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Compare train and bus for Ancona to Policoro
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ancona to Policoro among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of DKK 457 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of DKK 457, while a train costs an average of DKK 558.
Distance: 285 miles (459 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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DKK 457 Average price Cheapest | DKK 558 Average price | DKK 1,054 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 38m Average total duration 9h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration Fastest 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Ancona to Policoro
Compare the available ways to get from Ancona to Policoro, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Ancona to Policoro:
A bus is DKK 101 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ancona to Policoro costing on average DKK 558.
Other travel options to Policoro take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 38m.
Tickets start at around DKK 457 compared to roughly DKK 1,054 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about DKK 597. The journey takes 9h 8m versus 5h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Travel optionsfrom Ancona to Policoro
How to get from Ancona to Policoro by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Ancona to Policoro is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

10:15 PM 9h30 Ancona 7:45 AM Policoro DKK 312 1 One-way 0 transfers
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10:15 PM 9h30 Ancona 7:45 AM Policoro DKK 312 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest

10:15 PM 9h30 Ancona 7:45 AM Policoro DKK 312 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Ancona to Policoro:
A bus is DKK 101 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ancona to Policoro costing on average DKK 558.
Other travel options to Policoro take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 38m.
- Around 4 trains per day.
- Around 3 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ancona and Policoro as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Ancona station and arrive in Policoro-Tursi.
- Buses mostly depart from Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 and arrive in Policoro, Terminal Bus (Via Bologna).
- Travel with Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa to go to Policoro by train.
- Travel with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee to go to Policoro by bus.
- 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
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