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Museum of Preclassical Civilizations of the Southern Murgia
City museum in a former Carmelite monastery, known for archaeology from the Murgia area and the finds linked to the prehistoric Ostuni Woman burial.
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
5 h 49 m
Average duration
6 h 1 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
463 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ancona to Ostuni is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ancona to Ostuni will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 3 trains that leave Ancona for Ostuni on Mon, Jun 01, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct trains cover the 463 km distance in an average of 6 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 49 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest trains will take 6 h 21 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 Ostuni among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $31, and a bus costs an average of $35.
Distance: 287 miles (463 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$57 Average price Cheapest | $79 Average price | $111 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 45m Average total duration 15h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ancona to Ostuni:
A train is $22 (€18) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ancona to Ostuni costing on average $79 (€64).
Other travel options to Ostuni take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 15m.
The journey is about 18m faster (5h 17m by train vs 5h 35m by car) and roughly $54 (€44) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($57 (€46) vs $111 (€90)). 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 Notte.
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 Ostuni trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:56 AM Ancona | 6h21 | 7:17 AM Ostuni | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:46 AM Ancona | 5h53 | 7:39 AM Ostuni | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:50 AM Ancona | 5h49 | 7:39 AM Ostuni | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Ancona to Ostuni run on average 21 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:42, the last at 21:16. The fastest train covers the 287 miles (463 km) distance in 5h 49m.
Distance 287 miles (463 km) |
Average train duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 5h 49m |
First train 1:42 AM |
Last train 9:16 PM |
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City museum in a former Carmelite monastery, known for archaeology from the Murgia area and the finds linked to the prehistoric Ostuni Woman burial.
Archaeological site and museum area outside the center, famous for the Paleolithic burial of the Ostuni Woman and the sanctuary setting.
Small museum near the cathedral displaying sacred art, liturgical objects, manuscripts, and works tied to the religious history of Ostuni.
Ostuni's main square and social hub, surrounded by major landmarks and ideal for starting a walk through the White City.
The whitewashed old town is a maze of stairways, arches, alleys, and viewpoints that defines the city's image and appeal.
Atmospheric route climbing toward the cathedral, lined with white houses, artisan details, and classic postcard views.
Hand-shaped pasta with turnip greens, olive oil, garlic, and chili. A signature Puglian dish widely eaten around Ostuni.
Creamy fava bean purée served with wild chicory. A humble, classic dish of rural Puglia and very common in the area.
Small rolled pork meat bites, often stuffed with cheese and grilled. A beloved local specialty from the Itria Valley near Ostuni.
Well-known restaurant in Ostuni's historic center, famous for Apulian classics, local seafood, and atmospheric cave-like dining rooms.
Popular traditional restaurant known for local pasta, grilled meats, and a cozy old-town atmosphere.
Refined rooftop dining venue at a luxury hotel, offering polished regional cuisine and panoramic views over the White City.
Moderate for Italy: coffee and casual meals are reasonable, while summer lodging and tourist-area dining cost more.
Service is often included or modest. Round up small bills, leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxis; tipping is not expected for coffee bars.
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