- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale delle Marche
Major archaeological museum in Palazzo Ferretti with important Piceni, Greek, and Roman collections from across the Marche region.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bari Centrale to Ancona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, and a train costs an average of $43.
Distance: 242 miles (390 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$88 Average price | $56 Average price Cheapest | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bari Centrale to Ancona:
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bari Centrale to Ancona costing on average $88 (€71).
Other travel options to Ancona take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 53m.
The journey is about 11m faster (4h 9m by train vs 4h 20m by car) and roughly $6 (€5) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($88 (€71) vs $94 (€76)). 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, Frecciarossa.
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 Bari Centrale to Ancona trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:35 AM Bari Centrale | 3h50 | 10:25 AM Ancona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Bari Centrale | 3h52 | 11:22 AM Ancona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:06 AM Bari Centrale | 4h29 | 12:35 PM Ancona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Bari Centrale | 3h52 | 12:22 PM Ancona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Bari Centrale | 3h52 | 1:22 PM Ancona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:55 AM Bari Centrale | 4h40 | 2:35 PM Ancona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Bari Centrale | 3h52 | 2:22 PM Ancona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bari Centrale to Ancona run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 16:30. The fastest train covers the 242 miles (390 km) distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 242 miles (390 km) |
Average train duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 3h 50m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 4:30 PM |
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Major archaeological museum in Palazzo Ferretti with important Piceni, Greek, and Roman collections from across the Marche region.
Innovative tactile museum inside Mole Vanvitelliana, designed for inclusive exploration of sculptures, models, and art through touch.
Ancona’s main civic art gallery, known for works by Francesco Podesti and paintings spanning the Renaissance to the modern era.
Famous seaside promenade and cliff area with the monumental stairway, caves, and one of Ancona’s most photographed views.
Lively historic square, often called Piazza del Papa, surrounded by significant buildings and central to city life.
Large park on the headland with sea views, military traces, open green space, and popular sunset walks.
Ancona's traditional fish stew, usually made with multiple Adriatic fish and seafood, tomato, vinegar, and toasted bread. It is one of the city's signature seaside dishes.
A classic local preparation of stockfish slowly cooked with potatoes, tomatoes, olive oil, and herbs. It is one of the most emblematic dishes of Ancona's home-style cooking.
Wild mussels from the Portonovo bay area, prized for their intense flavor and protected local tradition. They are often served simply to highlight their freshness.
Well-regarded contemporary restaurant in Ancona known for refined seafood dishes, tasting menus, and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Established osteria appreciated for traditional Marche cooking, pasta, and seafood in a warm, rustic setting near the historic center.
Popular seafood-focused restaurant with modern presentation and a stylish atmosphere, often chosen for creative Adriatic fish dishes.
Moderate by Italian standards. Coffee and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and seafood restaurants near the port cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not obligatory, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 for good service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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