- Must visit
Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
Major art museum with important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raffaello, and the Carracci.
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$96
Fastest journey
5 h 9 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
536 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barletta station to Bologna Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barletta station to Bologna Centrale will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 18 trains that leave Barletta station for Bologna Centrale on Mon, Jun 22, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 536 km distance in an average of 5 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 9 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 9 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 758
InterCityNotte 752
Intercity 612
Intercity 606
Intercity 614
FRECCIAROSSA 8816
FRECCIAROSSA 9808
FRECCIAROSSA 8828
FRECCIAROSSA 8830
FRECCIAROSSA 8820Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barletta station to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 333 miles (536 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $109 Average price | $183 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 40m Average total duration Fastest 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 56m Average total duration 11h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 17m Average total duration 6h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barletta station to Bologna Centrale:
A bus is $23 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barletta station to Bologna Centrale costing on average $63 (€52).
A bus is $69 (€56) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barletta station to Bologna Centrale costing on average $109 (€89).
Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 17m.
Bus takes on average 11h 26m.
The journey is about 23m faster (6h 10m by train vs 6h 33m by car) and roughly $120 (€98) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($63 (€52) vs $183 (€149)). 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 Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Italo.
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 Barletta station to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9808 | 2:06 PM Barletta station | 5h09 | 7:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8830 | 5:06 PM Barletta station | 5h09 | 10:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9562 | 11:17 PM Barletta station | 6h14 | 5:31 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 8810 | 5:57 AM Barletta station | 5h18 | 11:15 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 606 | 6:35 AM Barletta station | 6h25 | 1:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 606+ FRECCIAROSSA 9806 | 6:35 AM Barletta station | 5h40 | 12:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814 | 8:05 AM Barletta station | 5h10 | 1:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 608 | 8:51 AM Barletta station | 6h09 | 3:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 9:06 AM Barletta station | 5h09 | 2:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 | 10:05 AM Barletta station | 5h10 | 3:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 610 | 10:38 AM Barletta station | 6h22 | 5:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820 | 11:06 AM Barletta station | 5h09 | 4:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 | 12:05 PM Barletta station | 5h10 | 5:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 612 | 12:38 PM Barletta station | 6h23 | 7:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Barletta station to Bologna Centrale run on average 17 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:57, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 333 miles (536 km) distance in 5h 9m.
Distance 333 miles (536 km) |
Average train duration 6h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 5h 9m |
First train 3:57 AM |
Last train 9:56 PM |
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Major art museum with important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raffaello, and the Carracci.
Important archaeological museum with Egyptian, Etruscan, Greek, and Roman collections in a historic central building.
Bologna’s leading modern and contemporary art museum, known for rotating exhibitions and the Morandi collection.
Bologna’s main square and social heart, surrounded by major historic buildings and a top starting point for exploring.
The city’s celebrated portico walk leading toward San Luca, especially popular for scenic walks and photos.
Beautiful square in front of the Santo Stefano complex, loved for its elegant and photogenic atmosphere.
Fresh egg tagliatelle served with Bologna’s classic slow-cooked meat ragù. It is one of the city’s signature dishes and a cornerstone of local Sunday cooking.
Small hand-folded pasta filled with pork, prosciutto, and Parmigiano Reggiano, traditionally served in rich capon or beef broth. It is especially linked to festive meals in Bologna.
Bolognese-style lasagna made with green spinach pasta sheets, ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano. It is a classic celebratory baked pasta from the city.
Well-regarded traditional restaurant celebrated for seasonal ingredients, handmade pasta, and authentic regional dishes. Intimate setting with a strong reputation among food lovers.
Charming long-running restaurant set in a distinctive historic space, serving Bolognese and Italian classics with polished hospitality. Good for a relaxed but memorable dinner.
Historic trattoria known for classic Bolognese cooking such as tortellini, tagliatelle al ragù, and lasagne. Warm, traditional atmosphere and a longstanding local reputation.
Moderate for Italy: cafes and casual meals are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is often included or modest. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxis slightly.
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