- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Metaponto
Main archaeological museum for ancient Metapontum, displaying Greek pottery, sculpture, votive finds, and context for nearby ruins.
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bari Palese Airport to Metapontum is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari Palese Airport to Metapontum will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bari Palese Airport for Metapontum on Wed, Aug 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 85 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 m 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.






Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bari Palese Airport to Metapontum 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 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 52 miles (85 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price | €18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bari Palese Airport to Metapontum:
A bus is €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bari Palese Airport to Metapontum costing on average €13.
Other travel options to Metapontum take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 14m.
Tickets start at around €8 compared to roughly €18 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €10. The journey takes 2h 12m versus 1h 14m 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 Sitabasilicata, Miccolis, FlixBus, 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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator Sitabasilicata | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Sitabasilicata | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Sitabasilicata | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 05:03PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 1h22 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
The table below shows live departures for Bari Palese Airport to Metapontum buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:40 AM Bari Palese Airport | 2h15 | 1:55 PM Metapontum | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:40 PM Bari Palese Airport | 2h15 | 2:55 PM Metapontum | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:20 PM Bari Palese Airport | 2h30 | 5:50 PM Metapontum | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:03 PM Bari Palese Airport | 1h22 | 6:25 PM Metapontum | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bari Palese Airport to Metapontum run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 11:40, the last at 17:03. The fastest bus covers the 52 miles (85 km) distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 52 miles (85 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 22m |
First bus 11:40 AM |
Last bus 5:03 PM |
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Discover the best of Metapontum — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Metapontum trip today.
Main archaeological museum for ancient Metapontum, displaying Greek pottery, sculpture, votive finds, and context for nearby ruins.
Exhibition route inside the archaeological park explaining the urban sanctuary, temples, and excavations of ancient Metapontum.
Small interpretive collection focused on temple architecture and urban planning in the archaeological area.
Modern seaside district with beach access, pine woods, and summer promenades; the main leisure area for coastal walks.
Long sandy beach backed by dunes and pinewoods, popular for walking, sea views, and access to the Ionian coastline.
Coastal pine forest offering shade, nature walks, and a quieter contrast to the beach during the summer season.
A simple peasant dish of dried sweet peppers fried until crisp. It is a Basilicata classic, often used to add crunch and smoky flavor to local meals.
Fresh pasta shaped by hand and served with tomato sauce, lamb or pork ragù, and often grated pecorino. It is one of Basilicata’s best-known traditional pastas.
Rustic baked lamb with potatoes, herbs, and olive oil. It reflects inland Basilicata cooking and is a festive favorite across the region.
Established seafood restaurant in Metaponto known for local fish dishes, pasta, and a relaxed seaside atmosphere.
Refined dining inside the Hotel Turismo. Known for polished regional cooking, seafood, and a more elegant setting.
Casual pizzeria and restaurant serving pizza, local pasta, and straightforward southern Italian dishes in a family-friendly atmosphere.
Moderate for southern Italy; stays and meals are often cheaper than major tourist cities, while beach-season lodging and car-dependent travel can raise costs.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafes, 5-10% for good restaurant service if not included, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari Palese Airport to Metapontum 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 Metapontum, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bari Palese Airport to Metapontum buses use the Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła to Metaponto, Piazzale Stazione Ferroviaria station pair. Use this guide to compare Bari Palese Airport and Metapontum bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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