- 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
$67
Average price
$115
Fastest journey
11 h 35 m
Average duration
11 h 57 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
655 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Siena to Lecce is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Siena to Lecce will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
Of the 13 buses that leave Siena for Lecce on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 655 km distance in an average of 11 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 35 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 12 h 10 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Siena to Lecce among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 406 miles (655 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$41 Average price Cheapest | $98 Average price | $74 Average price | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 50m Average total duration 11h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 15m Average total duration 10h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Siena to Lecce:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Siena to Lecce costing on average $74 (€60).
A bus is $57 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Siena to Lecce costing on average $98 (€80).
Other travel options to Lecce take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 45m.
Bus takes on average 11h 20m.
Tickets start at around $41 (€34) compared to roughly $72 (€59) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $31 (€26). The journey takes 11h 20m versus 7h 41m 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 Itabus, 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 FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $159 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $138 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $138 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $138 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:51PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 15h54 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $98 |
The table below shows live departures for Siena to Lecce buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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2125 · 1101 | 4:25 PM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 16h15 | 8:40 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
2401 · 1101 | 5:55 PM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 14h45 | 8:40 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:25 PM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 12h20 | 6:45 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 PM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 16h05 | 10:45 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
108 | 8:30 PM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 12h30 | 9:00 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 16h05 | 2:30 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 AM Siena, P.za Gramsc | 13h25 | 8:15 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 AM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 13h15 | 8:15 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 AM Siena, Siena/Viale Pietro Toselli | 13h05 | 8:15 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 AM Siena, P.za Gramsc | 12h20 | 10:55 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 12h10 | 10:55 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 AM Siena, Siena/Viale Pietro Toselli | 12h00 | 10:55 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 2 transfers | |
207 | 11:05 AM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 11h35 | 10:40 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 PM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 11h55 | 12:35 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:51 PM Siena, Siena/Viale Pietro Toselli | 15h54 | 6:45 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Siena to Lecce run on average 17 times per day, taking around 11h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:39. The fastest bus covers the 406 miles (655 km) distance in 11h 35m.
Distance 406 miles (655 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 35m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:39 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 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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Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) -> Lecce Railway Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Siena 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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