- Must visit
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 Sep 18
€23
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€27
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h 17 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
4 h 33 m
Trains on Sep 18
7
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cosenza to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cosenza to Bari will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
It's difficult to get from Cosenza to Bari without transferring at least once.
Regionale 12870+
Intercity 562
Regionale 12868 · Regionale 7716 · Regionale Veloce 19848
Regionale 7712 · Regionale Veloce 19834
Regionale FC664 · Regionale 12870+
Intercity 562
Regionale FC664 · Regionale 12870+
Intercity 562
Regionale 12870+
Intercity 562
Regionale FC664 · Regionale 12870+
Intercity 562
Regionale FC664 · Regionale 12870+
Intercity 562
Regionale 12868 · Regionale 7716 · Regionale Veloce 19848
Regionale 7712+
FRECCIAROSSA 8820Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cosenza to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €26, while a bus costs an average of €29.
Distance: 128 miles (207 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €29 Average price | €47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Cosenza to Bari:
A train is €3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Cosenza to Bari costing on average €29.
A train is €189 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cosenza to Bari costing on average €215.
Other travel options to Bari take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 38m.
Flight takes on average 4h 40m.
Tickets start at around €26 compared to roughly €47 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €21. The journey takes 4h 12m versus 3h 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Cosenza to Bari trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 7712+ FRECCIAROSSA 8820 | 5:15 AM Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 5h05 | 10:20 AM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 7712 · Regionale Veloce 19834 | 5:15 AM Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 5h35 | 10:50 AM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12866+ Intercity 564+ Regionale Veloce 19844 | 11:39 AM Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 5h11 | 4:50 PM Bari Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12868 · Regionale 7716 · Regionale Veloce 19848 | 2:15 PM Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 4h35 | 6:50 PM Bari Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale FC664 · Regionale 12870+ Intercity 562 | 3:32 PM Cosenza Campanella | 4h24 | 7:56 PM Bari Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale FC664 · Regionale 12870+ Intercity 562 | 3:33 PM Cosenza Monaco | 4h23 | 7:56 PM Bari Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12870+ Intercity 562 | 3:39 PM Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 4h17 | 7:56 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Cosenza to Bari run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 128 miles (207 km) distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 128 miles (207 km) |
Average train duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Bari — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bari trip today.
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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Bari Centrale -> Piazza Aldo Moro
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cosenza 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 Cosenza to Bari trains use the Cosenza Vaglio Lise to Bari Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bari Aeroporto. Use this guide to compare Cosenza and Bari train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Cosenza Vaglio Lise is 1 km from Cosenza city centre. Public transport options include:
Cosenza Vaglio Lise has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: McDonald's Zumpano, Da Pako's Street Food
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Cosenza Vaglio Lise. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Cosenza Vaglio Lise. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cosenza Vaglio Lise: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cosenza Vaglio Lise: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cosenza Vaglio Lise: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa, Italiana Hotels Cosenza, Royal Hotel.
Cosenza Campanella is 1 km from Cosenza city centre. Public transport options include:
Cosenza Campanella has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, and ATM.
Food and drink options are available at Cosenza Campanella.
ATMs are available at Cosenza Campanella.
Available at Cosenza Campanella: Parking.
Cosenza Monaco has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Cosenza Monaco.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cosenza Monaco.
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.
Cecilia is 5 km from Bari city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Cecilia has practical services for this route, including Parking and ATM.
ATMs are available at Cecilia.
Available at Cecilia: Parking.
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