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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 Oct 26
$64
Average ticket price on Oct 26
$86
Fastest journey on Oct 26
7 h 6 m
Average journey duration on Oct 26
7 h 21 m
Trains on Oct 26
20
Distance
624 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Padua to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Padua to Bari will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
On Mon, Oct 26, we found 20 trains from Padua to Bari, including 2 direct services.
On Mon, Oct 26 the direct trains cover the 624 km distance in an average of 7 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 6 m .
On Mon, Oct 26 the slowest trains will take 7 h 31 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.
FRECCIAROSSA 8815
Regionale Veloce 3989+
InterCityNotte 35051
Regionale Veloce 3973+
Intercity 609
Regionale Veloce 3965+
Intercity 605
Regionale 3997+
Intercity 607
FRECCIAROSSA 8815
FRECCIAROSSA 8801
FRECCIAROSSA 9415 · FRECCIAROSSA 8809
FRECCIAROSSA 9411 · FRECCIAROSSA 9805
FRECCIAROSSA 9413 · FRECCIAROSSA 8807Trains from Padua to Bari run on average 21 times per day, taking around 8h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 387 miles (624 km) distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 387 miles (624 km) |
Average train duration 8h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 45m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:26 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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The table below shows live departures for Padua to Bari trains for tomorrow, Monday, October 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9401 · FRECCIAROSSA 9511 | 5:56 AM Padova | 8h27 | 2:23 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3961+ Intercity 603 | 6:12 AM Padova | 8h53 | 3:05 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801 | 7:23 AM Padova | 7h08 | 2:31 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9405 · FRECCIAROSSA 8803 | 7:56 AM Padova | 7h33 | 3:29 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3965+ Intercity 605 | 8:09 AM Padova | 8h56 | 5:05 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9411 · FRECCIAROSSA 9805 | 9:56 AM Padova | 7h31 | 5:27 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3997+ Intercity 607 | 10:09 AM Padova | 8h49 | 6:58 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8902 · 9939 | 10:35 AM Padova | 11h35 | 10:10 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413 · FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 10:56 AM Padova | 7h31 | 6:27 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8911 · 9939 | 11:35 AM Padova | 10h35 | 10:10 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415 · FRECCIAROSSA 8809 | 11:56 AM Padova | 7h31 | 7:27 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3973+ Intercity 609 | 12:09 PM Padova | 8h56 | 9:05 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8929 · 9939 | 12:35 PM Padova | 9h35 | 10:10 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419 · FRECCIAROSSA 8811 | 12:56 PM Padova | 7h31 | 8:27 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9421 · FRECCIAROSSA 8813 | 1:56 PM Padova | 7h34 | 9:30 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3977+ Intercity 611 | 2:09 PM Padova | 9h07 | 11:16 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8815 | 3:21 PM Padova | 7h06 | 10:27 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9427 · FRECCIAROSSA 8819 | 3:56 PM Padova | 7h42 | 11:38 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3989+ InterCityNotte 35051 | 8:09 PM Padova | 10h51 | 7:00 AM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 35678+ FRECCIAROSSA 8303 | 9:58 PM Padova | 14h43 | 12:41 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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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
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Padua 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 Padua to Bari trains use the Padova to Bari Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bari Palese-Macchie. Use this guide to compare Padua and Bari train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Padova 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 Zairo, Trattoria Al Fungo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Padova. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Padova. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Padova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Padova: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Padova: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Grand'Italia, NH Padova, Hotel Europa.
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 Palese-Macchie is 7 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari Palese-Macchie has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Available at Bari Palese-Macchie: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bari Palese-Macchie: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari Palese-Macchie: Ramps, restrooms.
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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