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Acquario di Cattolica
Cattolica's flagship aquarium in a former colony complex, showcasing marine habitats, sharks, penguins, and educational exhibits.
Cheapest price
€48
Average price
€50
Fastest journey
7 h 27 m
Average duration
7 h 43 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
462 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bari to Cattolica is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari to Cattolica will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bari for Cattolica on Fri, Aug 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 07 the direct trains cover the 462 km distance in an average of 7 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 27 m .
On Fri, Aug 07 the slowest trains will take 8 h 14 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 Bari to Cattolica among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €27, and a flight costs an average of €17.
Distance: 287 miles (462 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€44 Average price Cheapest | €115 Average price | €47 Average price | €132 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 5m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bari to Cattolica:
A train is €3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bari to Cattolica costing on average €47.
A train is €71 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bari to Cattolica costing on average €115.
Other travel options to Cattolica take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 59m.
Flight takes on average 8h 5m.
The journey is about 1h 30m faster (5h 24m by train vs 6h 54m by car) and roughly €88 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€44 vs €132). 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 to Cattolica trains for today, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 8810+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907 | 5:20 AM Bari Centrale | 5h01 | 10:21 AM Cattolica-San Giovanni-Gabicce | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 606 | 5:55 AM Bari Centrale | 5h35 | 11:30 AM Cattolica-San Giovanni-Gabicce | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806+ Intercity 606 | 6:35 AM Bari Centrale | 4h55 | 11:30 AM Cattolica-San Giovanni-Gabicce | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 608 | 8:06 AM Bari Centrale | 5h23 | 1:29 PM Cattolica-San Giovanni-Gabicce | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818+ Regionale 4238 | 9:28 AM Bari Centrale | 5h15 | 2:43 PM Cattolica-San Giovanni-Gabicce | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 610 | 9:55 AM Bari Centrale | 5h34 | 3:29 PM Cattolica-San Giovanni-Gabicce | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820 | 10:30 AM Bari Centrale | 4h31 | 3:01 PM Cattolica-San Giovanni-Gabicce | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824+ Regionale 4486 | 11:28 AM Bari Centrale | 5h16 | 4:44 PM Cattolica-San Giovanni-Gabicce | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 612 | 11:55 AM Bari Centrale | 5h34 | 5:29 PM Cattolica-San Giovanni-Gabicce | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808+ Regionale Veloce 3929 | 1:30 PM Bari Centrale | 4h52 | 6:22 PM Cattolica-San Giovanni-Gabicce | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 614 | 1:55 PM Bari Centrale | 5h34 | 7:29 PM Cattolica-San Giovanni-Gabicce | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828+ Regionale 4294 | 2:30 PM Bari Centrale | 4h46 | 7:16 PM Cattolica-San Giovanni-Gabicce | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8830+ Regionale Veloce 3932 | 4:30 PM Bari Centrale | 5h11 | 9:41 PM Cattolica-San Giovanni-Gabicce | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 754+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 | 10:10 PM Bari Centrale | 7h27 | 5:37 AM Cattolica-San Giovanni-Gabicce | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bari to Cattolica run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €17 by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:36, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 287 miles (462 km) distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 287 miles (462 km) |
Average train duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 40m |
First train 4:36 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Cattolica — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cattolica trip today.
Cattolica's flagship aquarium in a former colony complex, showcasing marine habitats, sharks, penguins, and educational exhibits.
Civic museum in Cattolica presenting local history, archaeology, and the story of the Queen's Gallery linked to the town's heritage.
Fascinating local museum in nearby Pesaro devoted to historical radio communication and broadcasting technology.
Broad beachfront promenade lined with palms, beach clubs, and open sea views; ideal for walking and people-watching.
Large regional nature park on the promontory above Cattolica, prized for trails, sea cliffs, and panoramic viewpoints.
Medieval walled village near Cattolica, excellent for strolling stone lanes, viewpoints, and craft shops around the fortress.
A soft flatbread from Romagna, cooked on a griddle and filled with squacquerone, herbs, or cured meats. It is a daily local staple across the Riviera.
Handmade pasta folded around soft cheese and served with tomato, ragù, or butter and sage. A beloved Romagna dish tied to family cooking and feast days.
Small ridged pasta traditionally served with rich meat ragù or seafood on the Adriatic coast. It is one of Romagna’s most emblematic handmade pastas.
Well-known seafood restaurant in the port area, appreciated for Adriatic fish, refined plates, and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Popular casual stop for piadina and other Romagna specialties. Ideal for a quick, authentic local meal in an informal setting.
Established Cattolica restaurant known for fresh fish, classic Romagna seafood dishes, and an elegant dining room near the seafront.
Moderate for an Adriatic resort: summer stays rise, but casual dining and local buses stay fairly reasonable versus pricier Italian beach towns.
Service is often included or modest. Round up in cafes, leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Cattolica-San Giovanni-Gabicce -> Piazza Primo Maggio, Cattolica
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari to Cattolica 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 Cattolica, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bari to Cattolica trains use the Bari Centrale to Cattolica-S. Giovanni-Gabicce station pair. Use this guide to compare Bari and Cattolica train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bari Centrale is 1 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Piccinni, La Tana Del Polpo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bari Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bari Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bari Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bari Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari Centrale: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Excelsior Bari, Grand Hotel Leon d'Oro, Hotel Adria.
Bari Zona Industriale is 2 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari Zona Industriale has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari Zona Industriale.
Bari Aeroporto is 7 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari Aeroporto 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: Ristorante Bacco, Ristorante Il Poeta Contadino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bari Aeroporto. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bari Aeroporto. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bari Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bari Aeroporto: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari Aeroporto: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Parco Dei Principi Hotel Congress & SPA, Hotel Palumbo Masseria Sant'Anna, Vittoria Parc Hotel.
Cattolica-S. Giovanni-Gabicce has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Gente Di Mare, Osteria del Porto
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Cattolica-S. Giovanni-Gabicce. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Cattolica-S. Giovanni-Gabicce. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cattolica-S. Giovanni-Gabicce: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cattolica-S. Giovanni-Gabicce: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cattolica-S. Giovanni-Gabicce: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Metropol, Hotel Ines, Hotel Luxor Beach.
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