- 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
$28
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
3 h 6 m
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
266 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pescara station to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pescara station to Bari will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 5 trains that leave Pescara station for Bari on Thu, Jul 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 266 km distance in an average of 4 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 6 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 4 h 50 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pescara station to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 165 miles (266 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $89 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pescara station to Bari:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pescara station to Bari costing on average $30 (€24).
Other travel options to Bari take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 53m.
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Direct services run with Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte.
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 Pescara station to Bari trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:01 PM Pescara station | 3h04 | 7:05 PM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:01 PM Pescara station | 3h04 | 8:05 PM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
![]() | 2:28 AM Pescara station | 3h42 | 6:10 AM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:10 AM Pescara station | 4h15 | 8:25 AM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Pescara station to Bari run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:06, the last at 18:10. The fastest train covers the 165 miles (266 km) distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 165 miles (266 km) |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 2:06 AM |
Last train 6:10 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 Pescara station 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 Pescara station to Bari trains use the Pescara Centrale to Bari Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bari Palese-Macchie. Use this guide to compare Pescara station and Bari train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pescara 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Barcaccia, Trattoria del Mare
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pescara Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pescara Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pescara Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pescara Centrale: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pescara Centrale: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Carlton, B&B Hotel Pescara, Hotel Ambra Palace.
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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