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Pinacoteca Metropolitana Corrado Giaquinto
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 17
€55
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€58
Fastest journey on Sep 17
10 h
Average journey duration on Sep 17
10 h
Ferries on Sep 17
2
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Preze to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preze to Bari will cost around €58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 2 ferries from Preze to Bari, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct ferries cover the 238 km distance in an average of 10 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 10 h .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest ferries will take 10 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.




Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Preze to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of €56 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €56, while a flight costs an average of €217.
Distance: 128 nautical miles (238 km)
| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€56 Average price Cheapest | €217 Average price |
10h 11m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular ferry company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Preze to Bari:
A ferry is €161 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Preze to Bari costing on average €217.
Other travel options to Bari take longer:
Ferry takes on average 9h 11m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Adria Ferries | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Ventouris Ferries | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
The table below shows live departures for Preze to Bari ferries for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:00 PM Preze | 10h00 | 7:00 AM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Ferries from Preze to Bari run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 11m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €50 if you book in advance.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 08:00, the last at 23:58. The fastest ferry covers the 128 nautical miles (238 km) distance in 5h 30m.




Distance 128 nautical miles (238 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €50 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Fastest ferry 5h 30m |
First ferry 8:00 AM |
Last ferry 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 6 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 Preze 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 Preze to Bari ferries use the Port of Durrës to Port of Bari port pair, with some services arriving at Nuova Stazione Marittima di Bari (Terminal Crociere). Use this guide to compare Preze and Bari ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
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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