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Bari's main art museum, featuring Apulian painting and sculpture from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a grand palace.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€89
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€89
Fastest journey on Sep 18
18 h
Average journey duration on Sep 18
18 h
Ferries on Sep 18
1
Distance
526 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Patras to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Patras to Bari will cost around €89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €89.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 1 ferries from Patras to Bari, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct ferries cover the 526 km distance in an average of 18 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 18 h .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest ferries will take 18 h 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.
SUPERFAST I
SUPERFAST IOmio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Patras to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of €74 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €74, while a flight costs an average of €287.
Distance: 284 nautical miles (526 km)
Most popular Ferry | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€74 Average price Cheapest | €287 Average price | €46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 2m Average total duration 17h 2m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 4h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular ferry company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Patras to Bari:
A ferry is €212 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Patras to Bari costing on average €287.
Other travel options to Bari take longer:
Ferry takes on average 17h 2m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Superfast Ferries | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 17h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Superfast Ferries | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 18h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Patras to Bari ferries for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SUPERFAST I | 5:00 PM Port of Patras | 18h00 | 10:00 AM Nuova Stazione Marittima di Bari (Terminal Crociere) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Ferries from Patras to Bari run on average 1 times per day, taking around 17h 2m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €63 but you can travel from only €30 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:01, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 284 nautical miles (526 km) distance in 16h 30m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Patras to Bari are available to foot passengers.

Distance 284 nautical miles (526 km) |
Average sailing duration 17h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €63 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 16h 30m |
First ferry 12:01 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Bari — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bari trip today.
Bari's main art museum, featuring Apulian painting and sculpture from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a grand palace.
A contemporary art museum and cinema space in the waterfront theater, hosting rotating exhibitions by Italian and international artists.
An archaeology museum with prehistoric, Peucetian, Greek, and Roman finds that illuminate Bari and wider Puglia's ancient past.
Bari's atmospheric old town of narrow lanes, courtyards, and churches, ideal for walking and discovering everyday local life.
The monumental seaside promenade offers long walks, sea views, and landmark architecture along one of Italy's finest urban waterfronts.
A broad seafront square by the old port, excellent for people-watching, sea breezes, and views near major historic landmarks.
Fresh handmade ear-shaped pasta with a slow-cooked tomato sauce, often topped with ricotta forte or grated cheese. A signature Sunday dish in Bari homes.
Orecchiette with turnip greens, garlic, olive oil, and often anchovies or chili. It is one of Apulia's most iconic everyday pasta dishes.
A folded pizza-like street food filled with tomato and mozzarella. In Bari it is a beloved snack, especially from historic bakeries.
Elegant fine-dining restaurant serving refined Apulian cuisine with seafood focus. Polished service and a modern setting in central Bari.
Historic old-town bakery famed for Focaccia Barese, panzerotti, and classic Bari street food. Casual, busy, and very local in feel.
Traditional restaurant known for seafood, orecchiette, and Apulian home-style cooking near the old port. Rustic and long established.
Moderate for Italy. Old town stays and dining are reasonable, while summer hotels cost more. Local buses and trains are fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is often included or minimal. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is fine at cafes.
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Port of Bari -> Bari Centrale, Bari
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Patras to Bari by ferry. 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 ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bari, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Patras to Bari ferries use the Port of Patras to Port of Bari port pair, with some services arriving at Nuova Stazione Marittima di Bari (Terminal Crociere). Use this guide to compare Patras and Bari ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Patras is 2 km from Patras city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Patras has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Labyrinthos (0.3km), Aptaliko (0.5km), Salumeria Ristorante (0.7km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Patras.
Available at Port of Patras: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Port of Patras: Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Port of Bari is 2 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Bari has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Ristorante La Cecchina (0.6km), Osteria delle Travi (0.8km), La Tana del Polpo (0.9km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Bari.
Available at Port of Bari: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Port of Bari: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Bari.
Nuova Stazione Marittima di Bari (Terminal Crociere) is 2 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Nuova Stazione Marittima di Bari (Terminal Crociere) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are dining options inside the terminal.
Free Wi-Fi available within the terminal. ATMs are aTMs present inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Nuova Stazione Marittima di Bari (Terminal Crociere).
Available at Nuova Stazione Marittima di Bari (Terminal Crociere): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nuova Stazione Marittima di Bari (Terminal Crociere): Terminal equipped with facilities for disabled passengers.
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