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The cheapest and fastest buses from Alessano to Lecce
Showing times and prices for Jun 20
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
54 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Alessano to Lecce is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alessano to Lecce will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Fast buses
Of the 2 buses that leave Alessano for Lecce on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 54 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4:35 AM2h00Alessano6:35 AMLecce$61One-way0 transfers- 3:35 AM2h00Alessano5:35 AMLecce$61One-way0 transfers
- 4:35 AM2h00Alessano6:35 AMLecce$61One-way0 transfers
- 3:35 AM2h00Alessano5:35 AMLecce$61One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Alessano to Lecce
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alessano to Lecce among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
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$7 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Alessano to Lecce is a bus with an average price of $7 (€6).
This is compared to other travel options from Alessano to Lecce:
A bus is $0.33 (€0.27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alessano to Lecce costing on average $8 (€6).
The fastest way to travel from Alessano to Lecce is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 34m.
Other travel options to Lecce take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 2m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Alessano and Lecce including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Alessano to Lecce among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around $7 (€6) compared to roughly $12 (€10) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $5 (€4). The journey takes 1h 34m versus 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Alessano to Lecce Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 05:34AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 2h16 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator | Departure Time 08:17AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h03 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 08:17AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h03 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 08:54AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h56 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator | Departure Time 08:54AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h56 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 09:48AM | Arrival Time 11:54AM | Duration 2h06 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator | Departure Time 09:48AM | Arrival Time 11:54AM | Duration 2h06 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator | Departure Time 11:16AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h24 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator | Departure Time 12:09PM | Arrival Time 01:57PM | Duration 1h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 12:09PM | Arrival Time 01:57PM | Duration 1h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 05:19PM | Duration 4h04 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator | Departure Time 01:32PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 1h43 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 02:18PM | Arrival Time 06:06PM | Duration 3h48 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator | Departure Time 03:17PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 2h38 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 03:37PM | Arrival Time 05:47PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator | Departure Time 03:44PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 2h11 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 03:44PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h06 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator | Departure Time 04:31PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 3h24 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 05:09PM | Arrival Time 08:01PM | Duration 2h52 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 07:24PM | Arrival Time 09:33PM | Duration 2h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator | Departure Time 07:24PM | Arrival Time 09:33PM | Duration 2h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Live departures
Alessano to Lecce bus times
The table below shows live departures for Alessano to Lecce buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 8:10 AM Alessano | 0h30 | 8:40 AM Lecce | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:00 PM Alessano | 0h30 | 12:30 PM Lecce | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:00 PM Alessano | 0h30 | 4:30 PM Lecce | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:10 PM Alessano | 0h20 | 5:30 PM Lecce | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| 3:35 AM Alessano | 2h00 | 5:35 AM Lecce | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:35 AM Alessano | 2h00 | 6:35 AM Lecce | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Alessano to Lecce
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Buses from Alessano to Lecce run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:18, the last at 19:30. The fastest bus covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 1h 57m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 57m |
First bus 5:18 AM |
Last bus 7:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Elios Autoservizi from Alessano to LecceYou can travel by bus between Alessano to Lecce with BlaBlaCar, Elios Autoservizi for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
Elios Autoservizi
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 46m
Cheapest Price
$11 (€9)
Elios Autoservizi frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Lecce
Things to do in Lecce
Discover the best of Lecce — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lecce trip today.
- Recommended
Museo Faggiano
A privately run archaeological house-museum where Roman, medieval, and later layers were uncovered during renovations; a memorable small-scale look into Lecce's hidden past.
- Recommended
MUST - Museo Storico Citt0 di Lecce
Lecce's main contemporary art and civic museum space, hosting rotating exhibitions in a central historic setting near the old town's major sights.
- Must visit
Piazza Sant'Oronzo
The city's main square and social hub, lined with historic buildings and Roman remains; ideal for orientation, people-watching, and evening atmosphere.
- Must visit
Centro Storico di Lecce
The Baroque old town is Lecce's essential walking area, packed with carved stone facades, small lanes, artisan shops, and photogenic corners.
- Must visit
Piazza del Duomo
One of Italy's most atmospheric cathedral squares, especially striking in the evening when the pale stone and facades are softly illuminated.
- Vegetarian
Rustico Leccese
A classic Lecce street snack made with puff pastry filled with béchamel, tomato, and mozzarella. It is one of the city’s most iconic bakery specialties.
- Vegetarian
Pasticciotto
Lecce’s signature pastry, traditionally filled with custard in a shortcrust shell and often eaten warm for breakfast. It is deeply tied to local pastry culture.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Ciceri e Tria
A traditional Salento pasta dish with chickpeas and a mix of boiled and fried pasta pieces, giving it a distinctive texture. It is one of the best-known local first courses.
L'Angolino di Via Matteotti
A famous casual spot in Lecce, especially known for puccia and other quick Salento specialties. It is lively, informal, and popular with both locals and visitors.
Mamma Elvira Enoteca
A respected wine bar and kitchen offering regional wines, cheeses, and refined Puglian plates in an elegant but relaxed setting in central Lecce.
Le Zie Trattoria Casereccia
A long-running traditional trattoria known for homemade Salento dishes, generous portions, and a warm local atmosphere near the historic center.
Euro
Generally moderate by Italian standards: meals and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels cost more in peak summer.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- EUR 8-15 for pizza, panini, or street food.
- Mid-range
- EUR 20-35 per person for a casual restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- EUR 50-90 per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- EUR 1.20-3 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or minimal. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for excellent restaurant service, and round up taxis.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- EUR 1.20
- Day pass
- EUR 3.50
To the city center
Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) -> Lecce Railway Station
- Distance
- 1.5 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Tickets should be validated when boarding buses. Buy tickets in advance or through the operator's official sales channels.
- Card payment on board is not consistently available, so carry a validated ticket or purchase digitally before travel.
FAQs: Bus from Alessano to Lecce
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alessano to Lecce by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lecce, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Alessano to Lecce can start from as little as $6 (€5) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Alessano to Lecce is $7 (€6) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Alessano to Lecce is 1h 57m to travel the 33 miles (54 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Alessano to Lecce leaves at 5:18 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Alessano to Lecce leaves at 7:30 PM.
Yes, there are 6 direct buses a day from Alessano to Lecce with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Alessano to Lecce, you can count on BlaBlaCar, Elios Autoservizi for the best way to get you to Lecce. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Alessano and Lecce and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Lecce from Alessano is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 57m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Alessano to Lecce is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Alessano and Lecce including taking a bus and train.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Alessano to Lecce.
No, the bus from Alessano to Lecce has no accessibility options.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Lecce are:
- Piazza del Duomo, a historic square surrounded by baroque architecture including the Lecce Cathedral and the Bishop's Palace
- Basilica di Santa Croce, a stunning example of baroque architecture with an intricately decorated facade
- Roman Amphitheatre, an ancient Roman structure partially excavated and used for cultural events
- Porta Napoli, a triumphal arch built in the 16th century as a grand entrance to the city
- Museo Faggiano, a unique museum showcasing archaeological discoveries made during a house renovation.
The best things to do in Lecce include:
- Stroll along Via Vittorio Emanuele II, a bustling street lined with shops, cafes, and historic buildings
- Attend a cultural event or performance at the Roman Amphitheatre
- Enjoy a leisurely walk in the Giardini Pubblici, a beautiful public garden in the city
- Visit the Castello Carlo V, a historic castle offering insights into Lecce's past
- Take a guided tour to learn about Lecce's rich history and baroque architecture.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Alessano to Lecce.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Alessano to Lecce.
No, luggage for the bus from Alessano to Lecce needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Alessano to Lecce.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Alessano to Lecce.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Alessano to Lecce.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Alessano to Lecce.
Since both Alessano and Lecce are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Alessano to Lecce among Omio's users.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Lecce, travelers should be cautious of petty theft, especially pickpocketing in crowded areas and around popular landmarks. Scams involving overcharging or unlicensed taxi services can occur, so it's advisable to use official transportation options. Staying alert in busy markets and avoiding isolated areas at night helps ensure safety while exploring the city.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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