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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 29
$70
Average ticket price on Oct 29
$107
Fastest journey on Oct 29
6 h 46 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
6 h 57 m
Trains on Oct 29
11
Distance
670 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Parma to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Parma to Bari will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
On Thu, Oct 29, we found 11 trains from Parma to Bari, including 5 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 29 the direct trains cover the 670 km distance in an average of 6 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 46 m .
On Thu, Oct 29 the slowest trains will take 7 h 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 35051
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Intercity 603
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Intercity 607
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Intercity 609
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FRECCIAROSSA 8803
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FRECCIAROSSA 8803
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Regionale Veloce TTPER 3917+
FRECCIAROSSA 8807
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Regionale Veloce 3921+
FRECCIAROSSA 8809
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Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925+
FRECCIAROSSA 8811
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Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915+
FRECCIAROSSA 9805
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Trains from Parma to Bari run on average 17 times per day, taking around 7h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 416 miles (670 km) distance in 6h 35m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Parma to Bari.
The table below shows live departures for Parma to Bari trains for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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InterCityNotte 35051 | 9:11 PM Parma station | 9h49 | 7:00 AM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Intercity 603 | 6:51 AM Parma station | 8h14 | 3:05 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907+ FRECCIAROSSA 8801 | 7:27 AM Parma station | 7h04 | 2:31 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8803 | 8:43 AM Parma station | 6h46 | 3:29 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915+ FRECCIAROSSA 9805 | 10:27 AM Parma station | 7h00 | 5:27 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 607 | 10:54 AM Parma station | 8h04 | 6:58 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3917+ FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 11:27 AM Parma station | 7h00 | 6:27 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3921+ FRECCIAROSSA 8809 | 12:27 PM Parma station | 7h00 | 7:27 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 609 | 12:55 PM Parma station | 8h10 | 9:05 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925+ FRECCIAROSSA 8811 | 1:27 PM Parma station | 7h00 | 8:27 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927+ FRECCIAROSSA 8813 | 2:27 PM Parma station | 7h03 | 9:30 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Parma to Bari with Italo, Frecciarossa, and Intercity. Night trains available on this route with Intercity Notte. High-speed trains available on this route with Italo, Frecciarossa, and Frecciargento. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Bari.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Parma 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 Parma to Bari trains use the Parma to Bari Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bari Palese-Macchie. Use this guide to compare Parma and Bari train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Parma 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: Angiol d'Or, Enoteca Fontana
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Parma. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Parma. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Parma: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Parma: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Parma: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include NH Parma, Hotel Torino, Hotel Button.
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.
Check train stations information for Parma and Bari, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.