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Museo Diocesano di Tropea
Small diocesan museum displaying sacred art, liturgical objects, and historic church treasures that illuminate Tropea’s religious heritage.
Cheapest price on Oct 10
$72
Average ticket price on Oct 10
$89
Fastest journey on Oct 10
6 h 19 m
Average journey duration on Oct 10
11 h 5 m
Buses on Oct 10
4
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bari to Tropea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari to Tropea will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
On Sat, Oct 10, we found 4 buses from Bari to Tropea, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 10 the direct buses cover the 284 km distance in an average of 11 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 19 m .
On Sat, Oct 10 the slowest buses will take 15 h 40 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.
FlixBus
FlixBus
206+
291 · 287
206+
291 · 287
FlixBus
FlixBus
206+
291 · 287
206+
291 · 287Buses from Bari to Tropea run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 176 miles (284 km) distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 176 miles (284 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:57 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 01:29PM | Duration 6h19 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator interbus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:19PM | Duration 6h19 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 02:29PM | Duration 6h19 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 03:59PM | Duration 6h49 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
The table below shows live departures for Bari to Tropea buses for tomorrow, Saturday, October 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
206+ 287 · 291 | 7:15 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 15h40 | 10:55 PM Gioia Tauro, SP1 / Via Ponte Vecchio | 2 transfers | |
206+ 287 · 291 | 7:15 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 15h30 | 10:45 PM Rosarno, SP5 (Ristorante Pizzeria Medmea) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 9:10 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 6h49 | 3:59 PM Rosarno, SP5 (Ristorante Pizzeria Medmea) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 6h19 | 3:29 PM Vibo Vallentia, Viale della Pace (Palazzetto dello Sport) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Small diocesan museum displaying sacred art, liturgical objects, and historic church treasures that illuminate Tropea’s religious heritage.
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Main panoramic promenade on the edge of the old town, lined with viewpoints and historic buildings; ideal for sunset walks.
Historic district of narrow alleys, noble palaces, and sea views; the best area for walking, photos, and layered local history.
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Moderate for southern Italy: meals stay reasonable, but summer hotels rise sharply. Local transit is limited, so taxis or car hire can add to costs.
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 in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari to Tropea 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 Tropea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bari to Tropea buses use the Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (fronte DEA Cafe) to Rosarno, SP5 (Ristorante Pizzeria Medmea) station pair. Use this guide to compare Bari and Tropea bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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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