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Teatro Margherita - Museo del Novecento
A restored sea-front theater now used for modern and contemporary art exhibitions. It is one of Bari’s most photogenic cultural venues and a popular stop on the waterfront.
Cheapest price
$129
Average price
$204
Fastest journey
23 h 15 m
Average duration
23 h 54 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
1184 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Bari will cost around $204 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $129.
Of the 13 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Bari on Thu, May 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct buses cover the 1184 km distance in an average of 23 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 23 h 15 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest buses will take 1 d 27 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.2 - 3.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, and a train costs an average of $207.
Distance: 735 miles (1184 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$107 Average price Cheapest | $297 Average price | $427 Average price | $461 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
23h 51m Average total duration 23h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 12m Average total duration 19h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.2 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.5 - 7.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Frankfurt am Main to Bari:
A bus is $190 (€153) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Bari costing on average $297 (€239).
A bus is $320 (€259) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Bari costing on average $427 (€345).
Other travel options to Bari take longer:
Train takes on average 19h 42m.
Bus takes on average 23h 21m.
Tickets start at around $107 (€86) compared to roughly $461 (€372) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $354 (€286). The journey takes 23h 21m versus 15h 25m 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 FlixBus, 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 |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 30h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $176 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 29h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $186 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 34h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $203 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 26h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 26h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 24h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 24h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 23h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 27h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 26h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 27h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:03PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 24h27 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 31h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 23h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 28h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:03PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 44h47 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $223 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:03PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 26h22 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 34h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 33h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 39h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 38h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Bari buses for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 26h30 | 6:45 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 32h35 | 12:50 PM Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:35 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 26h10 | 6:45 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 24h05 | 7:55 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 23h25 | 7:55 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 27h35 | 2:30 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 27h10 | 4:50 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 31h30 | 9:45 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 23h15 | 2:30 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 33h30 | 6:45 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 39h35 | 12:50 PM Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 3 transfers | |
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Bari run on average 11 times per day, taking around 23h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 735 miles (1184 km) distance in 23h 0m.
Distance 735 miles (1184 km) |
Average bus duration 23h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 23h 0m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Bari — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bari trip today.
A restored sea-front theater now used for modern and contemporary art exhibitions. It is one of Bari’s most photogenic cultural venues and a popular stop on the waterfront.
Bari’s main art gallery, known for Apulian paintings, religious art, and works from the 19th and 20th centuries. A strong choice for visitors interested in regional culture.
Museum and exhibition areas inside Bari’s Norman-Swabian Castle, often hosting historical displays in a major medieval setting. The site combines architecture and curated exhibits.
The atmospheric old town of narrow lanes, small squares, churches, and everyday street life. It is the heart of the city and the area most visitors should prioritize.
Bari’s iconic seafront promenade, ideal for walking, sea views, and sunset photos. It is one of the city’s signature public spaces and very popular on social media.
A famous lane in the old town where local women are often seen making fresh orecchiette by hand. It is one of Bari’s most recognizable and photographed local scenes.
Bari’s signature pasta dish of ear-shaped orecchiette with turnip tops, garlic, olive oil, and often anchovy. It is one of the city’s most iconic everyday foods.
A classic Barese baked dish layering rice, potatoes, and mussels with tomatoes, onion, and olive oil. It is a beloved home-style specialty of Bari and the wider Apulia coast.
Traditional Bari focaccia topped with tomato, olives, and olive oil, usually made with wheat flour and potato in the dough. It is one of the city’s most famous street foods.
Established restaurant offering refined Apulian cuisine with seafood and seasonal local ingredients. It is a good option for a more elegant dinner in Bari.
Popular seafood restaurant in central Bari known for octopus, raw seafood, and lively local atmosphere. A reliable choice for traditional coastal Apulian flavors.
Well-known casual spot famous for Bari street food, especially panzerotti, seafood sandwiches, and local specialties. Busy, informal, and convenient near the historic center.
Moderate by Italian standards. Food and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels and tourist dining cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or modest. Tipping is not required, but leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes or 5-10% in restaurants for good service is appreciated. Round up taxis.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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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