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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
$88
Average price
$142
Fastest journey
5 h 11 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
391 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to Bari will cost around $142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
It's difficult to get from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to Bari without transferring at least once.
Regionale 83075+
Intercity 583 · Intercity 715
Leonardo express 4647+
FRECCIAROSSA 8323
Leonardo express 4625+
FRECCIAROSSA 8315
Leonardo express 4631+
FRECCIAROSSA 8317
Leonardo express 4701+
FRECCIAROSSA 9511
Leonardo express 4647+
FRECCIAROSSA 8323
Leonardo express 4625+
FRECCIAROSSA 8315
Leonardo express 4631+
FRECCIAROSSA 8317
Leonardo express 4615+
FRECCIAROSSA 8311
Leonardo express 4701+
FRECCIAROSSA 9511Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $10, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 242 miles (391 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price | $410 Average price | $125 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to Bari:
A train is $20 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to Bari costing on average $55.
A train is $376 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to Bari costing on average $410.
Other travel options to Bari take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 30m.
Bus takes on average 7h 28m.
Tickets start at around $34 compared to roughly $125 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $91. The journey takes 5h 30m versus 4h 30m 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 Italo.
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 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to Bari trains for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Leonardo express 4579+ FRECCIAROSSA 8303 | 7:08 AM Fiumicino Aeroporto | 5h33 | 12:41 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Leonardo express 4701+ FRECCIAROSSA 9511 | 9:38 AM Fiumicino Aeroporto | 5h22 | 3:00 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Leonardo express 4615+ FRECCIAROSSA 8311 | 12:23 PM Fiumicino Aeroporto | 5h20 | 5:43 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 83075+ Intercity 583 · Intercity 715 | 12:57 PM Fiumicino Aeroporto | 9h59 | 10:56 PM Bari Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Leonardo express 4625+ FRECCIAROSSA 8315 | 2:08 PM Fiumicino Aeroporto | 5h12 | 7:20 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Leonardo express 4631+ FRECCIAROSSA 8317 | 3:08 PM Fiumicino Aeroporto | 5h12 | 8:20 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Leonardo express 4647+ FRECCIAROSSA 8323 | 5:08 PM Fiumicino Aeroporto | 5h11 | 10:19 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to Bari run on average 38 times per day, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:57, the last at 20:53. The fastest train covers the 242 miles (391 km) distance in 4h 21m.
Distance 242 miles (391 km) |
Average train duration 5h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 |
Trains per day 38 |
Fastest train 4h 21m |
First train 3:57 AM |
Last train 8:53 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.
Official public transport app
Bari Centrale -> Piazza Aldo Moro
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport 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 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to Bari trains use the Roma Termini to Bari Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bari, Largo Sorrentino. Use this guide to compare Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and Bari train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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.
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