- Must visit
Museo Casa Natale di Giacomo Puccini
Set in the birthplace of composer Giacomo Puccini, this museum displays personal items and documents from his early life.
Cheapest price
€51
Average price
€64
Fastest journey
10 h 17 m
Average duration
10 h 22 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
602 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bari to Lucca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari to Lucca will cost around €64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bari for Lucca on Wed, Aug 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 602 km distance in an average of 10 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 17 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 10 h 31 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 Lucca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €39.
Distance: 374 miles (602 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€67 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest | €47 Average price | €185 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 26m Average total duration 8h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 33m Average total duration 11h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bari to Lucca:
A flight is €27 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bari to Lucca costing on average €47.
A flight is €47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bari to Lucca costing on average €67.
Other travel options to Lucca take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 56m.
Bus takes on average 11h 3m.
Tickets start at around €67 compared to roughly €185 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €119. The journey takes 8h 56m versus 7h 39m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bari to Lucca trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 610 · Intercity 594+ Regionale 34122 | 9:55 AM Bari Centrale | 10h32 | 8:27 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 610+ Regionale 34124+ 8923 | 9:55 AM Bari Centrale | 10h45 | 8:40 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 610+ Regionale 34122+ 8923 | 9:55 AM Bari Centrale | 10h32 | 8:27 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 610+ Regionale 34122+ 8963 | 9:55 AM Bari Centrale | 10h32 | 8:27 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820+ Regionale 34118+ 8919 | 10:30 AM Bari Centrale | 8h59 | 7:29 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820+ Regionale 34122+ 8923 | 10:30 AM Bari Centrale | 9h57 | 8:27 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820+ Regionale 34122+ 9947 | 10:30 AM Bari Centrale | 9h57 | 8:27 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 8525+ Regionale 34122 | 11:28 AM Bari Centrale | 8h59 | 8:27 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824+ Regionale 34124+ 8923 | 11:28 AM Bari Centrale | 9h12 | 8:40 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824+ Regionale 34124+ 9951 | 11:28 AM Bari Centrale | 9h12 | 8:40 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824+ Regionale 34122+ 8923 | 11:28 AM Bari Centrale | 8h59 | 8:27 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 612 · Intercity 599+ Regionale 34134 | 11:55 AM Bari Centrale | 11h03 | 10:58 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 612+ Regionale 34134+ 9959 | 11:55 AM Bari Centrale | 11h03 | 10:58 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 612+ Regionale 34134+ 8967 | 11:55 AM Bari Centrale | 11h03 | 10:58 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 612+ Regionale 34130+ 8967 | 11:55 AM Bari Centrale | 9h45 | 9:40 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9430+ Regionale 34126+ FRECCIARGENTO 8314 | 12:35 PM Bari Centrale | 8h48 | 9:23 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808+ Regionale 18536+ 9959 | 1:30 PM Bari Centrale | 9h59 | 11:29 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808+ Regionale 34134+ 9959 | 1:30 PM Bari Centrale | 9h28 | 10:58 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808+ Regionale 18536+ 8965 | 1:30 PM Bari Centrale | 9h59 | 11:29 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9560+ Regionale 34134 | 2:10 PM Bari Centrale | 8h48 | 10:58 PM Lucca station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828+ Regionale 17851 · Regionale 18536 | 2:30 PM Bari Centrale | 8h59 | 11:29 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828+ Regionale 18536+ 9961 | 2:30 PM Bari Centrale | 8h59 | 11:29 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828+ Regionale 18536+ 8965 | 2:30 PM Bari Centrale | 8h59 | 11:29 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 704+ InterCityNotte 796+ Regionale 83671 | 4:05 PM Bari Centrale | 13h52 | 5:57 AM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 752+ Regionale 17855 · Regionale 34078 | 9:45 PM Bari Centrale | 10h56 | 8:41 AM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 754+ Regionale 17807 · Regionale 34080 | 10:10 PM Bari Centrale | 11h18 | 9:28 AM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 7:06 AM Bari | 10h17 | 5:23 PM Lucca | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Bari to Lucca run on average 13 times per day, taking around 8h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €39 but you can travel from only €20 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 374 miles (602 km) distance in 8h 19m.
Distance 374 miles (602 km) |
Average train duration 8h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €39 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 8h 19m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
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Discover the best of Lucca — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lucca trip today.
Set in the birthplace of composer Giacomo Puccini, this museum displays personal items and documents from his early life.
Lucca’s leading art museum in a former palace, with paintings, decorative arts, and insight into the city’s noble history.
A major museum of sacred art and archaeology beside the cathedral, known for treasures tied to Lucca’s religious heritage.
Lucca’s fully walkable Renaissance walls form a broad tree-lined promenade with classic views, cycling paths, and local daily life.
The city’s main shopping street links major squares and landmarks, perfect for strolling through Lucca’s elegant historic core.
A lively square on the Roman forum site, framed by San Michele church and historic buildings, especially atmospheric in the evening.
Hearty Tuscan soup of cannellini beans, kale, black cabbage, potatoes, and stale bread. A rustic Lucca staple shaped by peasant cooking traditions.
Slow-cooked beef braised in red wine, black pepper, herbs, and tomato. It is a beloved Lucchese main linked to local tavern and family cooking.
Lucchese ring-shaped sweet bread with raisins and anise. Traditionally enjoyed at festivals and with coffee or sweet wine.
Refined restaurant with creative Tuscan cuisine, tasting menus, and polished service in an intimate upscale setting.
Historic Lucchese restaurant known for traditional Tuscan cooking, seasonal ingredients, and an elegant but welcoming atmosphere inside the walls.
Well-known traditional trattoria serving classic Lucca dishes, handmade pasta, and hearty mains in a cozy, old-style setting.
Moderate for Tuscany: lodging and dining are below Florence, while local buses and bike-friendly sights keep daily costs manageable for most tourists.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Lucca Railway Station -> Piazza Napoleone, Lucca
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari to Lucca 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 Lucca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bari to Lucca trains use the Bari Centrale to Lucca station pair, with some services arriving at S. Pietro A Vico. Use this guide to compare Bari and Lucca 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.
Quintino Sella has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Quintino Sella.
ATMs are available at Quintino Sella.
Available at Quintino Sella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Quintino Sella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Lucca 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 Giglio, Osteria Baralla
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lucca. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lucca. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lucca: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lucca: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lucca: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Grand Universe Lucca, Hotel Ilaria, Albergo San Martino.
S. Pietro A Vico is 4 km from Lucca city centre. Public transport options include:
S. Pietro A Vico has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
Available at S. Pietro A Vico: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
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