- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Venosa
Archaeological museum inside the castle, displaying Roman, medieval, and local finds that explain Venosa's long historical importance.
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
3 h 56 m
Average duration
5 h 47 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bari to Venosa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari to Venosa will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bari for Venosa on Thu, Aug 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 89 km distance in an average of 5 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 56 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 6 h 55 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.






Buses from Bari to Venosa run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:15, the last at 21:21. The fastest bus covers the 55 miles (89 km) distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 55 miles (89 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 43m |
First bus 4:15 AM |
Last bus 9:21 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 06:03AM | Duration 2h43 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 12:31PM | Duration 3h56 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 01:31PM | Duration 3h56 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Frecciargento | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 01:36PM | Duration 3h01 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 01:24PM | Arrival Time 04:41PM | Duration 3h17 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:41PM | Duration 3h11 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €34 |
The table below shows live departures for Bari to Venosa buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:50 AM Bari | 6h30 | 11:20 AM Venosa | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:35 AM Bari | 3h56 | 12:31 PM Venosa | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:35 AM Bari | 3h56 | 1:31 PM Venosa | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:24 PM Bari | 3h17 | 4:41 PM Venosa | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Discover the best of Venosa — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Venosa trip today.
Archaeological museum inside the castle, displaying Roman, medieval, and local finds that explain Venosa's long historical importance.
Roman baths preserving bathing rooms and engineering traces, useful for understanding everyday life in ancient Venusia.
Interpretive stop for the Jewish catacombs, helping visitors contextualize one of the most important Jewish sites in southern Italy.
The old town's network of lanes rewards slow walking with stone houses, churches, and glimpses of the town's ancient foundations.
Archaeological and monumental zone around the abbey, ideal for walking among ruins, open spaces, and some of Venosa's top sights.
Main square of the historic center, lined with civic buildings and ideal for starting a walking tour through Venosa's old town.
Aglianico Del Vulture is Basilicata’s flagship red wine, grown on volcanic soils near Venosa. It is prized for structure, dark fruit, and long aging.
Strascinati are hand-dragged pasta shapes typical of Basilicata, often served with tomato sauce, crumbs, or peppers. They reflect the area’s rustic home cooking.
Rafanata is a baked egg and horseradish dish from Basilicata, sometimes enriched with cheese and sausage. Venosa is known for strong, earthy Lucanian flavors.
Country-style dining near Venosa with local produce, Aglianico wine, and classic Lucanian recipes in an elegant agriturismo atmosphere.
Established restaurant in Venosa known for Lucanian cuisine, local wines, and a refined but welcoming atmosphere in the historic town.
Traditional venue serving Basilicata specialties, homemade pasta, and regional meat dishes in a casual setting popular with local diners.
Venosa is cheaper than major Italian tourist cities. Rooms, meals, and local transport are generally moderate to low cost for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; small change for cafes; taxis usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari to Venosa 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 Venosa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bari to Venosa buses use the Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (fronte DEA Cafe) to Lavello, SS93 (Terminal Bus) station pair. Use this guide to compare Bari and Venosa 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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