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Museo Civico di Galatone
Municipal collection presenting local history, documents, and cultural memory, useful as an introduction to Galatone and its surrounding territory.
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
51 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lecce to Galatone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lecce to Galatone will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 5 buses that leave Lecce for Galatone on Fri, Aug 28, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 28 the direct buses cover the 25 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
On Fri, Aug 28 the slowest buses will take 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lecce to Galatone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $3, and a bus costs an average of $3.
Distance: 15 miles (25 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$4 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tickets start at around $4 compared to roughly $6 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $1. The journey takes 1h 6m versus 30m 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 BlaBlaCar, S.T.P. di Terra d' Otranto, Ferrovie del Sud Est e Servizi Automobilistici 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 01:50AM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 08:04AM | Duration 1h29 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:54AM | Duration 1h24 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 02:09PM | Duration 1h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 03:09PM | Duration 1h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 06:19PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h31 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
The table below shows live departures for Lecce to Galatone buses for today, Thursday, August 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus FS Sud Est 79001 · Autobus FS Sud Est 82025 | 6:15 AM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 0h55 | 7:10 AM Galatone | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 71001 | 6:25 AM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 0h55 | 7:20 AM Galatone | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 763B1 · Autobus FS Sud Est 763B | 6:35 AM Lecce station | 1h29 | 8:04 AM Galatone Citta' | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 765B1 · Autobus FS Sud Est 765B | 8:20 AM Lecce station | 1h25 | 9:45 AM Galatone Citta' | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 767B1 · Autobus FS Sud Est 767B | 9:30 AM Lecce station | 1h24 | 10:54 AM Galatone Citta' | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 71007 | 12:15 PM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 0h45 | 1:00 PM Galatone | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 71011 | 1:00 PM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 0h50 | 1:50 PM Galatone | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 771B1 · Autobus FS Sud Est 771B | 1:05 PM Lecce station | 1h15 | 2:20 PM Galatone Citta' | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 71035 | 1:10 PM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 0h35 | 1:45 PM Galatone | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 772B · Autobus FS Sud Est 73029 | 2:10 PM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 2h30 | 4:40 PM Galatone Citta' | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 71023 | 2:10 PM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 0h45 | 2:55 PM Galatone | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 773B1 · Autobus FS Sud Est 773B | 3:40 PM Lecce station | 1h25 | 5:05 PM Galatone Citta' | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 775B1 · Autobus FS Sud Est 775B | 6:19 PM Lecce station | 1h31 | 7:50 PM Galatone Citta' | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 71027 | 7:00 PM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 0h55 | 7:55 PM Galatone | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 777B1 · Autobus FS Sud Est 777B | 7:30 PM Lecce station | 1h35 | 9:05 PM Galatone Citta' | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Lecce to Galatone run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $3 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:18, the last at 20:52. The fastest bus covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 5:18 AM |
Last bus 8:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Galatone — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Galatone trip today.
Municipal collection presenting local history, documents, and cultural memory, useful as an introduction to Galatone and its surrounding territory.
Ecclesiastical display space connected to the sanctuary, with sacred objects and art that illuminate Galatone's long devotional traditions.
Small local heritage exhibition area highlighting religious furnishings and artworks associated with the historic mother church.
Main square of the historic center, framed by churches and civic buildings, ideal for orienting yourself and absorbing local daily life.
Historic center district best explored on foot for Baroque churches, gateways, palaces, and a strong sense of local identity.
Neighborhood area around the sanctuary, especially appealing during festivals and evening walks when the square and façades feel most lively.
Ciceri e tria is a classic Salento pasta with chickpeas, mixing boiled and fried strips for contrast. It is a symbol of humble local home cooking.
Pitta di patate is a baked potato pie layered with tomato, onion, olives and cheese. It is a beloved rustic dish across Salento homes and bakeries.
Frisella is a ring-shaped baked bread softened with water and topped with tomato, olive oil and oregano. It is a staple summer snack in Salento.
Established restaurant in Galatone known for Salento seafood and regional pasta in a polished but welcoming setting.
Well-regarded restaurant focused on seafood and southern Italian cooking, with a relaxed dining room and reliable local flavors.
Traditional local venue serving Apulian dishes, pizza and hearty classics in a casual atmosphere popular with residents.
Moderate for Puglia. Stays and dining are often cheaper than major Italian tourist cities, while transport is limited and a car may add cost.
Tipping is not mandatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafes, small change is enough.
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Stazione di Galatone -> Piazza San Sebastiano, Galatone
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lecce to Galatone 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 Galatone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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