- 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
$86
Average price
$133
Fastest journey
7 h 10 m
Average duration
7 h 14 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
786 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Centrale to Bari will cost around $133 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 17 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Bari on Mon, Aug 24, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 786 km distance in an average of 7 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 10 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 7 h 20 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 765
InterCityNotte 755
Regionale TTPER 2465 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927+
Intercity 611
Intercity 609
Intercity 603
FRECCIAROSSA 8811
FRECCIAROSSA 8809
FRECCIAROSSA 9809
FRECCIAROSSA 8807
FRECCIAROSSA 8813Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 488 miles (786 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$82 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $112 Average price | $270 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 59m Average total duration 8h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Milan Centrale to Bari:
A bus is $48 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Centrale to Bari costing on average $82 (€66).
A bus is $78 (€63) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Centrale to Bari costing on average $112 (€90).
Other travel options to Bari take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 29m.
Bus takes on average 11h 40m.
The journey is about 6m faster (8h 29m by train vs 8h 35m by car) and roughly $188 (€151) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($82 (€66) vs $270 (€217)). 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 Notte, Intercity, Italo.
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 Milan Centrale to Bari trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9515 · FRECCIAROSSA 8801 | 7:00 AM Milan Centrale | 7h31 | 2:31 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 605 | 7:05 AM Milan Centrale | 10h00 | 5:05 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9917 | 7:20 AM Milan Centrale | 10h03 | 5:23 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9527 · FRECCIAROSSA 9805 | 10:00 AM Milan Centrale | 7h27 | 5:27 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 11:15 AM Milan Centrale | 7h15 | 6:30 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 609 | 11:15 AM Milan Centrale | 9h50 | 9:05 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 2465 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927+ Intercity 611 | 12:15 PM Milan Centrale | 11h01 | 11:16 PM Bari Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8809 | 12:20 PM Milan Centrale | 7h10 | 7:30 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8811 | 1:20 PM Milan Centrale | 7h10 | 8:30 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9939 | 1:30 PM Milan Centrale | 9h17 | 10:47 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8813 | 2:10 PM Milan Centrale | 7h20 | 9:30 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9547 · FRECCIAROSSA 8815 | 2:55 PM Milan Centrale | 7h32 | 10:27 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9809 | 3:20 PM Milan Centrale | 7h14 | 10:34 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8819 | 4:15 PM Milan Centrale | 7h23 | 11:38 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 765 | 9:15 PM Milan Centrale | 9h45 | 7:00 AM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 755 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 9h50 | 7:40 AM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 24 | |||||
Intercity 603 | 5:25 AM Milan Centrale | 9h46 | 3:11 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9511 | 5:55 AM Milan Centrale | 9h05 | 3:00 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Milan Centrale to Bari run on average 16 times per day, taking around 8h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:25, the last at 19:50. The fastest train covers the 488 miles (786 km) distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 488 miles (786 km) |
Average train duration 8h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 6h 55m |
First train 3:25 AM |
Last train 7:50 PM |
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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 Milan Centrale 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 Milan Centrale to Bari trains use the Milano Centrale to Bari Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bari, Largo Sorrentino. Use this guide to compare Milan Centrale and Bari train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano 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: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
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, Largo Sorrentino is 1 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari, Largo Sorrentino has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Cecchina, La Tana dei Lupi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bari, Largo Sorrentino. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bari, Largo Sorrentino. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bari, Largo Sorrentino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bari, Largo Sorrentino: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari, Largo Sorrentino.
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.
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