- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Metaponto
Main archaeological museum for ancient Metapontum, displaying Greek pottery, sculpture, votive finds, and context for nearby ruins.
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 $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 3 buses from Bari Palese Airport to Metapontum, including 3 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 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, Nov 04 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.

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Buses from Bari Palese Airport to Metapontum run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 11:40, the last at 14:20. The fastest bus covers the 52 miles (85 km) distance in 1h 31m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Sitabasilicata | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Sitabasilicata | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Sitabasilicata | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 05:03PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 1h22 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
The table below shows live departures for Bari Palese Airport to Metapontum buses for today, Tuesday, November 3. 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 with Miccolis, FlixBus, and Sitabasilicata. Overnight buses available on this route with FlixBus. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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.
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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.