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Museo Archeologico Nazionale delle Marche
An important archaeological museum with Piceni, Greek, and Roman finds that explain Ancona's ancient roots.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€50
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€71
Fastest journey on Sep 17
5 h 16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
5 h 19 m
Trains on Sep 17
14
Distance
527 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lecce to Ancona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lecce to Ancona will cost around €71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 14 trains from Lecce to Ancona, including 12 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 527 km distance in an average of 5 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 16 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 5 h 25 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 754
Regionale 4440+
InterCityNotte 758
InterCityNotte 758
Intercity 610
Intercity 612
FRECCIAROSSA 8818
FRECCIAROSSA 9808
FRECCIAROSSA 8824
FRECCIAROSSA 8816
FRECCIAROSSA 8828Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lecce to Ancona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €52 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €52, while a train costs an average of €61.
Distance: 327 miles (527 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€61 Average price | €52 Average price Cheapest | €138 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
6h 50m Average total duration Fastest 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 38m Average total duration 10h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Lecce to Ancona:
A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lecce to Ancona costing on average €61.
Other travel options to Ancona take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 8m.
Tickets start at around €61 compared to roughly €138 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €78. The journey takes 6h 20m versus 6h 6m 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.
Direct services run with Intercity, Frecciarossa.
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 Lecce to Ancona trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 8814 | 5:55 AM Lecce station | 5h27 | 11:22 AM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 608 | 6:23 AM Lecce station | 6h12 | 12:35 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 7:00 AM Lecce station | 5h22 | 12:22 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 | 8:06 AM Lecce station | 5h16 | 1:22 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 610 | 8:20 AM Lecce station | 6h15 | 2:35 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 612 | 8:42 AM Lecce station | 7h53 | 4:35 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 | 10:06 AM Lecce station | 5h16 | 3:22 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 614 | 11:54 AM Lecce station | 6h41 | 6:35 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808 | 12:06 PM Lecce station | 5h16 | 5:22 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 12:57 PM Lecce station | 5h25 | 6:22 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4416+ FRECCIAROSSA 8830 | 2:17 PM Lecce station | 6h05 | 8:22 PM Ancona station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 758 | 6:31 PM Lecce station | 8h51 | 3:22 AM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 4440+ InterCityNotte 758 | 7:05 PM Lecce station | 8h17 | 3:22 AM Ancona station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 754 | 8:25 PM Lecce station | 7h20 | 3:45 AM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Lecce to Ancona run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:42, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 327 miles (527 km) distance in 5h 16m.
Distance 327 miles (527 km) |
Average train duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 5h 16m |
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.
An important archaeological museum with Piceni, Greek, and Roman finds that explain Ancona's ancient roots.
A state museum inside Mole Vanvitelliana presenting tactile and visual explorations of Homer's world.
A modern art gallery in Palazzo Bosdari featuring twentieth-century Italian works and a strong local focus.
An elevated promenade and park with iconic sea views, monuments, and one of Ancona's best sunset walks.
The famous cliffside stairway and beach quarter below Passetto are loved for sea access and dramatic scenery.
Ancona's main square connects the port and old town, framed by civic buildings and everyday local life.
Traditional fish stew from the port, made with several Adriatic fish and tomato. It is Ancona’s signature seafood dish with deep local maritime roots.
Pizza-like flatbread baked with onion, anchovies, rosemary and olive oil. A beloved Ancona street and bakery specialty tied to local fishing traditions.
Ancona-style stockfish cooked with potatoes, tomato, olives and capers. It reflects historic trade links and is one of the city’s best-known traditional dishes.
Established seafood restaurant in the Portonovo area, known for wild mussels and Adriatic fish in a refined but relaxed coastal setting.
Respected fine dining seafood restaurant in Portonovo, valued for elegant presentations, quality fish and views linked to the Riviera del Conero.
Well-known traditional venue serving Marche dishes and seafood, appreciated for classic recipes and a welcoming, old-school atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy. Hotels rise in summer, but dining and local transit are reasonable versus bigger tourist cities.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants if pleased, and round up taxi fares.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lecce to Ancona 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 Ancona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lecce to Ancona trains use the Lecce to Ancona station pair. Use this guide to compare Lecce and Ancona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lecce is 1 km from Lecce city centre. Public transport options include:
Lecce 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: Alibi Creative Club, Osteria degli Spiriti
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lecce. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lecce. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lecce: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lecce: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lecce: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Garden Inn Lecce, Patria Palace Hotel, Risorgimento Resort.
Ancona is 1 km from Ancona city centre. Public transport options include:
Ancona 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: Little Italy, Trattoria da Nordio
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ancona. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ancona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ancona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ancona: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ancona: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Ancona, Grand Hotel Palace, SeePort Hotel.
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