- Must visit
Museo Sigismondo Castromediano
The major archaeological museum of Salento, with Messapian, Greek and Roman finds plus artworks from southern Apulia. A strong choice for understanding the region beyond Lecce’s baroque facades.
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Presicce to Lecce is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Presicce to Lecce will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 5 buses that leave Presicce for Lecce on Mon, Jun 01, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct buses cover the 51 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest buses will take 2 h 32 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 Presicce to Lecce among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 31 miles (51 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Presicce to Lecce:
A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Presicce to Lecce costing on average $9 (€7).
Other travel options to Lecce take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 14m.
Tickets start at around $7 (€6) compared to roughly $12 (€10) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $5 (€4). The journey takes 1h 37m versus 52m 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, 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 Trenitalia | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator | Departure Time 06:48AM | Arrival Time 09:18AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 07:17AM | Arrival Time 09:47AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator | Departure Time 08:16AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h44 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 08:16AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h44 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 12:28PM | Duration 2h43 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 12:28PM | Duration 2h43 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator | Departure Time 11:12AM | Arrival Time 02:02PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 11:12AM | Arrival Time 02:02PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 12:02PM | Arrival Time 02:32PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 12:36PM | Arrival Time 03:08PM | Duration 2h32 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator | Departure Time 01:02PM | Arrival Time 03:32PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 01:02PM | Arrival Time 03:32PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 01:36PM | Arrival Time 04:08PM | Duration 2h32 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 01:51PM | Arrival Time 05:51PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 05:51PM | Duration 3h41 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator | Departure Time 03:26PM | Arrival Time 06:06PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 03:26PM | Arrival Time 06:06PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator | Departure Time 04:41PM | Arrival Time 07:19PM | Duration 2h38 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 04:41PM | Arrival Time 07:19PM | Duration 2h38 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 09:01PM | Duration 2h41 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 09:01PM | Duration 2h41 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 07:38PM | Arrival Time 10:16PM | Duration 2h38 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator | Departure Time 07:38PM | Arrival Time 10:16PM | Duration 2h38 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
The table below shows live departures for Presicce to Lecce buses for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:36 PM Presicce | 2h32 | 3:08 PM Lecce | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:36 PM Presicce | 2h32 | 4:08 PM Lecce | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 1 | |||||
![]() | 3:45 AM Presicce | 1h50 | 5:35 AM Lecce | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 AM Presicce | 1h55 | 6:55 AM Lecce | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Presicce | 1h55 | 7:55 AM Lecce | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Presicce to Lecce run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:18, the last at 19:38. The fastest bus covers the 31 miles (51 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 31 miles (51 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 5:18 AM |
Last bus 7:38 PM |
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Discover the best of Lecce — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lecce trip today.
The major archaeological museum of Salento, with Messapian, Greek and Roman finds plus artworks from southern Apulia. A strong choice for understanding the region beyond Lecce’s baroque facades.
A privately run archaeological house-museum where accidental renovations revealed Messapian, Roman and medieval layers beneath a family home. Small but memorable for its intimate, unusual setting.
Lecce’s main contemporary art museum, housed in a former monastery complex near the center. It hosts rotating exhibitions and cultural events in a refined historic setting.
One of Lecce’s most beautiful spaces, an enclosed baroque square that feels theatrical and serene, especially in the evening. It is among the city’s essential photo spots.
The city’s main square and social hub, surrounded by historic buildings, cafes and the visible remains of the Roman amphitheater. It is the natural center of daily life in Lecce.
The historic center is a dense network of baroque streets, courtyards and limestone facades best explored on foot. It is the core experience of visiting Lecce.
A classic Lecce street snack: flaky pastry filled with béchamel, tomato, and mozzarella. It is one of the city’s most iconic bakery foods.
Lecce’s signature pastry, made with shortcrust dough and filled with custard. Traditionally eaten warm for breakfast with coffee.
A local coffee specialty of espresso served with ice and almond syrup. It is especially popular in the hot Salento climate.
A popular casual spot famous for puccia sandwiches with classic local fillings. Busy, informal, and ideal for a quick authentic bite.
An established restaurant offering refined interpretations of Salento cuisine with strong local ingredients and a more polished atmosphere.
A well-known traditional trattoria serving hearty Salento classics in a rustic, home-style setting near Lecce’s historic center.
Generally moderate for Italy: coffee and casual meals are affordable, while central hotels and upscale dining cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or modest. Tipping is not obligatory; round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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