- Must visit
Musei Civici del Castello Visconteo
Pavia’s main civic museum in the Visconti Castle, with archaeology, sculpture, painting, and local history collections.
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€58
Fastest journey
11 h 15 m
Average duration
11 h 40 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
770 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bari to Pavia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari to Pavia will cost around €58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 4 buses that leave Bari for Pavia on Tue, Aug 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 770 km distance in an average of 11 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 15 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 12 h 5 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 to Pavia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 478 miles (770 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€70 Average price Cheapest | €72 Average price | €71 Average price |
10h 37m Average total duration 10h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 45m Average total duration 9h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.3 - 4.6kg CO2 emissions |
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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 Pavia:
A bus is €0.74 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bari to Pavia costing on average €71.
A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bari to Pavia costing on average €72.
Other travel options to Pavia take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 15m.
Bus takes on average 10h 7m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €77 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €67 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €67 |
The table below shows live departures for Bari to Pavia buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:35 PM Bari | 12h05 | 6:40 AM Pavia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
![]() | 5:35 PM Bari | 12h05 | 5:40 AM Pavia | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Bari to Pavia run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 478 miles (770 km) distance in 11h 15m.
Distance 478 miles (770 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 15m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 70 days |
Discover the best of Pavia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pavia trip today.
Pavia’s main civic museum in the Visconti Castle, with archaeology, sculpture, painting, and local history collections.
University museum displaying historic scientific instruments that reveal Pavia’s major role in medicine and physics.
Natural history museum famous for Spallanzani collections and one of Italy’s oldest scientific displays.
Scenic riverside promenade along the Ticino, popular for walking, cycling, and postcard views of the bridge.
Central square framed by the cathedral and civic buildings, ideal for orientation, photos, and daily city life.
Large public park around the Visconti Castle, great for walks, shade, and a break between museum visits.
A rich risotto cooked with local pork sausage and red wine from Oltrepò Pavese, reflecting the area’s rice fields and wine culture.
Traditional stuffed fresh pasta from Pavia, filled with braised meat and served in broth or with butter and sage at festive family meals.
Slow-braised beef dish cooked with Bonarda or Barbera wine, a classic of the Pavia area tied to local red wine production.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant known for creative Italian tasting menus in an elegant contemporary setting.
Historic, traditional restaurant serving classic Pavia and Lombard dishes in a warm, old-school atmosphere.
Well-known local trattoria appreciated for seasonal Lombard cooking, rice dishes, and a relaxed traditional dining room.
Moderate for Italy: stays and dining are usually cheaper than Milan, while trains and local transport remain reasonably priced for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is enough at cafes.
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Piazzale della Stazione -> Piazza della Vittoria, Pavia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari to Pavia 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 Pavia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bari to Pavia buses use the Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (Largo Sorrentino) to Pavia, Piazzale della Stazione (Stazione ferroviaria) station pair. Use this guide to compare Bari and Pavia bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (Largo Sorrentino) is 1 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (Largo Sorrentino) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Italiana (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Trattoria del Corso (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (Largo Sorrentino).
Available at Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (Largo Sorrentino): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (Largo Sorrentino): Elevators, ramps.
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, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (fronte DEA Cafe) is 1 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (fronte DEA Cafe) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Available at Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (fronte DEA Cafe): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (fronte DEA Cafe): Ramps.
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