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Museo Diocesano
Monopoli’s main civic museum preserves local archaeology, paintings, and historical collections inside the old town’s cultural complex.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€29
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€36
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 27 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 41 m
Trains on Sep 19
2
Distance
428 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ancona to Monopoli is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ancona to Monopoli will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 trains from Ancona to Monopoli, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 428 km distance in an average of 5 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 27 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 5 h 54 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 Ancona to Monopoli among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €53, while a bus costs an average of €99.
Distance: 265 miles (428 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€53 Average price Cheapest | €99 Average price | €84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 4m Average total duration 12h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ancona to Monopoli:
A train is €46 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ancona to Monopoli costing on average €99.
Other travel options to Monopoli take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 34m.
The journey is about 13m faster (4h 55m by train vs 5h 8m by car) and roughly €31 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€53 vs €84). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Intercity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Ancona to Monopoli trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:39 AM Ancona | 4h56 | 1:35 PM Monopoli | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
![]() | 12:50 AM Ancona | 5h27 | 6:17 AM Monopoli | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:56 AM Ancona | 5h54 | 6:50 AM Monopoli | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Ancona to Monopoli run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:42, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 265 miles (428 km) distance in 4h 17m.
Distance 265 miles (428 km) |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 4h 17m |
First train 1:42 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
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Discover the best of Monopoli — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Monopoli trip today.
Monopoli’s main civic museum preserves local archaeology, paintings, and historical collections inside the old town’s cultural complex.
This museum inside the castle presents local history through exhibitions in a dramatic seafront fortress setting.
An exhibition venue hosting rotating contemporary art, photography, and cultural events in a refined historic setting.
Monopoli’s postcard-perfect old harbor is lined with blue fishing boats, stone quays, and some of the city’s best views.
The historic center is a maze of whitewashed lanes, courtyards, and churches, perfect for walking and spontaneous discoveries.
A seafront promenade with breezy views, benches, and access to bastions, ideal for sunset walks beside the Adriatic.
Hand-shaped fresh pasta traditionally served with tomato sauce, caciocavallo or turnip tops. A hallmark of Apulian home cooking found across Monopoli.
Raw or lightly marinated local seafood such as shrimp, octopus, mussels or shellfish. It reflects Monopoli's long fishing tradition and very fresh daily catch.
Rice, potatoes and mussels baked in layers with tomato, onion and breadcrumbs. A beloved Bari area dish also common on Monopoli family tables.
Refined seafood-focused dining in an elegant setting inside a historic palazzo. Known for creative Puglian tasting menus and polished service.
Well-known casual seafood restaurant near the old town, appreciated for fresh catch, raw seafood and classic Apulian coastal dishes.
Popular traditional spot serving orecchiette, grilled fish and local specialties in a relaxed, rustic atmosphere close to the center.
Moderate for Puglia: stays rise in summer, dining is fair, and local trains are affordable versus larger Italian tourist cities.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Monopoli Station -> Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, Monopoli
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ancona to Monopoli by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Monopoli, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ancona to Monopoli trains use the Ancona to Monopoli station pair. Use this guide to compare Ancona and Monopoli train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ancona is 1 km from Ancona city centre. Public transport options include:
Ancona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Little Italy, Trattoria da Nordio
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ancona. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ancona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ancona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ancona: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ancona: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Ancona, Grand Hotel Palace, SeePort Hotel.
Varano is 2 km from Ancona city centre. Public transport options include:
Varano has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Varano.
ATMs are available at Varano.
Available at Varano: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Varano.
Monopoli has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: METAe, Angolocinque Restaurant
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Monopoli. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Monopoli.
Available at Monopoli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Monopoli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Monopoli: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Don Ferrante - Dimore di charme, Palazzo Indelli, Hotel Vecchio Mulino.
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