- Must visit
Casa natale di Gabriele d'Annunzio
Important house museum where Gabriele d'Annunzio was born; essential for literature lovers and local history.
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€47
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
265 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bari to Pescara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari to Pescara will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
Of the 40 trains that leave Bari for Pescara on Sun, Aug 02, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 02 the direct trains cover the 265 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
On Sun, Aug 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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.
InterCityNotte 752
Intercity 606
Intercity 608
Intercity 1546
Intercity 610
FRECCIAROSSA 9806
FRECCIAROSSA 8828
FRECCIAROSSA 8818
FRECCIAROSSA 8830
FRECCIAROSSA 9808Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bari to Pescara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 164 miles (265 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€26 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest | €73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bari to Pescara:
A bus is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bari to Pescara costing on average €26.
Other travel options to Pescara take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 10m.
The journey is about 1h 12m faster (3h 13m by train vs 4h 25m by car) and roughly €47 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€26 vs €73). 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, 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 Bari to Pescara trains for today, Saturday, August 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 758 | 9:30 PM Bari Centrale | 3h35 | 1:05 AM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 752 | 9:45 PM Bari Centrale | 3h29 | 1:14 AM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 754 | 10:10 PM Bari Centrale | 3h12 | 1:22 AM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 2 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 8810+ Regionale 19763 | 5:20 AM Bari Centrale | 2h51 | 8:11 AM Pescara, Tribunale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8810+ Regionale 19763 | 5:20 AM Bari Centrale | 2h48 | 8:08 AM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8810 | 5:20 AM Bari Centrale | 2h39 | 7:59 AM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 606+ Regionale 19787 | 5:55 AM Bari Centrale | 3h16 | 9:11 AM Pescara, Tribunale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 606 | 5:55 AM Bari Centrale | 3h05 | 9:00 AM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 606+ Regionale 19787 | 5:55 AM Bari Centrale | 3h13 | 9:08 AM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806+ Regionale 19706 | 6:35 AM Bari Centrale | 3h00 | 9:35 AM Pescara, Tribunale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806+ Regionale 19706 | 6:35 AM Bari Centrale | 3h03 | 9:38 AM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806 | 6:35 AM Bari Centrale | 2h34 | 9:09 AM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814+ Regionale 19695 | 7:30 AM Bari Centrale | 2h51 | 10:21 AM Pescara, Tribunale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814 | 7:30 AM Bari Centrale | 2h38 | 10:08 AM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814+ Regionale 19695 | 7:30 AM Bari Centrale | 2h48 | 10:18 AM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 608 | 8:06 AM Bari Centrale | 2h54 | 11:00 AM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 608+ Regionale 19697 | 8:06 AM Bari Centrale | 3h07 | 11:13 AM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 608+ Regionale 19697 | 8:06 AM Bari Centrale | 3h10 | 11:16 AM Pescara, Tribunale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 8:30 AM Bari Centrale | 2h37 | 11:07 AM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818+ Regionale 19778 | 9:28 AM Bari Centrale | 3h18 | 12:46 PM Pescara, Tribunale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 | 9:28 AM Bari Centrale | 2h37 | 12:05 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818+ Regionale 4181 | 9:28 AM Bari Centrale | 2h50 | 12:18 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 610 | 9:55 AM Bari Centrale | 3h05 | 1:00 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820 | 10:30 AM Bari Centrale | 2h37 | 1:07 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 1546+ Regionale 19780 | 11:10 AM Bari Centrale | 3h36 | 2:46 PM Pescara, Tribunale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 1546+ Regionale 19780 | 11:10 AM Bari Centrale | 3h39 | 2:49 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 1546 | 11:10 AM Bari Centrale | 3h20 | 2:30 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824+ Regionale 19780 | 11:28 AM Bari Centrale | 3h18 | 2:46 PM Pescara, Tribunale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 | 11:28 AM Bari Centrale | 2h37 | 2:05 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808+ Regionale 4191 | 1:30 PM Bari Centrale | 2h46 | 4:16 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808 | 1:30 PM Bari Centrale | 2h37 | 4:07 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 614+ Regionale 19781 | 1:55 PM Bari Centrale | 3h13 | 5:08 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 614 | 1:55 PM Bari Centrale | 3h05 | 5:00 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 614+ Regionale 19781 | 1:55 PM Bari Centrale | 3h16 | 5:11 PM Pescara, Tribunale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828+ Regionale 19766 | 2:30 PM Bari Centrale | 3h16 | 5:46 PM Pescara, Tribunale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828+ Regionale 19766 | 2:30 PM Bari Centrale | 3h19 | 5:49 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 2:30 PM Bari Centrale | 2h37 | 5:07 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8830+ Regionale 19786 | 4:30 PM Bari Centrale | 3h16 | 7:46 PM Pescara, Tribunale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8830+ Regionale 4489 | 4:30 PM Bari Centrale | 2h48 | 7:18 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8830 | 4:30 PM Bari Centrale | 2h37 | 7:07 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bari to Pescara run on average 40 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:56, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 164 miles (265 km) distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 164 miles (265 km) |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 40 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 2:56 AM |
Last train 10:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
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Important house museum where Gabriele d'Annunzio was born; essential for literature lovers and local history.
Museum on the people, traditions, and crafts of Abruzzo, with engaging displays inside the old Bourbon complex.
Art venue dedicated to painter Basilio Cascella, showing works tied to Abruzzo identity and family creativity.
Long seafront promenade ideal for walking, cycling, and beach views; one of the city's most popular public spaces.
Historic old-town area with museums, churches, and traces of ancient Pescara, best explored on foot.
Modern riverside bridge and walkway offering panoramic views over the river mouth, marina, and Adriatic coast.
Brodetto alla Pescarese is a rich Adriatic fish stew simmered with tomato, garlic and peppers, reflecting Pescara’s strong seafaring cooking traditions.
Arrosticini are skewers of grilled sheep meat, a signature of Abruzzo, prized for their smoky flavor and central role in local social meals.
Spaghetti Alla Chitarra are square-cut egg pasta strands, traditionally made with a chitarra tool and often served with hearty Abruzzese ragù.
Established seafood restaurant known for refined Adriatic fish dishes and a polished yet relaxed setting near central Pescara.
Well-known traditional spot appreciated for Abruzzese classics, including arrosticini and homemade pasta, in a warm casual atmosphere.
Reliable local seafood venue with strong reputation for fresh catch, pasta alle vongole and classic coastal cooking in an unfussy setting.
Moderate for Italy. Hotels often cost less than Rome or Florence, while dining, beach snacks, and local transit stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes only if service was table-based.
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Pescara Aeroporto -> Pescara Centrale, Pescara
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari to Pescara 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 Pescara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bari to Pescara trains use the Bari Centrale to Pescara Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Pescara Porta Nuova. Use this guide to compare Bari and Pescara 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 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.
Bari Palese-Macchie is 7 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari Palese-Macchie has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Available at Bari Palese-Macchie: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bari Palese-Macchie: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari Palese-Macchie: Ramps, restrooms.
Pescara 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Barcaccia, Trattoria del Mare
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pescara Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pescara Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pescara Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pescara Centrale: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pescara Centrale: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Carlton, B&B Hotel Pescara, Hotel Ambra Palace.
Pescara Porta Nuova has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Barcaccia, Trattoria del Mare
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Pescara Porta Nuova. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Pescara Porta Nuova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pescara Porta Nuova: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pescara Porta Nuova: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Salus, Hotel Regent, Hotel Carlton.
Pescara, Tribunale is 1 km from Pescara city centre. Public transport options include:
Pescara, Tribunale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Pescara, Tribunale.
ATMs are available at Pescara, Tribunale.
Available at Pescara, Tribunale: Parking, WC.
Available at Pescara, Tribunale: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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