Bari to Monopoli train

Trains from Bari to Monopoli

The southern part of Italy is covered with an extensive network of railway connections that links inland cities and coastal cities. Finding a train heading to Monopoli from Bari is easy; you will enjoy the spectacular view of the beautiful coastline. Passenger trains ply the route daily, covering almost 25 miles (40 km).

Bari to Monopoli Train Time: Daily Departures

Almost 43 trains travel from Bari to Monopoli every day, making this railway connection one of the busiest in Southern Italy. Within an hour of the day, at least two trains leave the Bari Centrale heading to Monopoli. The first train departs at 6:57 a.m., while the last one departs for Monopoli at exactly 11:01 p.m.

How long is the journey by train from Bari to Monopoli ?

The time to reach Monopoli from Bari by train varies primarily on the type of train you choose. It takes an average of 45 min for the trains to cover the 25 miles (40 km) course between the two towns. This route has no transfers; the trains are directly connected from Bari to Monopoli. The fastest connection takes about 20 min, while the slowest way brings about an hour to reach Monopoli.

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What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Bari to Monopoli ?

Departure train station:Bari Centrale is not compatible with train stations in Rome or Milan in passenger traffic. However, it is still one of the important train stations because it is a significant connection in the South of Italy. The station lies in the middle of the city at Aldo Moro square. It is a modern station with ticket offices, Freccia club, luggage storage offices, bars, and a cafeteria.

Arrival train station:The Monopoli railway station lies on the Adriatic railway line, and Trenitalia operates the train services. It is a small train station compared with Bari station, but it has some basic amenities like a ticket office, toilets, cafeteria, and a bar.

Which train companies travel from Bari to Monopoli?

Trains departing for Monopoli from Bari are solely provided by Trenitalia, Italy’s national railway carrier. The trains provided by the company are mostly the Regionale, the Regionale Veloce, and the InterCityNotte. The Regionale Veloce and Regional trains are traditional regional trains that are slow, and they run at a maximum speed of 62 mph (100 km/h). On the other hand, the InterCityNotte train is faster, with top speeds of 124 mph (200 km/h). All the trains scheduled to leave Bari for Monopoli are direct connections lacking transfers along the way.

Night Trains from Bari to Monopoli

If you prefer night trains today, train or finish a meeting quite late in Bari. Do not worry; plenty of night trains are scheduled to leave for Monopoli. The first train leaves at 7:02 a.m, and the last one departs at 11.01 p.m. They are direct trains arriving in Monopoli after approximately an hour, depending on the type of train you choose to ride on.

Trenitalia trains from Bari to Monopoli

Trenitalia is the only train provider operating on the Bari_Monopoli railway connection; they are responsible for all the 43 trains leaving for Monopoli. The scheduled trains leaving Bari headed for Monopoli are direct, and no transfers are expected en route. The journey takes an average time of 45 min to complete 25 miles (40 km) depending on your departure time and the train you choose. The Regionale and Regionale Veloce trains are slow, so expect a longer train ride than when you decide to take the InterCityNotte, which only takes about 30 minutes to reach Monopoli.

Trains from Bari to Monopoli: Sustainability Travel

Rail transport is considered one of the most environmentally_friendly ways to travel instead of car and air transport. Railway transport emits 80 percent fewer greenhouse gases than cars or planes, reducing the effects of global warming. Choosing to travel via rail, noise and air pollution, accidents, infrastructure deterioration, and congestion are far lower than when you drive to Bari from Monopoli. Most trains are electric; therefore, the journeys are carbon_free, and their energy source is renewable. On the other hand, planes use a lot of fuel when taking off and landing. Also, when people travel by plane, they always get to the airport by car; this adds to the CO2 emissions for their journey.

Train Bari to Monopoli: Services on Board

Booking a train headed for Monopoli from Bari is easy and pocket_friendly. It caters to all passengers regardless of your budget. The trains plying this route have only the 2nd class cabins, of which bistro services and plenty of storage space are the only guaranteed services on board. However, the tickets booked are fully refundable and exchangeable at no extra cost. Fully covered and folded bikes can be transported free of charge on Trenitalia trains, but they must not exceed 43 X 31.5 X 17.7 inches (110 x 80 x 45 cm). Pet owners can also carry their furry friends in small pet carriers at no extra costs, but only one carrier is allowed per person. For large animals, another ticket must be purchased at the half regular price, the animal, especially for a dog, must be put on a leash and have a muzzle on. Also, the passenger must present the dog’s certificate of registration to the dogs’ registry upon purchase of the ticket. Rete Ferroviaria Italiana (RFI), Trenitalia’s subsidiary company, caters to disabled individuals at the train station and on board the train. Some support staff care for the disabled by providing wheelchairs or stretchers and supporting the blind, deaf, elderly, and even pregnant ladies. Inside the trains, designated spaces are set aside for travelers on wheelchairs near the accessible toilets.

How to find cheap train tickets from Bari to Monopoli

You may be on a budget and still want to get to Monopoli from Bari, and paying the premium price may be out of your reach. By booking your ticket in advance, you stand a chance to score the best deals from Trenitalia. Booking the train on the travel date forces you to pay the premium price because, at that particular time, the tickets are on demand. If you can be flexible with the time and day you travel, you have a big chance of finding a cheaper ticket. A greater allocation of cheaper tickets can be available at different times and dates, so have a look before you make up your mind because you could be missing a chance. Using connecting trains that are a bit slow is advisable if you are on a budget. Fast_moving trains are expensive since most schedules are direct.

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hough their fares are high, they reach their destination quickly.

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To Monopoli by train – travel tips

Monopoli town lies on the Adriatic Sea about 25 miles (40km) southeast of Bari. Roughly 60 sq mi (156 sq km) was first settled in about 500 BC as a fortified Messapian city. History lovers could visit and explore one of the first he

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hcare facilities, the Jerusalem Hospital, founded by the Hospitallers. Monopoli is also the home of S.S Monopoli 1966, whose home ground, Stadio Vito Simone Veneziani, is always open to the public except on match days. Among the many things to do in Monopoli include:

• Take a tour on the Centro Storico di Monopoli
• Visit the Le Palme Beach Club
• Enjoy a sunny afternoon at the AcquaPark Egnazia
• Take a bike tour among millenary olive trees, farms, and rupestrian churches.
• Explore the Castello di Carlo V