How to get from Palermo to Cefalu
How to get from Palermo to Cefalu
Depending on where you are travelling, you may conder several ways on how to get from Palermo to Cefalu, and from Palermo airport to Cefalu. First, since Palermo is a big city, you have several options.
First, you can take a train from Palermo Central Station. Or, if you prefer the bus, there are several options from the city centre. But, these two options are great if you travel with little luggage and if you can adapt your schedule.
Moreover, if you travel with kids, we definitely suggest renting a car. Even if the best alternative could be a private transfer.
Now, let’s see in details how to get from Palermo to Cefalu: the available services and timetables.
By train
Palermo Centrale is the main train station. Located in the heart of a city, it registers 52.000 users per day. Moreover, 250 trains pass on its rails every day.
Generally, on working days, there are 19 regional trains that connect Palermo with the beautiful Sicilian village. However, on Sundays you will only have 6.
On average, the journey lasts 51 minutes. Moreover, the first train leaves at 5:08am. And, the last one is at 9:35pm.
Finally, the ticket costs €5,60 per route. But, children under 12 yo will pay €2,60.
Now, let’s see the timetable for the trains from Palermo to Cefalu.
Main Trains From Palermo to Cefalu
| Dep. time | Arrival Time | Train |
|---|---|---|
| 09:03 | 10:00 | Regionale |
| 10:07 | 10:55 | Intercity |
| 11:08 | 12:04 | Regionale |
| 12:05 | 12:57 | Regionale |
| 13:08 | 14:00 | Regionale |
| 14:05 | 15:01 | Regionale |
| 15:08 | 16:02 | Regionale |
| 16:08 | 16:51 | Regionale |
| 17:08 | 18:00 | Regionale |
| 18:05 | 19:01 | Regionale |
How to get from Palermo centre to Cefalu by bus
From Monday to Saturday, the company SAIS offers a connection between Palermo city centre and Cefalu.
Every day, there are several buses. Generally, the average journey takes one hour. Finally, two-way tickets cost 10€. Whereas, one way is 5.70€.
Finally, find here the timetables from the city centre:
| Departure time |
|---|
| 6:45 |
| 12:00 |
| 13:00 |
| 14:30 |
| 16:30* |
| 18:30 |
*No Saturdays
How to get from Palermo airport to Cefalu by bus
If you arrive by flight, you may need to know how to get from Palermo airport to Cefalu by bus.
Unfortunately, there is not a direct connection from Palermo airport to Cefalu. However, the company “Prestia e Comandè” offers the shuttle service between Palermo airport and the central train station. Usually, the average journey time is one hour.
Finally, two-way tickets cost 11€. Whereas, one way is 6.30 €. Then, you can take the train or the bus fro the centre of Palermo.
By car
Generally, travel by train and by bus is less comfortable compared with a car. Also, if you have children, on many bags, the public transport could be a nightmare!
Finally, if you travel by car, you can also set your timetable, according to your needs.
From Palermo airport to Cefalu, you can either rent a car, or book a private transfer. First, if you want to rent a car, you will find several options at the airport.
But, we suggest booking one of our private transfers. Among the plus, you will have a driver waiting for you at the arrival.
Moreover, all of them are experts of the island. Moreover, they will drive you to your favourite location, and will give you advice on what to visit in Cefalu.
Contact us for all the information.
