- Must visit
Museo Civico di Barletta
City museum inside the castle displaying archaeology, sculpture, and paintings. It is the best introduction to Barletta’s long history.
Cheapest price
€54
Average price
€80
Fastest journey
6 h 48 m
Average duration
7 h 3 m
Trains per day
67
Distance
568 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Mestre to Barletta is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice Mestre to Barletta will cost around €80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
Of the 67 trains that leave Venice Mestre for Barletta on Thu, Aug 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 568 km distance in an average of 7 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 48 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 7 h 13 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.
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FRECCIAROSSA 9421 · FRECCIAROSSA 8813Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice Mestre to Barletta among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €56, and a flight costs an average of €36.
Distance: 352 miles (568 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€67 Average price Cheapest | €83 Average price | €109 Average price | €115 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Venice Mestre to Barletta:
A train is €17 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Venice Mestre to Barletta costing on average €83.
A train is €42 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice Mestre to Barletta costing on average €109.
Other travel options to Barletta take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 0m.
Bus takes on average 9h 45m.
Tickets start at around €67 compared to roughly €115 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €48. The journey takes 8h 0m versus 6h 46m 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 Frecciarossa.
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 Venice Mestre to Barletta trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 6:53 PM Venice Mestre | 10h21 | 5:14 AM Barletta | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Venice Mestre to Barletta run on average 16 times per day, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €56 but you can travel from only €36 by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:53, the last at 20:53. The fastest train covers the 352 miles (568 km) distance in 8h 24m.
Distance 352 miles (568 km) |
Average train duration 8h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €56 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 8h 24m |
First train 7:53 AM |
Last train 8:53 PM |
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Discover the best of Barletta — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Barletta trip today.
City museum inside the castle displaying archaeology, sculpture, and paintings. It is the best introduction to Barletta’s long history.
Pinacoteca in Palazzo Della Marra, famous for works by Giuseppe De Nittis. Essential for nineteenth-century art and local heritage.
Archaeological area and museum beneath the cathedral, showing early Christian and medieval layers. Ideal for understanding the city’s origins.
Historic heart of Barletta with narrow lanes, churches, and noble buildings. Best area for wandering and discovering the city’s character.
Elegant square facing the theater and seafront. A lively meeting point for architecture, strolling, and people-watching in central Barletta.
Broad seafront promenade popular for walks, sea views, and sunset. It connects major landmarks with a relaxed local atmosphere.
Handmade orecchiette pasta, often served with tomato sauce, caciocavallo or turnip greens. It is a symbol of Apulian home cooking and Sunday family meals.
Burrata from nearby Andria, a fresh mozzarella shell filled with creamy stracciatella. It is one of the area’s most celebrated dairy specialties.
A folded semolina flatbread traditionally filled with tomato and mozzarella. Popular across Barletta and northern Puglia as a rustic street food and bakery favorite.
Refined seafood restaurant known for polished Apulian dishes and elegant service. A strong choice for a special dinner in Barletta.
Well-known local restaurant serving classic Apulian seafood and regional specialties in a traditional, welcoming setting.
Casual, reliable spot for pizza and southern Italian dishes. Popular for relaxed meals with generous portions and local flavors.
Moderate for Italy. Hotels and dining are often cheaper than Rome or Milan, while local trains and buses stay reasonably priced for tourists.
Service is often included or minimal. Round up at cafes and taxis, or leave 5-10% in restaurants for very good service.
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Barletta Railway Station -> Piazza Aldo Moro
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice Mestre to Barletta 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 Barletta, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Venice Mestre to Barletta trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Barletta station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice Mestre and Barletta train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
Barletta is 1 km from Barletta city centre. Public transport options include:
Barletta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Il Brigantino, Essenza Cibo Lento
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Ticket office support is available at Barletta. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Barletta. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barletta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barletta: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barletta: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Dei Cavalieri, Nicotel Barletta, Hotel La Terrazza.
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