The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Bari Centrale
Cheapest price
$127
Average price
$184
Fastest journey
10 h 54 m
Average duration
12 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
959 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Bari Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Bari Centrale will cost around $184 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $127.
Of the 2 trains that leave Zurich for Bari Centrale on Wed, Jun 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 959 km distance in an average of 12 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 54 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 13 h 27 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.
4:33 PM13h27Zurich6:00 AMBari Centrale$1271One-way0 transfers
5:33 AM10h54Zurich4:27 PMBari Centrale$2421One-way0 transfers
5:33 AM10h54Zurich4:27 PMBari Centrale$2421One-way0 transfers
4:33 PM13h27Zurich6:00 AMBari Centrale$1271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Bari Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Bari Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $66, and a flight costs an average of $193.
Distance: 595 miles (959 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$204 Average price | $91 Average price Cheapest | $321 Average price | $261 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 3m Average total duration 12h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 20m Average total duration 20h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Bari Centrale:
A bus is $112 (€91) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Bari Centrale costing on average $204 (€165).
A bus is $229 (€186) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Bari Centrale costing on average $321 (€260).
Other travel options to Bari Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 33m.
Bus takes on average 20h 50m.
Tickets start at around $204 (€165) compared to roughly $261 (€212) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $58 (€47). The journey takes 12h 33m versus 11h 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Zurich to Bari Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Bari Centrale trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:33 PM Zurich | 13h27 | 6:00 AM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Bari Centrale
Trains from Zurich to Bari Centrale run on average 9 times per day, taking around 12h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $127 (€103) but you can travel from only $66 (€53) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 16:33. The fastest train covers the 595 miles (959 km) distance in 10h 54m.
Distance 595 miles (959 km) |
Average train duration 12h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $127 (€103) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 10h 54m |
First train 5:33 AM |
Last train 4:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Bari Centrale trainsIntercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Bari Centrale from $66 (€53). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Intercity Notte
Frecciarossa
Intercity
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Bari Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Bari Centrale 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 Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Bari Centrale
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Piazza Aldo Moro.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Piccinni
- La Tana Del Polpo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Excelsior Bari
- Grand Hotel Leon d'Oro
- Hotel Adria
- Located in the main hall
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for regional and high-speed trains
- Hall 2: platforms 9-16 for long-distance and international trains
- Metro: Line FM1
- Bus: Several lines available
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