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Pinacoteca Metropolitana "Corrado Giaquinto"
Major art museum on the seafront with Apulian and Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
3 h 58 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chieti to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chieti to Bari will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 2 trains that leave Chieti for Bari on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 264 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 58 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 18 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chieti to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 164 miles (264 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $91 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m 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 Chieti to Bari:
A bus is $13 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chieti to Bari costing on average $40 (€32).
Other travel options to Bari take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 0m.
The journey is about 2m faster (3h 8m by train vs 3h 10m by car) and roughly $51 (€42) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($40 (€32) vs $91 (€74)). 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.
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 Chieti to Bari trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:37 PM Chieti | 4h06 | 8:43 PM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:43 PM Chieti | 4h33 | 9:16 PM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:43 PM Chieti | 4h33 | 10:16 PM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 10:07 AM Chieti | 3h58 | 2:05 PM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Chieti to Bari run on average 33 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 164 miles (264 km) distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 164 miles (264 km) |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 33 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 4:15 AM |
Last train 10:10 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
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Best time to book 49 days |
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Major art museum on the seafront with Apulian and Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.
City museum in the old town covering Bari’s urban history, documents, and local cultural heritage.
Former sea theater now used for contemporary art exhibitions in one of Bari’s most photogenic buildings.
The old town’s maze of alleys, churches, and lively squares offers the city’s most atmospheric walking experience.
Grand seafront promenade ideal for walks, sunset views, and classic panoramas of Bari’s coastline.
Famous old-town lane where locals traditionally make fresh orecchiette outside their homes, widely shared on social media.
Bari’s signature pasta dish with ear-shaped orecchiette, turnip tops, garlic, olive oil, and often anchovy and chili. It is one of the most iconic flavors of Apulia.
A traditional baked Bari dish of rice, potatoes, and mussels layered with tomatoes, onion, and olive oil. It is a beloved home-style coastal specialty.
Bari’s famous focaccia, usually topped with tomatoes, olives, oregano, and generous olive oil. It is soft inside, crisp outside, and a classic local street food.
Refined restaurant in Bari with polished service and creative Apulian cuisine, suitable for a higher-end meal focused on local ingredients and elegant presentation.
Well-known casual seafood spot in central Bari, especially popular for octopus, raw seafood, and generous portions in a lively local setting.
Popular informal venue known for stuffed sandwiches, local street-food flavors, and quick but satisfying meals in the city center.
Generally moderate by Italian standards. Food and coffee are affordable, while hotels cost more in peak summer.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included as coperto. Round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxis.
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