- Must visit
Museo Sigismondo Castromediano
The region's oldest public museum, known for archaeology, medieval sculpture, paintings, and strong context for understanding Salento's cultural history.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Martina Franca to Lecce is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Martina Franca to Lecce will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
It's difficult to get from Martina Franca to Lecce without transferring at least once.
Autobus FS Sud Est 31112 · Autobus FS Sud Est 53219
Autobus FS Sud Est 31114 · Autobus FS Sud Est 35163 · PORTO CESAREO LINK FS Sud Est 83024
Autobus FS Sud Est 31112 · Autobus FS Sud Est 53219
Autobus FS Sud Est 39058 · Autobus FS Sud Est 53219
Regionale FS Sud Est 90731 · Autobus FS Sud Est 731B
Regionale FS Sud Est 90729 · Autobus FS Sud Est 729B · Regionale FS Sud Est 92351
Regionale FS Sud Est 90729 · Autobus FS Sud Est 729B
Regionale FS Sud Est 90729 · Autobus FS Sud Est 729B
Regionale FS Sud Est 90731 · Autobus FS Sud Est 731B
Autobus FS Sud Est 31112 · Autobus FS Sud Est 53219Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Martina Franca to Lecce among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 50 miles (81 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Martina Franca to Lecce:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Martina Franca to Lecce costing on average $16 (€13).
Other travel options to Lecce take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 37m.
Tickets start at around $12 (€10) compared to roughly $20 (€16) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $8 (€7). The journey takes 1h 40m versus 1h 17m 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, FlixBus, 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 Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 04:28AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 3h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 04:57AM | Arrival Time 07:48AM | Duration 2h51 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator | Departure Time 04:57AM | Arrival Time 07:48AM | Duration 2h51 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 05:28AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 3h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 05:42AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 4h38 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator | Departure Time 05:54AM | Arrival Time 08:52AM | Duration 2h58 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 05:54AM | Arrival Time 08:52AM | Duration 2h58 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 07:23AM | Arrival Time 10:18AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator | Departure Time 07:23AM | Arrival Time 10:18AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:43AM | Duration 3h23 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:47AM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:49AM | Duration 2h49 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 09:03AM | Arrival Time 11:58AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator | Departure Time 09:03AM | Arrival Time 11:58AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:01PM | Duration 3h01 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:01PM | Duration 3h01 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 04:01PM | Duration 2h56 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 04:01PM | Duration 2h56 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 02:21PM | Arrival Time 06:28PM | Duration 4h07 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator | Departure Time 02:21PM | Arrival Time 06:13PM | Duration 3h52 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 03:53PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 4h57 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 04:01PM | Arrival Time 06:53PM | Duration 2h52 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator | Departure Time 04:01PM | Arrival Time 06:53PM | Duration 2h52 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 07:18PM | Duration 2h53 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 05:43PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 2h52 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator | Departure Time 05:43PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 2h52 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 08:48PM | Duration 2h53 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 10:48PM | Duration 2h53 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 10:48PM | Duration 2h53 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Martina Franca to Lecce buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale FS Sud Est 90709 · Autobus FS Sud Est 709B | 12:00 PM Martina Franca, Stazione | 3h01 | 3:01 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale FS Sud Est 90709 · Autobus FS Sud Est 709B | 12:00 PM Martina Franca, Stazione | 3h01 | 3:01 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale FS Sud Est 90711 · Autobus FS Sud Est 711B | 1:05 PM Martina Franca, Stazione | 2h56 | 4:01 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale FS Sud Est 90711 · Autobus FS Sud Est 711B | 1:05 PM Martina Franca, Stazione | 2h56 | 4:01 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 39036 · Autobus FS Sud Est 36023 · Autobus FS Sud Est 35113 | 1:20 PM Martina Franca, C.so Italia | 4h55 | 6:15 PM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 2 transfers | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 108B+ Regionale 4423 | 2:21 PM Martina Franca, Stazione | 4h07 | 6:28 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 31060 · Autobus FS Sud Est 53221 | 3:53 PM Martina Franca, C.so Italia | 4h57 | 8:50 PM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 1 transfer | |
Regionale FS Sud Est 90715 · Autobus FS Sud Est 715B | 4:01 PM Martina Franca, Stazione | 2h52 | 6:53 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale FS Sud Est 90715 · Autobus FS Sud Est 715B | 4:01 PM Martina Franca, Stazione | 2h52 | 6:53 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale FS Sud Est 90717 · Autobus FS Sud Est 717B | 5:43 PM Martina Franca, Stazione | 2h52 | 8:35 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale FS Sud Est 90717 · Autobus FS Sud Est 717B | 5:43 PM Martina Franca, Stazione | 2h52 | 8:35 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 32042 · Autobus FS Sud Est 53221 | 6:10 PM Martina Franca, Viale Europa | 2h40 | 8:50 PM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 32042 · Autobus FS Sud Est 53221 | 6:10 PM Martina Franca, Viale Europa | 2h40 | 8:50 PM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 1 transfer | |
Regionale FS Sud Est 90719 · Autobus FS Sud Est 719B | 7:55 PM Martina Franca, Stazione | 2h53 | 10:48 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale FS Sud Est 90719 · Autobus FS Sud Est 719B | 7:55 PM Martina Franca, Stazione | 2h53 | 10:48 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 39058 · Autobus FS Sud Est 53219 | 5:25 AM Martina Franca, C.so Italia | 3h35 | 9:00 AM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 31112 · Autobus FS Sud Est 53219 | 6:00 AM Martina Franca, Viale Europa | 3h00 | 9:00 AM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 31112 · Autobus FS Sud Est 53219 | 6:00 AM Martina Franca, Viale Europa | 3h00 | 9:00 AM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 1 transfer | |
Regionale FS Sud Est 90729 · Autobus FS Sud Est 729B · Regionale FS Sud Est 92351 | 9:00 AM Martina Franca, Stazione | 2h47 | 11:47 AM Lecce station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale FS Sud Est 90729 · Autobus FS Sud Est 729B | 9:00 AM Martina Franca, Stazione | 2h49 | 11:49 AM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale FS Sud Est 90729 · Autobus FS Sud Est 729B | 9:00 AM Martina Franca, Stazione | 2h49 | 11:49 AM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Martina Franca to Lecce run on average 27 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 20:24. The fastest bus covers the 50 miles (81 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 50 miles (81 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 8:24 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Lecce — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lecce trip today.
The region's oldest public museum, known for archaeology, medieval sculpture, paintings, and strong context for understanding Salento's cultural history.
A privately run archaeological house-museum where Roman, medieval, and later layers were uncovered during renovations; a memorable small-scale look into Lecce's hidden past.
Lecce's main contemporary art and civic museum space, hosting rotating exhibitions in a central historic setting near the old town's major sights.
The city's main square and social hub, lined with historic buildings and Roman remains; ideal for orientation, people-watching, and evening atmosphere.
The Baroque old town is Lecce's essential walking area, packed with carved stone facades, small lanes, artisan shops, and photogenic corners.
One of Italy's most atmospheric cathedral squares, especially striking in the evening when the pale stone and facades are softly illuminated.
A classic Lecce street snack made with puff pastry filled with béchamel, tomato, and mozzarella. It is one of the city’s most iconic bakery specialties.
Lecce’s signature pastry, traditionally filled with custard in a shortcrust shell and often eaten warm for breakfast. It is deeply tied to local pastry culture.
A traditional Salento pasta dish with chickpeas and a mix of boiled and fried pasta pieces, giving it a distinctive texture. It is one of the best-known local first courses.
A famous casual spot in Lecce, especially known for puccia and other quick Salento specialties. It is lively, informal, and popular with both locals and visitors.
A respected wine bar and kitchen offering regional wines, cheeses, and refined Puglian plates in an elegant but relaxed setting in central Lecce.
A long-running traditional trattoria known for homemade Salento dishes, generous portions, and a warm local atmosphere near the historic center.
Generally moderate by Italian standards: meals and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels cost more in peak summer.
Service is often included or minimal. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for excellent restaurant service, and round up taxis.
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