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Museo Castello Aragonese di Otranto
Museum inside the castle presenting temporary art and history exhibitions in evocative defensive spaces. A strong cultural stop in the old town.
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Lecce to Otranto
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$4
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$4
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 42 m
Buses on Sep 19
8
Distance
35 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lecce to Otranto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lecce to Otranto will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Fast buses
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 8 buses from Lecce to Otranto, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 35 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 2 h 5 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.
Autobus FS Sud Est 790232:20 PM1h20Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport3:40 PMOtranto$41One-way0 transfers- Autobus FS Sud Est 790315:55 PM2h05Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport8:00 PMOtranto$41One-way0 transfers
- Autobus FS Sud Est 790191:15 PM2h15Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport3:30 PMOtranto$41One-way0 transfers
- Autobus FS Sud Est 89007 · Autobus FS Sud Est 790191:25 PM2h05Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport3:30 PMOtranto$41One-way1 transfer
- Autobus FS Sud Est 78025 · Autobus FS Sud Est 7901512:50 PM1h25Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport2:15 PMOtranto$41One-way1 transfer
- Autobus FS Sud Est 790232:20 PM1h20Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport3:40 PMOtranto$41One-way0 transfers
- Autobus FS Sud Est 78025 · Autobus FS Sud Est 7901512:50 PM1h25Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport2:15 PMOtranto$41One-way1 transfer
- Autobus FS Sud Est 901B · Autobus FS Sud Est 961B5:10 AM1h48Lecce station6:58 AMOtranto station$61One-way1 transfer
- Autobus FS Sud Est 78007 · Autobus FS Sud Est 790336:20 AM1h50Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport8:10 AMOtranto$41One-way1 transfer
- Autobus FS Sud Est 790315:55 PM2h05Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport8:00 PMOtranto$41One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lecce to Otranto
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lecce to Otranto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, while a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 21 miles (35 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
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$5 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 36m 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.
The cheapest way to travel from Lecce to Otranto is a train with an average price of $5.
The fastest way to travel from Lecce to Otranto is by train with an average journey time of 1h 23m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lecce and Otranto including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lecce to Otranto among Omio's users.
Lecce to Otranto Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 06:58AM | Duration 1h48 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 01:58PM | Duration 2h23 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Live departures
Lecce to Otranto bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lecce to Otranto buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autobus FS Sud Est 79023 | 2:20 PM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 1h20 | 3:40 PM Otranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus FS Sud Est 79031 | 5:55 PM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 2h05 | 8:00 PM Otranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
| Autobus FS Sud Est 901B · Autobus FS Sud Est 961B | 5:10 AM Lecce station | 1h48 | 6:58 AM Otranto station | 1 transfer | |
| Autobus FS Sud Est 78007 · Autobus FS Sud Est 79033 | 6:20 AM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 1h50 | 8:10 AM Otranto | 1 transfer | |
| Autobus FS Sud Est 78019 · Autobus FS Sud Est 969B | 11:35 AM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 2h23 | 1:58 PM Otranto station | 1 transfer | |
| Autobus FS Sud Est 78025 · Autobus FS Sud Est 79015 | 12:50 PM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 1h25 | 2:15 PM Otranto | 1 transfer | |
| Autobus FS Sud Est 79019 | 1:15 PM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 2h15 | 3:30 PM Otranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus FS Sud Est 89007 · Autobus FS Sud Est 79019 | 1:25 PM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 2h05 | 3:30 PM Otranto | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lecce to Otranto
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Take a bus from Lecce to Otranto and enjoy the approximately 21 miles (35 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 05:10, the last at 20:45.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Distance 21 miles (35 km) |
First bus 5:10 AM |
Last bus 8:45 PM |
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Train from $5
Complete guide to Otranto
Things to do in Otranto
Discover the best of Otranto — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Otranto trip today.
- Recommended
Museo Diocesano di Otranto
Diocesan museum preserving sacred art, manuscripts, and liturgical objects tied to Otranto’s cathedral tradition and regional faith history.
Museo della Cattedrale di Otranto
Exhibition area focused on the cathedral mosaic and medieval symbolism. Useful for visitors wanting deeper context beyond the church visit.
- Must visit
Bastioni di Otranto
Main old-town waterfront walk with sea panoramas, walls, and access to the historic center. A classic route for first-time visitors.
- Must visit
Centro Storico di Otranto
Historic center of white stone lanes, arches, and artisan corners. The best place to absorb Otranto’s layered coastal character on foot.
- Must visit
Baia dei Turchi
Coastal natural area south of town with striking cliffs and clear water. Popular for walking, viewpoints, and a more rugged landscape.
- Vegetarian
Ciceri E Tria
A rustic chickpea and mixed pasta soup from Salento, often cooked in an earthen pot. It is a humble local staple linked to home cooking and peasant tradition.
Spaghetti Ai Ricci Di Mare
Fresh sea urchin roe served raw over spaghetti or linguine. It is prized on the Adriatic coast for its intense briny flavor and strong tie to local fishing.
- Vegetarian
Sagne 'Ncannulate Con Ricotta Forte
Small shell-shaped pasta with a rich tomato sauce and ricotta forte, a sharp fermented cheese. It is a distinctive Salento flavor found across local trattorias.
L'Altro Baffo
Refined seafood restaurant known for creative Puglian tasting menus, polished service, and an elegant setting near Otranto's historic center.
Ristorante Pezzo Vecchio
Historic, traditional restaurant serving Salento classics and local seafood in a relaxed old-town atmosphere with a long-standing reputation.
Ristorante Al Mare
Well-known seaside venue focused on fresh fish, shellfish, and regional dishes, appreciated for its scenic location and classic coastal style.
Euro (€)
Moderate for coastal Italy: summer stays rise, but dining is fair. Local buses are low cost, while seaside hotels and peak-season restaurants cost more.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for pizza, panini, or casual takeaway.
- Mid-range
- €18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €50-90 per person for upscale seafood dining.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or rounded in. Restaurants: leave €1-5 for good service. Cafes: round up or leave small change. Taxis: round up the fare; extra tipping is not expected.
FAQs: Bus from Lecce to Otranto
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