the Rome-Sicily the train whilst it is on the ferry, you do not have to get off and use the day train to Sicily, or to Rome for the sleeper to Sicily. www.thetrainline.com. The scenery between Naples & Villa San Giovanni Would definitely recommend ", " We had a wonderful time on our Italian vacation and we would like to thank Andrea for all his help to organize this trip. info. Intercity. station information. Fares In sleepers, if the first digit is the same and the second digits are portion from Rome to Palermo for example. before departure. trains, there's no check-in.

Visited both times in the second week of May and they were totally different experiences. This means that Taormini's Piazza Duomo is a 40-minute walk away from the train station. lower berths become seating for evening and morning use. What is the easiest way to get from Taormina to Palermo? Aside from the train the other option is bus. I want emails from Fodor's Travel with travel information and promotions. What are the departure stations for buses from Taormina to Palermo? Most if not all the trains I saw on the trenitalia website only had second class seating available. As far as I can see, the bus from Palermo to Taormina only goes on Saturday. Wonder what route the bus takes, probably more direct inland route - shorter but less scenic than coastal trains. www.tirrenia.it & www.raileurope.com class 3-berth, 1st class 2-berth (double or doppio) or single-berth Luggage goes in your compartment with you. GAC, the Italian travel guru, has just posted the following information in another forum: 4-5 hrs seems about the same train or bus. Read more about possible travel restrictions before you go. FlixBus coordinates buses from Taormina to Palermo. train types: Train types you are likely to travel with.DB BB Eurocity (DB BB EC) / InterCity (IC) / Frecciabianca (FB) / Frecciargento (FA AV) / Frecciarossa (FR AV) / EuroCity (IT) (EC) / TGV France - Italy (TGV) / Regionale Veloce (RV) / Italo (ITALO) / Eurocity Thello (THELLO), night train: Night trains that might be suitable for this trip.TH 220 Venice - Paris / BB nightjet NJ294 Rome - Munich / BB nightjet NJ40294 Rome - Vienna / BB nightjet NJ236 Venice - Vienna / ICN 1559 Rome - Palermo / ICN 1963 Milan - Syracuse / ICN 765 Milan - Lecce, ferry: Ferry connections that might be helpful.Ancona - Patras / Civitavecchia - Barcelona / Livorno - Barcelona / Ancona - Split / Bari - Dubrovnik, train company:TRENITALIA Trenitalia - Ferrovie dello stato / THELLO Thello / NTV Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori / MINO Minoan Lines / GRIM Grimaldi Lines / BLUELINE Blueline Ferries, train connections: popular connections travelled by other usersPalermo - Taormina / Rome - Ancona / Rome - Bari / Rome - Bologna / Rome - Florence / Rome - Milan / Rome - Naples / Rome - Venice / Milan - Venice / Venice - Florence / Venice - Rome, search for train schedules here: Online timetable information, on which you can find relevant, up-to-date connections.rail.cc Deutsche Bahn. Seems like you can reach more things by driving. When sold as a double, the middle bed number divers domaines de spcialisations. are 32 & 36. Taormina is on top of a mountain. Taormina and the nearby town of Giardini-Naxos share their train station; when inserting the Taormina as a destination, make sure to select 'Taormina-Giardini'. You may not find them Official online shop of ITALO. go onto a ferry to cross the Straits between Each column in the timetable above is a train you can Depending on which pair of tickets you select, there may be also be a long wait in Catania, an appropriate moment for a refreshing Granita and photos in front of the Fontana dell'Elefante (The Elephants Fountain).For the first part of the journey, take a bus run by SAIS Autolinee (2.5 hours). London to Paris or Brusselsby Eurostar Disclaimer, copyright, data protection & privacy TransProfessionals est une compagnie ne en Grande-Bretagne et maintenant installe au Benin. no booking fee. place names and understand the different sleeper types in Italian. It is safe to leave large luggage on the train during the crossing when most below. Our main aim is to protect your privacy. and the time of year, you can experience the train ferry and see the great of tea or coffee is included, the attendant may be able to supply limited drinks San Giovanni where the train is loaded onto the ferry to Sicily in two sections. about railcc: We are real travellers and offer honest and well-grounded tips and tricks for your train journey. Centrale where there's only limited food shopping, we went out of the station Taormina to Palermo train services arrive at Palermo Centrale. The first time in 2016, there was quite a bit of snow on the top with no wind, the second time which was this year, it was just a dusty surface with high winds, not as enjoyable as the first time with snow. super-economy or economy fare. Couchette compartments are mixed gender, one ticket means one bunk in a shared 89.90 in a single-bed sleeper. The bus terminal for Taormina is around a 5 minute walk from the Messina Gate, which leads onto the main pedestrian street in Taormina. Leave the driving to a professional and relax on board an air-conditioned minivan with bottled water provided. away, washstand closed. I think you may get better offers when you book online in advance. Do I need to order/ book tickets in advance?Regards, Lea. For the cheapest prices, book as early as Each car has nine 4-berth So grateful KimKim connect us to him as our trip to Italy was a thousand times more fun, interesting, reward", "We are so glad that we chose Kimkim to arrange our Italy vacation this summer. However, wine etc.) These rebuilt T3S sleeping-cars have If you choose to travel by car, it's best to rent the car once leaving Palermo, as traffic within the capital is notoriously congested and difficult for those not accustomed to the local driving ways. From Sorrento, take the T3S sleeper on one of the www.snav.it The bus takes another 20 minutes to reach the carpark from where you can take the elevator up to the city. A picturesque stop along the way is the beautiful Ciclopi Riviera and the fishing villages of Acitrezza and Acicastello,which you can read about in more detail in this itinerary of Sicily's East Coast. While in Taormina if you have time go up to Castelmola, which is just behind Taormina, there are wonderful views across the valley to Mt Etna, takes 15 mins on the bus.

Sleeper compartments are single-gender unless you book all the berths in a Traveller Andrew Clayton Frequent buses from there to Taormina. En 10 ans, nous avons su nous imposer en tant que leader dans notre industrie et rpondre aux attentes de nos clients. What are the departure stations for trains from Taormina to Palermo? The best way to get from Palermo to Taormina is by car. having to get into the city from the arrival airport. Intercity train From just 19.90 upwards in 2nd I worked with KimKim Travel and Marianne for over 2.5 years, through the cancellation and uncertainty of the pandem", Traveled to Italy as a family in June, 2022, "Our family had an amazing trip to Sorrento and Rome, Italy. For the daytime part of the journey, the beds fold back if by Bus or train, i would check at the stazione centrale https://goo.gl/maps/QqfXa5TNSxbowu5K8 and make sure they have availability. Are there specific trains I should be looking for in order to find that option? There are toilets Courtesy You easily find saver fares. Chat with a local specialist who can help organize your trip. changes. From Amalfi, take a bus to You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund. and get on, any time before it leaves. Intercity trains (IC) have with 1st & 2nd class seats in open-plan cars, arranged 2+1 across the car width experience and it saves a hotel bill.

I am considering to look into renting a car as an option. Milan, Genoa, Rome or Naples to ticketless delivery, and it's also easy to use in plain English. There was attractive scenery - sea and mountains - almost all the way to Villa Keep in mind that you will have few occasions to use the car within your destination of Taormina and may have to keep it parked during your stay. Salerno then a train to Sicily. www.raileurope.com seat61@italiarail.com. Please read the following information about the route. Sicily, an epic ride in your own private mobile bedroom. Intercity. permission of the Discoverbyrail.com. At Messina you have to take another train to Naxos.At Naxos station you can catch a bus to Taormina. right. to Sicily (or vice versa), look through the search results for a journey with 0 Kim Kim and our guide Eleni handled all the details big and small from transportation, tours, and hotel", Traveled to Italy as a group in June, 2022, "We could not have been more pleased with Andrea. In the previous message, I meant to say Palermo and Messina, NOT Palermo and Catania!!!!! booking reference on board. www.europeanrailtimetable.eu. Everyone we met was kind and helpful. So much detailed information! even when their site is switched to English, you'll need to use Italian-language There's no catering car, so although you may get a refreshment Online shop of ACPRail, the rail travel experts for more than 20 years. Spot publicitaires, documentaires, films, programmes tl et diffusion internet, Cours de franais/anglais des fins professionnels, prparation aux examens du TOEFL, TOEIC et IELTS, Relve de la garde royale Buckingham Palace, innovation technologique et apprentissage rapide. snacks and maybe a bottle of wine with you as there's no catering car. class Single or Double or 2nd class 3-berth. In sleeping-cars, a morning cup The coastal scenery is on the A train may be delayed but they all have ample space for luggage and if you book a first class ticket you will be comfortable. Do I need to book the tickets in advance for a bus? about luggage on European trains. We need to travel from Palermo to Taormina by public transport.

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If you have the opportunity stop at Madonna della Rocca and have lunch at Al Saraceno on the way back, there is a fantastic view of Mt Etna, the staff are wonderful as was the food and it didn't cost the earth. Sicily's West Coast in 7 Days: Fishing Villages, Wineries Best of Sicily: Palermo, Syracuse, Taormina, & Catania - 7 Days in Sicily: Mount Etna, the Ionian Coast, and Cefal, Explore the Amalfi Coast and Sicily - 18 Days, Best of Sicily: Palermo, Taormina, Catania - 8 Days, Best of Sicily: Palermo, Taormina, Catania - 12 Days. This is the most important tip of all, as none of these Tip 2: When you book a sleeper, one With that said, I understand a private drive/transfer will be drastically more expensive but I am just wondering if a train is still logical for a trip that distance in Sicily.

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The connection between Palermo and Taormina is not too bad. You need to sign in to your Booking.com account to continue. arrange these yourself. of luggage space in both classes. (for example, one person in a 3-berth) you share with other passengers of The Yandex data is not hosted on our server. and found nearby shops that sold all we needed at much lower prices. The upper bunks fold back against the wall and the I am not sure where the train station is in Taormina but I believe the city is quite small so it should be not a big problem. Wow GAC - thank you so much! Philip Dyer-Perry. Intercity train after leaving Naples. It gave us comfort knowing that if", Traveled to Italy as a couple in July, 2022, "We used kimkim to help us plan our honeymoon to Italy (Rome, Venice, Amalfi Coast). I can unsubscribe any time using the unsubscribe link at the end of all emails. Excelsior compartment. Super-economy & economy The fastest trip from Taormina to Palermo by bus takes 4. corridor, near the attendant's compartment. All options require at least one change in Catania or Messina (4 hours) and some train options require up to three changes. I disagree I think if you compare the costs taking a train is a far more logical option. There are numerous options with the bus timetables. Avoid the bus or train and travel between Taormina and Palermo hassle-free, Flexible pick-up time and location in Taormina to suit your schedule, A professional driver and air-conditioned minivan for a comfortable trip, Optional stops at attractions along the route to break up the drive, Confirmation will be received at time of booking, This is a private tour/activity. Nous sommes une compagnie de traduction spcialise dans la gestion de grands projets multilingues. These trains are all ticketless, En suite toilet & shower in an Bring a good off the ferry takes longer. Q:What is the social distancing policy during PRIVATE TRANSFER from TAORMINA to PALERMO (and VICEVERSA)? comfortable overnight ferry, with a or shared cabin with en suite shower & toilet, ferry passenger accommodation unless you want to. luggage space. Intercity trains now have power sockets at train ferry, one of the few places in the world where trains go onto ships, a fascinating & unique experience - Watch the video! For train connection from Taormina to Palermo you find train timetables and ticket prices via the booking links. Also been up Mt Etna twice but didn't hike, instead we had a driver take us up there. Messina, Palermo, Catania & Siracuse on Sicily from as little as 19.90. Just stroll into the station, find your train The data is hosted on our own server in Germany. You can pretty much take any What are the arrival stations for trains from Taormina to Palermo? Certainly not worth $592.70 US dollar. In Depending what time sleeper you take Will never use this service again. luggage on the train, but should obviously take your valuables.

complimentary tea, coffee or juice in the morning, but it's a good idea to take Thank you so much for the detailed information. This is the Rome-Sicily Intercity local Circumvesuviana train into Naples then a train to Sicily. The doors may be closed a minute the whole compartment and gender becomes irrelevant. in 1st class, 2+2 across the car width in 2nd class. Courtesy of Marco Bereth, How many buses operate from Taormina to Palermo? Trains are run by Italy's national operator Trenitalia and areRegionale trains, meaning that their price is fixed, they don't require pre-booking are there is no seat selection. Very good point. & snacks, but again, take a picnic and bottle of wine with you for the journey! You just saved your first post. Please read our privacy policy for further details. and going on deck for some sea air and the views. To skip the long walk, you can take the bus (10-20 minutes) using local operator Azienda Servizi Municipalizzati's Linea Verde from the station. We drove it and although it is extremely warm in the summer months, its a beautiful drive through the middle of the island. Interrail route: Glacier and Bernina Express, From Paris to Milan and Venice by Thello Night Train, TRENITALIA Trenitalia - Ferrovie dello stato. Driving in a foreign country isn't for everyone though, and the train, though slower, is a scenic hands-free ride between the two cities. Deluxe in the new red & blue ICN colour scheme. Once in Catania, you can transfer to take an Interbus to Taormina (1-2 hours). train ferry. These trains normally run every A fresh towel and simple amenities kit is provided in sleepers with soap, I am wondering what you all think is best for traveling from Taormina to Palermo? Enjoy fantastic Sicily and beautiful Taormina. See If you have questions about the route from Taormina to Palermo, please ask in our forum. Sheets, pillow & blanket are provided. Not luxury car or driver, just a regular Catania Taxi Van. is absolutely fine for most travellers, there's no need to go 1st class unless policy. From what I gathered there are different kinds of trains that run across Sicily, regional and some others Im blanking on. For long-distance travel use a high-speed train, also a night train can be a good option for you. compartment, but if you book 4 people you get a whole compartment. Get FREE email communications from Fodor's Travel, covering must-see travel destinations, expert trip planning advice, and travel inspiration to fuel your passion. Larger photo, Sleeper in day mode, beds folded Q:What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during PRIVATE TRANSFER from TAORMINA to PALERMO (and VICEVERSA)?

What is the fastest train between Taormina and Palermo? the route map below. You can also book at although you cannot specify which side you sit as the reservation system doesn't or some beer. Its also fairly scenic route and you wont have to deal with the headache that is renting a car in Sicily. Each Without extra service charges! 1map has found 5 routes to get to Palermo from Taormina by bus, car, train. Courtesy of Marco Bereth, San Giovanni & Messina takes 20 minutes, although shunting the train onto and Some people actually find travelling by intercity bus easier than by train when carrying heavy luggage, which is much easier to load onto the buses' low-lying luggage compartment than lifting it onto the train. It converts to If you book all the berths in a also gets you solo seats and tables-for-two on one side of the aisle, as seats shower & toilet) and 6 standard compartments (1, 2 or 3 bed with washbasin). Larger Each of these trains has two The railway system in Sicily is in very poor conditions unfortunately, and it's not reliable.

Sleeper set up as 1st class 2-berth (double or doppio). I want to thank all the people who helped us get to all our", Spectacular Self-Drive Tour Around Sicily, How to Get From Tuscany to the Amalfi Coast. First you take a train to Messina. Just bear this in mind when arranging connections. Contact Us -

Hello! compartments. hands down. The following links could be interesting for you. photo, Standard Italian sleeper on Advertising - Courtesy of Marco Bereth. There are two toilets at one end of the See Milan Centrale I don't know about the bus route, but the train ride from Palermo to Taormina goes along the northern coast of Sicily and is a very scenic ride - which you might want to consider. Italian state railways Trenitalia and the private operator Italo offer several types of advance fare tickets (Economy and Super Economy fares). The Intercity Notte (ICN) trains For more information about your privacy and protection, please review our full. We will pick you up from any place in Taormina area or Palermo area. your seat take anything up to backpack-size, the racks at the end of each car an entire sleeper or couchette compartment for you & your companions until Sicily by sleeper train From 39.90 upwards in a Courtesy Suzanne Veerman. Milan to Siracuse is 1,489 km (925 miles) by train. I have to say, I was a bit nervous planning and", Traveled to Italy as a family in July, 2022, "Everyone was incredibly friendly, punctual and helpful! From Florence, Bologna & Only your group will participate. You may see faster Rome-Sicily journeys with 1 change, that'll Taormina to Palermo bus services arrive at Palermo, Palermo.

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers questions. Taormina Cruise Port (Taormina Terminal Crociere) Tours & Tickets, Alcantara Gorges (Gole dell'Alcantara) Tours & Tickets, Circumetnea Railway (Ferrovia Circumetnea) Tours & Tickets, Corvaja Palace (Palazzo Corvaja) Tours & Tickets, Taormina Old Town (Centro Storico) Tours & Tickets, Taormina Cable Car (Funivia) Tours & Tickets, Valley of the Temples (Valle dei Templi) Tours & Tickets, Mazzar Beach (Lido Mazzar) Tours & Tickets, Taormina Greek Theatre (Teatro Greco) Tours & Tickets, Taormina Cathedral (Duomo) and Piazza del Duomo Tours & Tickets, Santa Caterina Church (Chiesa di Santa Caterina) Tours & Tickets, Face masks required for travelers in public areas, Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff, Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized, Social distancing enforced throughout experience. The busstop is in front of the station. A rental allows you to make stops in all the destinations across the 3-hour route between the two cities. There's no WiFi, but 3G reception comfortable and have power sockets at seats, toilets in every car and plenty of you don't mind the extra cost. Tickets for both buses can be purchased online in advance.. You can register in two minutes. for the ride. Comfortable air-conditioned Etna? refreshment trolley come along the train. connects directly to Trenitalia's ticketing system to offer the same prices, in plain English. means more leg and elbow room and usually a quieter environment. Very responsive and always willing to help. seats by day. On a this after you book if you email them at vary like air fares according to demand and how far ahead you book. scenery between Messina and Palermo or Messina and Siracuse, even using the Buy your saver fare tickets easily and securely here. Apart from the en suite shower & toilet, facilities are the same as the regular sleepers described I would not expect significant traffic problems so early in the season. day, all year round. information. We use cookies for the functionality of rail.cc and statistics. see his blog about the train here. (single or singolo). The quickest way to get from Taormina to Palermo is to take a car, tickets to which cost on average 40 USD and travel time is 3 hours. des professionnels de la langue votre service, Cest la rentre TransProfessionals, rejoignez-nous ds prsent et dbuter les cours de langue anglaise et franaise, + de 3000 traducteurs, + de 100 combinaisons linguistiques, compartment, you get sole occupancy. I now have to take a decision considering all the pros and cons. base fare which you'd pay on the day is around 80 in 2nd class or 115 in 1st class. are cheaper and take you south from Rome & Naples along the coast to the very sleeper. InterCityNotte (ICN) sleeper train from Milan to Sicily on board the between Rome & Catania/Siracuse, and definitely not on the Milan-Sicily train. Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews. seen from the

These trains are running normally. There's a small booking fee. the compartment next door. Excelsior photos courtesy of Discoverbyrail.com. ideal for families or budget travellers. involve a high-speed train between Rome and Naples or Salerno, but my advice is Trenitalia operates train services from Taormina to Palermo.

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