- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale delle Marche
Major archaeological museum in Palazzo Ferretti with important Piceni, Greek, and Roman collections from across the Marche region.
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
4 h 53 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
492 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brindisi to Ancona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brindisi to Ancona will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Of the 16 trains that leave Brindisi for Ancona on Wed, Jun 17, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 492 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 53 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 5 h 4 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.
Intercity 614
InterCityNotte 752
InterCityNotte 758
Regionale 4440+
InterCityNotte 758
InterCityNotte 754
FRECCIAROSSA 9808
FRECCIAROSSA 8818
FRECCIAROSSA 8816
FRECCIAROSSA 8824
FRECCIAROSSA 8828Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brindisi to Ancona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 305 miles (492 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$57 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $161 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 23m Average total duration Fastest 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brindisi to Ancona:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brindisi to Ancona costing on average $57 (€46).
Other travel options to Ancona take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 13m.
The journey is about 2h 2m faster (5h 53m by train vs 7h 55m by car) and roughly $104 (€84) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($57 (€46) vs $161 (€131)). 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.
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 Brindisi to Ancona trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 | 10:19 AM Brindisi station | 5h01 | 3:20 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 614 | 12:14 PM Brindisi station | 6h21 | 6:35 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808 | 12:29 PM Brindisi station | 4h53 | 5:22 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 1:18 PM Brindisi station | 5h04 | 6:22 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4416+ FRECCIAROSSA 8830 | 2:45 PM Brindisi station | 5h37 | 8:22 PM Ancona station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 758 | 7:01 PM Brindisi station | 7h55 | 2:56 AM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 4440+ InterCityNotte 758 | 7:33 PM Brindisi station | 7h23 | 2:56 AM Ancona station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 752 | 8:19 PM Brindisi station | 6h44 | 3:03 AM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 754 | 8:53 PM Brindisi station | 6h16 | 3:09 AM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 17 | |||||
Regionale 23572+ Intercity 606 | 4:00 AM Brindisi station | 6h37 | 10:37 AM Ancona station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814 | 6:17 AM Brindisi station | 5h05 | 11:22 AM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 608 | 6:47 AM Brindisi station | 5h48 | 12:35 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 7:23 AM Brindisi station | 4h59 | 12:22 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 | 8:27 AM Brindisi station | 4h56 | 1:23 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 610 | 8:42 AM Brindisi station | 5h53 | 2:35 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 612 | 9:21 AM Brindisi station | 7h14 | 4:35 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Brindisi to Ancona run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $23 (€18) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:42, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 305 miles (492 km) distance in 4h 53m.
Distance 305 miles (492 km) |
Average train duration 5h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 4h 53m |
First train 1:42 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
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Discover the best of Ancona — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ancona trip today.
Major archaeological museum in Palazzo Ferretti with important Piceni, Greek, and Roman collections from across the Marche region.
Innovative tactile museum inside Mole Vanvitelliana, designed for inclusive exploration of sculptures, models, and art through touch.
Ancona’s main civic art gallery, known for works by Francesco Podesti and paintings spanning the Renaissance to the modern era.
Famous seaside promenade and cliff area with the monumental stairway, caves, and one of Ancona’s most photographed views.
Lively historic square, often called Piazza del Papa, surrounded by significant buildings and central to city life.
Large park on the headland with sea views, military traces, open green space, and popular sunset walks.
Ancona's traditional fish stew, usually made with multiple Adriatic fish and seafood, tomato, vinegar, and toasted bread. It is one of the city's signature seaside dishes.
A classic local preparation of stockfish slowly cooked with potatoes, tomatoes, olive oil, and herbs. It is one of the most emblematic dishes of Ancona's home-style cooking.
Wild mussels from the Portonovo bay area, prized for their intense flavor and protected local tradition. They are often served simply to highlight their freshness.
Well-regarded contemporary restaurant in Ancona known for refined seafood dishes, tasting menus, and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Established osteria appreciated for traditional Marche cooking, pasta, and seafood in a warm, rustic setting near the historic center.
Popular seafood-focused restaurant with modern presentation and a stylish atmosphere, often chosen for creative Adriatic fish dishes.
Moderate by Italian standards. Coffee and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and seafood restaurants near the port cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not obligatory, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 for good service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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