- Must visit
Museo Castromediano
Major museum of Apulian archaeology with Messapian, Roman, and medieval finds. Essential for understanding Lecce and Salento before exploring the city.
Cheapest price
CHF11
Average price
CHF14
Fastest journey
1 h 18 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
41
Distance
107 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Polignano a Mare to Lecce is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Polignano a Mare to Lecce will cost around CHF14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF11.
Of the 41 trains that leave Polignano a Mare for Lecce on Tue, Aug 04, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 107 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 1 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.
Regionale 23517 · Regionale Veloce 4393
Regionale 4439
Regionale 23545 · Regionale Veloce 4449
Regionale 23509 · Regionale Veloce 4387
Regionale 23501 · Regionale Veloce 4377
InterCityNotte 35545
Intercity 607
Regionale 4385
Regionale 4439
Intercity 609Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Polignano a Mare to Lecce among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from CHF10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of CHF10, and a bus costs an average of CHF11.
Distance: 66 miles (107 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
CHF11 Average price Cheapest | CHF11 Average price | CHF19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Polignano a Mare to Lecce:
A train is CHF0.09 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Polignano a Mare to Lecce costing on average CHF11.
Other travel options to Lecce take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 41m.
Tickets start at around CHF11 compared to roughly CHF19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF8. The journey takes 1h 31m versus 1h 11m 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 Regionale, 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 Polignano a Mare to Lecce trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus FS Sud Est 15136+ Regionale 23543 · Regionale Veloce 4421 | 4:10 PM Cozze | 2h03 | 6:13 PM Lecce station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 23543 · Regionale Veloce 4421 | 4:34 PM Polignano a Mare station | 1h39 | 6:13 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 23545 · Regionale Veloce 4449 | 5:04 PM Polignano a Mare station | 1h41 | 6:45 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 15031+ Regionale Veloce 4429 | 5:55 PM Cozze | 2h18 | 8:13 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 23551 · Regionale Veloce 4427 | 6:10 PM Polignano a Mare station | 1h33 | 7:43 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 23555 · Regionale Veloce 4429 | 6:34 PM Polignano a Mare station | 1h39 | 8:13 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 15060+ Regionale 4439 | 7:05 PM Cozze | 3h20 | 10:25 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 15060+ Regionale 23583+ FRECCIAROSSA 8317 | 7:05 PM Cozze | 2h43 | 9:48 PM Lecce station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 607 | 7:21 PM Polignano a Mare station | 1h19 | 8:40 PM Lecce station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 23583+ FRECCIAROSSA 8317 | 8:09 PM Polignano a Mare station | 1h39 | 9:48 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 15035+ Regionale 4439 | 8:30 PM Cozze | 1h55 | 10:25 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4439 | 9:05 PM Polignano a Mare station | 1h20 | 10:25 PM Lecce station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 609 | 9:29 PM Polignano a Mare station | 1h20 | 10:49 PM Lecce station | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 754+ FRECCIAROSSA 8323 | 9:45 PM Polignano a Mare station | 2h01 | 11:46 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4445 | 11:33 PM Polignano a Mare station | 1h22 | 12:55 AM Lecce station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 4433 | 5:31 AM Polignano a Mare station | 1h24 | 6:55 AM Lecce station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 23501 · Regionale Veloce 4377 | 6:03 AM Polignano a Mare station | 1h40 | 7:43 AM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 15003+ Regionale Veloce 4381 | 6:20 AM Cozze | 1h53 | 8:13 AM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 23503 · Regionale Veloce 4381 | 6:34 AM Polignano a Mare station | 1h39 | 8:13 AM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 15002+ Regionale 4385 | 7:05 AM Cozze | 2h10 | 9:15 AM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 15015+ Regionale 4385 | 7:25 AM Cozze | 1h50 | 9:15 AM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 15110+ Regionale 23511 · Regionale Veloce 4393 | 7:55 AM Cozze | 2h50 | 10:45 AM Lecce station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 15110+ Regionale 23511+ InterCityNotte 35547 | 7:55 AM Cozze | 2h15 | 10:10 AM Lecce station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 4385 | 7:56 AM Polignano a Mare station | 1h19 | 9:15 AM Lecce station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 23509 · Regionale Veloce 4387 | 8:04 AM Polignano a Mare station | 1h41 | 9:45 AM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 35545 | 8:12 AM Polignano a Mare station | 1h18 | 9:30 AM Lecce station | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 35547 | 8:45 AM Polignano a Mare station | 1h25 | 10:10 AM Lecce station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 23517 · Regionale Veloce 4393 | 9:06 AM Polignano a Mare station | 1h39 | 10:45 AM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 15016+ Regionale 23519 · Regionale Veloce 4397 | 9:15 AM Cozze | 2h28 | 11:43 AM Lecce station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 23519 · Regionale Veloce 4397 | 10:02 AM Polignano a Mare station | 1h41 | 11:43 AM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 23525 · Regionale Veloce 4401 | 12:22 PM Polignano a Mare station | 1h51 | 2:13 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 15017+ Regionale Veloce 4405 | 12:45 PM Cozze | 1h58 | 2:43 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 23531 · Regionale Veloce 4405 | 1:04 PM Polignano a Mare station | 1h39 | 2:43 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 15018+ Regionale 23533 · Regionale Veloce 4411 | 1:30 PM Cozze | 2h13 | 3:43 PM Lecce station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 23549 · Regionale Veloce 4407 | 1:34 PM Polignano a Mare station | 1h39 | 3:13 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 15021+ FRECCIAROSSA 8801 | 2:00 PM Cozze | 2h08 | 4:08 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 23533 · Regionale Veloce 4411 | 2:04 PM Polignano a Mare station | 1h39 | 3:43 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 23535+ FRECCIAROSSA 8801 | 2:34 PM Polignano a Mare station | 1h34 | 4:08 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 15027+ Regionale Veloce 4415 | 2:55 PM Cozze | 1h50 | 4:45 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 23537 · Regionale Veloce 4415 | 2:57 PM Polignano a Mare station | 1h48 | 4:45 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 603 | 3:29 PM Polignano a Mare station | 1h22 | 4:51 PM Lecce station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Polignano a Mare to Lecce run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF10 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 66 miles (107 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 66 miles (107 km) |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF10 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 11:33 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Lecce — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lecce trip today.
Major museum of Apulian archaeology with Messapian, Roman, and medieval finds. Essential for understanding Lecce and Salento before exploring the city.
Museum of the Roman theatre area displaying excavated sculptures, inscriptions, and models. A useful companion to Lecce's visible ancient remains.
Contemporary art museum in a former monastery with rotating exhibitions and cultural events. A strong stop for modern creativity in historic Lecce.
Lecce's main square with the Roman amphitheatre, civic landmarks, and constant street life. The best starting point for understanding the city center.
Enclosed cathedral square of rare theatrical beauty, framed by the duomo, bell tower, and seminary. One of southern Italy's finest urban spaces.
The maze-like historic center of Lecce, rich in Baroque churches, carved balconies, and artisan workshops. Best explored slowly on foot.
Rustic shortcrust pastry filled with tomato, mozzarella and béchamel. A beloved Lecce street snack, especially from local bakeries and bars.
Fresh pasta shaped like twisted ribbons, often served with rich tomato sauce and ricotta forte or caciotta. A classic Salento homemade dish.
Fried potato croquettes stuffed with mozzarella and sometimes tomato. Popular in Lecce rotisserie shops as a comforting local snack.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant known for refined Salento cuisine in a historic setting near the old city.
Historic, casual spot famous for rustic Salento cooking, generous portions and a lively local dining room.
Long-established Lecce institution serving traditional Salento dishes and seafood in a polished yet welcoming atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: dining is reasonable, local transit is low-cost, and lodging is often cheaper than Rome, Milan, or Florence, though summer rates rise in the historic center.
Tipping is modest. A service charge may appear. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for great service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine at cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Polignano a Mare to Lecce 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 Lecce, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Polignano a Mare to Lecce trains use the Polignano A Mare to Lecce station pair. Use this guide to compare Polignano a Mare and Lecce train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Polignano A Mare has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ristorante Grotta Palazzese, Antiche Mura
Ticket office support is available at Polignano A Mare. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Polignano A Mare: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Polignano A Mare: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Polignano A Mare: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Covo dei Saraceni, Hotel Grotta Palazzese, Hotel San Tommaso.
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.
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