- Must visit
Museo Sigismondo Castromediano
The regional archaeology and art museum of Puglia, with Messapian finds, Roman objects and paintings. One of the best places to understand Salento’s history.
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Racale to Lecce is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Racale to Lecce will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 4 buses that leave Racale for Lecce on Thu, Jul 09, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 09 the direct buses cover the 44 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Thu, Jul 09 the slowest buses will take 3 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Racale 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 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$6 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m 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 Racale to Lecce:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Racale to Lecce costing on average $8 (€7).
Other travel options to Lecce take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 1m.
Tickets start at around $6 (€5) compared to roughly $11 (€9) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $5 (€4). The journey takes 1h 20m versus 44m 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.
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 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 06:52AM | Arrival Time 09:18AM | Duration 2h26 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 08:24AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 1h21 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator | Departure Time 08:24AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 1h21 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 09:28AM | Arrival Time 12:28PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 11:09AM | Arrival Time 03:08PM | Duration 3h59 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 03:32PM | Duration 4h07 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 11:39AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h01 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator | Departure Time 12:08PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 3h32 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 12:08PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 3h32 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 12:09PM | Arrival Time 04:08PM | Duration 3h59 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator | Departure Time 01:13PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 2h32 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 02:31PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h19 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator | Departure Time 02:31PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h19 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 03:34PM | Arrival Time 06:06PM | Duration 2h32 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 03:56PM | Arrival Time 07:01PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator | Departure Time 04:28PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h12 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 04:28PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h12 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 04:56PM | Arrival Time 08:01PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 06:33PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 2h07 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator | Departure Time 06:33PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 2h07 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 07:37PM | Arrival Time 10:16PM | Duration 2h39 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
The table below shows live departures for Racale to Lecce buses for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus FS Sud Est 817B · Autobus FS Sud Est 762B · Regionale FS Sud Est 92362 | 6:52 AM Racale - Alliste | 2h26 | 9:18 AM Lecce station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 816B · Autobus FS Sud Est 870B1 | 8:24 AM Racale - Alliste | 1h21 | 9:45 AM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 870B1 · Autobus FS Sud Est 816B | 8:24 AM Racale - Alliste | 1h21 | 9:45 AM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 819B · Autobus FS Sud Est 770B · Regionale FS Sud Est 92370 | 9:28 AM Racale - Alliste | 3h00 | 12:28 PM Lecce station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 818B · Autobus FS Sud Est 872B | 10:20 AM Racale - Alliste | 2h20 | 12:40 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 818B · Autobus FS Sud Est 872B | 10:20 AM Racale - Alliste | 2h20 | 12:40 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 821B · Autobus FS Sud Est 768B · Regionale FS Sud Est 92368 | 11:25 AM Racale - Alliste | 4h07 | 3:32 PM Lecce station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 820B · Autobus FS Sud Est 876B | 12:08 PM Racale - Alliste | 3h32 | 3:40 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 820B · Autobus FS Sud Est 876B | 12:08 PM Racale - Alliste | 3h32 | 3:40 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 73028 · Autobus FS Sud Est 823B | 1:13 PM Racale - Alliste | 2h32 | 3:45 PM Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 822B · Autobus FS Sud Est 878B | 2:31 PM Racale - Alliste | 2h19 | 4:50 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 822B · Autobus FS Sud Est 878B | 2:31 PM Racale - Alliste | 2h19 | 4:50 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 825B · Autobus FS Sud Est 772B · Regionale FS Sud Est 92372 | 3:34 PM Racale - Alliste | 2h32 | 6:06 PM Lecce station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 824B · Autobus FS Sud Est 882B | 4:28 PM Racale - Alliste | 2h12 | 6:40 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 824B · Autobus FS Sud Est 882B | 4:28 PM Racale - Alliste | 2h12 | 6:40 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 826B · Autobus FS Sud Est 886B | 6:33 PM Racale - Alliste | 2h07 | 8:40 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 826B · Autobus FS Sud Est 886B | 6:33 PM Racale - Alliste | 2h07 | 8:40 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 829B · Autobus FS Sud Est 778B · Regionale FS Sud Est 92378 | 7:37 PM Racale - Alliste | 2h39 | 10:16 PM Lecce station | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Racale to Lecce run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:18, the last at 19:36. The fastest bus covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 5:18 AM |
Last bus 7:36 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 regional archaeology and art museum of Puglia, with Messapian finds, Roman objects and paintings. One of the best places to understand Salento’s history.
A private archaeological house museum revealing Messapian, Roman and medieval layers discovered during renovations. A compact, unusual stop in Lecce’s historic center.
Lecce’s main contemporary art and civic museum, hosting exhibitions in a former monastery complex near the old town. Good choice for modern culture beyond Baroque landmarks.
The atmospheric historic center is packed with Baroque facades, small lanes and lively squares. It is the essential area for first-time visitors.
Lecce’s main public square, surrounded by historic buildings, the Roman amphitheater and city life. A natural base for sightseeing and people-watching.
A striking enclosed piazza that feels especially beautiful in the evening, when the Baroque architecture is softly illuminated. One of Lecce’s most photogenic spaces.
A classic Lecce street snack made with puff pastry, béchamel, tomato, and mozzarella. It is one of the city’s most recognizable savory bites.
Lecce’s signature pastry, filled with creamy custard in a shortcrust shell. Traditionally eaten warm for breakfast or with coffee.
A local coffee specialty made with espresso over ice and sweetened with almond milk. It is especially popular in the hot Salento climate.
A respected wine bar and restaurant focusing on Puglian wines and regional plates, with an intimate setting near Lecce’s historic center.
A famous casual stop for puccia salentina, loved for its quick service, local flavors, and lively old-town atmosphere.
A long-established traditional trattoria known for homemade Salento dishes, generous portions, and a warm rustic atmosphere in central Lecce.
Generally moderate by Italian standards. Cafes and casual meals are affordable, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or minimal. Tipping is not required, but leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes or 5-10% at restaurants for great service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Racale to Lecce 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 Lecce, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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