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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
$27
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cosenza to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cosenza to Bari will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 9 buses that leave Cosenza for Bari on Sat, Jun 20, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 207 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 4 h 26 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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01 AOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cosenza to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 128 miles (207 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price | $56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Cosenza to Bari:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cosenza to Bari costing on average $29 (€24).
Other travel options to Bari take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 28m.
Tickets start at around $26 (€22) compared to roughly $56 (€46) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $30 (€25). The journey takes 4h 28m versus 3h 56m 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 Intersaj, FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus.
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 Itabus | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 05:58AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 9h52 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:26PM | Duration 4h26 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 06:01PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 12h09 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 06:02PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 12h08 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 06:23PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 11h47 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 06:46PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 9h24 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 07:46PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 9h24 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 08:46PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 9h24 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
The table below shows live departures for Cosenza to Bari buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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01 | 4:40 AM Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 4h00 | 8:40 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
01 | 4:40 AM Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 3h55 | 8:35 AM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5578+ BUS LP701+ Regionale Veloce 19842 | 5:58 AM Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 9h52 | 3:50 PM Bari Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 8:05 AM Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 4h45 | 12:50 PM Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 AM Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 4h15 | 12:20 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 AM Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 4h05 | 12:10 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
01 B | 10:00 AM Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 4h30 | 2:30 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
01 B | 10:00 AM Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 4h26 | 2:26 PM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
4404 | 1:25 PM Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 4h40 | 6:05 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 4h15 | 6:30 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 PM Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 4h15 | 9:00 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FC426 · Regionale 5574+ BUS LP986 | 6:01 PM Cosenza Campanella | 12h09 | 6:10 AM Bari Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus FC426 · Regionale 5574+ BUS LP986 | 6:02 PM Cosenza Monaco | 12h08 | 6:10 AM Bari Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 5574 · Regionale 5498+ BUS LP986 | 6:23 PM Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 11h47 | 6:10 AM Bari Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 5654+ Intercity 561+ BUS LP986 | 8:46 PM Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 9h24 | 6:10 AM Bari Centrale | 2 transfers | |
4412 | 3:25 AM Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 4h30 | 7:55 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Cosenza to Bari run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 128 miles (207 km) distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 128 miles (207 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€13) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cosenza to Bari 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 Bari, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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