- 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 on Sep 18
$7
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$18
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 59 m
Buses on Sep 18
16
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bari 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 to Metapontum will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 16 buses from Bari to Metapontum, including 6 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 83 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 2 h 15 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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Autobus PZ104+
Autobus FS Sud Est 11035
FlixBus
BUS LP981
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BUS LP981
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81ROmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bari to Metapontum among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, while a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 51 miles (83 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bari to Metapontum:
A bus is $2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bari to Metapontum costing on average $20.
Other travel options to Metapontum take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 27m.
Tickets start at around $19 compared to roughly $28 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9. The journey takes 2h 27m versus 1h 8m 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 FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 08:04AM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:04AM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:08PM | Duration 3h08 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 02:28PM | Duration 3h13 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 02:28PM | Duration 3h13 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sitabasilicata | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:28PM | Duration 2h28 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:28PM | Duration 2h28 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Sitabasilicata | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Sitabasilicata | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
The table below shows live departures for Bari to Metapontum buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BUS LP981 | 11:00 PM Bari Centrale | 2h00 | 1:00 AM Metaponto | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
FlixBus | 6:50 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 2h14 | 9:04 AM Metaponto, Piazzale Stazione Ferroviaria | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 7:30 AM Bari, Via G.Capruzzi (Terminal Bus “FS Park”) | 2h40 | 10:10 AM Metaponto, Piazzale Stazione Ferroviaria | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ104+ Autobus FS Sud Est 11035 | 10:00 AM Bari, Viale Unità d'Italia / Largo Ignazio Ciaia | 3h08 | 1:08 PM Metaponto | 1 transfer | |
· | 11:00 AM Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (in front of the Port newsstand) | 3h00 | 2:00 PM Metaponto, Piazzale Stazione Ferroviaria | 1 transfer | |
· | 11:10 AM Bari, Via G.Capruzzi (Terminal Bus “FS Park”) | 2h50 | 2:00 PM Metaponto, Piazzale Stazione Ferroviaria | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 702+ Autobus FS Sud Est 11039 | 11:15 AM Bari, L.go Ciaia | 3h13 | 2:28 PM Metaponto | 1 transfer | |
· | 11:30 AM Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 2h30 | 2:00 PM Metaponto, Piazzale Stazione Ferroviaria | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 702+ Autobus FS Sud Est 11049 | 12:00 PM Bari, Viale Unità d'Italia / Largo Ignazio Ciaia | 2h28 | 2:28 PM Metaponto | 1 transfer | |
81R | 1:40 PM Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 2h15 | 3:55 PM Metaponto, Piazzale Stazione Ferroviaria | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 2h20 | 4:20 PM Metaponto, Piazzale Stazione Ferroviaria | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1h50 | 4:20 PM Metaponto, Piazzale Stazione Ferroviaria | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1h35 | 4:10 PM Metaponto, Piazzale Stazione Ferroviaria | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 3:40 PM Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (in front of the Port newsstand) | 3h10 | 6:50 PM Metaponto, Piazzale Stazione Ferroviaria | 1 transfer | |
· | 4:00 PM Bari, Via G.Capruzzi (Terminal Bus “FS Park”) | 2h50 | 6:50 PM Metaponto, Piazzale Stazione Ferroviaria | 1 transfer | |
· | 4:20 PM Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 2h30 | 6:50 PM Metaponto, Piazzale Stazione Ferroviaria | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Bari to Metapontum run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 51 miles (83 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 51 miles (83 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:00 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 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 to Metapontum buses use the Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła to Metaponto, Piazzale Stazione Ferroviaria station pair. Use this guide to compare Bari and Metapontum bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła is 7 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals area.
Ticket office support is available at Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła.
Available at Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła: Elevators, ramps.
Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (Fronte edicola del Porto) is 2 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (Fronte edicola del Porto) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small cafes available nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (Fronte edicola del Porto). ATMs are available at Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (Fronte edicola del Porto).
Ticket office support is available at Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (Fronte edicola del Porto).
Available at Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (Fronte edicola del Porto): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (Fronte edicola del Porto): Accessible pathways for wheelchairs present.
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