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Major art museum on the seafront with Apulian and Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Mercogliano to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mercogliano to Bari will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 2 buses that leave Mercogliano for Bari on Thu, Jun 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 25 the direct buses cover the 178 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Thu, Jun 25 the slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Mercogliano to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 110 miles (178 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $35 Average price | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Mercogliano to Bari:
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mercogliano to Bari costing on average $35 (€29).
Other travel options to Bari take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 39m.
Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $64 (€53) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $43 (€35). The journey takes 2h 37m versus 2h 26m 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, 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 Miccolis | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Sitacampania | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sitacampania | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
The table below shows live departures for Mercogliano to Bari buses for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:10 AM Mercogliano | 4h30 | 10:40 AM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Mercogliano to Bari run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 110 miles (178 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 110 miles (178 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
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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.
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