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Pinacoteca Metropolitana Corrado Giaquinto
Bari's main art museum, featuring Apulian painting and sculpture from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a grand palace.
Cheapest price on Oct 29
$64
Average ticket price on Oct 29
$109
Fastest journey on Oct 29
5 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
5 h 41 m
Trains on Oct 29
18
Distance
586 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Bari will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
On Thu, Oct 29, we found 18 trains from Bologna to Bari, including 17 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 29 the direct trains cover the 586 km distance in an average of 5 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 39 m .
On Thu, Oct 29 the slowest trains will take 5 h 42 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.
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Trains from Bologna to Bari run on average 19 times per day, taking around 6h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 364 miles (586 km) distance in 5h 36m.
Distance 364 miles (586 km) |
Average train duration 6h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 5h 36m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
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Best time to book 56 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bologna to Bari.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Bari trains for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 12:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h42 | 6:27 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8809 | 1:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h42 | 7:27 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 609 | 2:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h05 | 9:05 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8811 | 2:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h42 | 8:27 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8813 | 3:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h45 | 9:30 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 611 | 4:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h16 | 11:16 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8815 | 4:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h42 | 10:27 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9809 | 4:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h39 | 10:34 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8819 | 5:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h53 | 11:38 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 35527 | 10:30 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h40 | 8:10 AM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 603 | 8:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h05 | 3:05 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801 | 8:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h46 | 2:31 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8803 | 9:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h44 | 3:29 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 605 | 10:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h05 | 5:05 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9805 | 11:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h42 | 5:27 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 607 | 12:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h58 | 6:58 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Bari's main art museum, featuring Apulian painting and sculpture from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a grand palace.
A contemporary art museum and cinema space in the waterfront theater, hosting rotating exhibitions by Italian and international artists.
An archaeology museum with prehistoric, Peucetian, Greek, and Roman finds that illuminate Bari and wider Puglia's ancient past.
Bari's atmospheric old town of narrow lanes, courtyards, and churches, ideal for walking and discovering everyday local life.
The monumental seaside promenade offers long walks, sea views, and landmark architecture along one of Italy's finest urban waterfronts.
A broad seafront square by the old port, excellent for people-watching, sea breezes, and views near major historic landmarks.
Fresh handmade ear-shaped pasta with a slow-cooked tomato sauce, often topped with ricotta forte or grated cheese. A signature Sunday dish in Bari homes.
Orecchiette with turnip greens, garlic, olive oil, and often anchovies or chili. It is one of Apulia's most iconic everyday pasta dishes.
A folded pizza-like street food filled with tomato and mozzarella. In Bari it is a beloved snack, especially from historic bakeries.
Elegant fine-dining restaurant serving refined Apulian cuisine with seafood focus. Polished service and a modern setting in central Bari.
Historic old-town bakery famed for Focaccia Barese, panzerotti, and classic Bari street food. Casual, busy, and very local in feel.
Traditional restaurant known for seafood, orecchiette, and Apulian home-style cooking near the old port. Rustic and long established.
Moderate for Italy. Old town stays and dining are reasonable, while summer hotels cost more. Local buses and trains are fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is often included or minimal. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is fine at cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Bari 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 Bari, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Bari trains use the Bologna Centrale to Bari Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bari Aeroporto. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Bari train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Centrale: Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Bologna, Aeroporto is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Aeroporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple options on site
Free wifi throughout the station. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto.
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Fully accessible for disabled individuals.
Bologna Borgo Panigale is 4 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Borgo Panigale 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 Il Patio, Trattoria Bonora
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna Borgo Panigale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Flyon Hotel, Hotel Bologna Airport, Hotel Del Borgo.
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.
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