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Pinacoteca Metropolitana "Corrado Giaquinto"
Major art museum on the seafront with Apulian and Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 58 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cava de' Tirreni to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cava de' Tirreni to Bari will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 4 buses that leave Cava de' Tirreni for Bari on Thu, Jun 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 25 the direct buses cover the 186 km distance in an average of 6 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Thu, Jun 25 the slowest buses will take 11 h 20 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.
5380a
5380a
Autobus NA41D · Regionale 4886+
BUS L715A
Autobus NA49D+
Intercity 561+
BUS LP986
5380a
5380a
Autobus NA41D · Regionale 4886+
BUS L715A
Autobus NA49D+
Intercity 561+
BUS LP986Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cava de' Tirreni to Bari 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 train which can get you there in 4h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 115 miles (186 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$38 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cava de' Tirreni to Bari:
A bus is $9 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cava de' Tirreni to Bari costing on average $47 (€39).
Other travel options to Bari take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 15m.
Tickets start at around $38 (€31) compared to roughly $70 (€58) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $32 (€26). The journey takes 4h 15m versus 2h 48m 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 Sitacampania, Miccolis, Infobus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Sita Sud S.r.l..
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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Sitacampania | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Sitacampania | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 06:51AM | Arrival Time 03:29PM | Duration 8h38 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 04:21PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 7h44 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 12:52AM | Duration 8h02 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 05:03PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 11h07 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 06:03PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 11h07 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 08:51PM | Arrival Time 06:54AM | Duration 10h03 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
The table below shows live departures for Cava de' Tirreni to Bari buses for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:03 PM Cava de' Tirreni | 11h07 | 4:10 AM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:03 PM Cava de' Tirreni | 11h07 | 5:10 AM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, June 25 | |||||
5380a | 6:20 AM Cava dei Tirreni, Stazione Ferroviaria | 4h20 | 10:40 AM Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (in front of the Port newsstand) | 0 transfersDirect | |
5380a | 6:20 AM Cava dei Tirreni, Stazione Ferroviaria | 4h10 | 10:30 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Cava de' Tirreni to Bari run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 115 miles (186 km) distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 115 miles (186 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Bari — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bari trip today.
Major art museum on the seafront with Apulian and Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.
City museum in the old town covering Bari’s urban history, documents, and local cultural heritage.
Former sea theater now used for contemporary art exhibitions in one of Bari’s most photogenic buildings.
The old town’s maze of alleys, churches, and lively squares offers the city’s most atmospheric walking experience.
Grand seafront promenade ideal for walks, sunset views, and classic panoramas of Bari’s coastline.
Famous old-town lane where locals traditionally make fresh orecchiette outside their homes, widely shared on social media.
Bari’s signature pasta dish with ear-shaped orecchiette, turnip tops, garlic, olive oil, and often anchovy and chili. It is one of the most iconic flavors of Apulia.
A traditional baked Bari dish of rice, potatoes, and mussels layered with tomatoes, onion, and olive oil. It is a beloved home-style coastal specialty.
Bari’s famous focaccia, usually topped with tomatoes, olives, oregano, and generous olive oil. It is soft inside, crisp outside, and a classic local street food.
Refined restaurant in Bari with polished service and creative Apulian cuisine, suitable for a higher-end meal focused on local ingredients and elegant presentation.
Well-known casual seafood spot in central Bari, especially popular for octopus, raw seafood, and generous portions in a lively local setting.
Popular informal venue known for stuffed sandwiches, local street-food flavors, and quick but satisfying meals in the city center.
Generally moderate by Italian standards. Food and coffee are affordable, while hotels cost more in peak summer.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included as coperto. Round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxis.
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