How to travel from Bari to Rome

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bari to Rome

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bari to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $38 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, while a flight costs an average of $345.

Distance: 232 miles (374 km)

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Driving

$345

Average price

$65

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$38

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Cheapest

$129

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4h 14m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 14m

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2h 0m

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7h 10m

Average total duration

6h 40m

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30m

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6h 59m

Average total duration

6h 29m

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30m

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4h 48m

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1.1 - 2.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.4 - 0.9kg

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Intercity

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bari to Rome is a bus with an average price of $38.

This is compared to other travel options from Bari to Rome:

A bus is $26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bari to Rome costing on average $65.

A bus is $307 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bari to Rome costing on average $345.

The fastest way to travel from Bari to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 14m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 59m.

Train takes on average 7h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bari and Rome including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Bari to Rome among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 2h 34m sooner (2h 14m by flight vs 4h 48m by car). Tickets start at around $345 compared to roughly $129 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Bari to Rome

How to get from Bari to Rome by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Bari to Rome is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Itabus1104
    1:45 PM6h40
    Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari)
    8:25 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    $141One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Itabus1104
    1:45 PM6h40
    Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari)
    8:25 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    $141One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • ITAAZ1616
    3:20 PM1h05
    Bari Palese Airport
    4:25 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $4501One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 19829 · Regionale 4296 · Regionale 21090
    8:10 AM9h54
    Bari Centrale
    6:04 PMRome Termini
    $531One-way
    2 transfers
  • IntercityIntercity 704
    4:05 PM6h24
    Bari Centrale
    10:29 PMRome Termini
    $611One-way
    0 transfers
  • IntercityIntercity 606+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4167
    5:55 AM6h55
    Bari Centrale
    12:50 PMRome Termini
    $611One-way
    1 transfer
  • Itabus1202
    10:00 AM8h15
    Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari)
    6:15 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Itabus1122
    11:35 AM6h10
    Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari)
    5:45 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    $151One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:15 AM5h45
    Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari)
    2:00 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 7074
    9:00 PM1h10
    Bari Palese Airport
    10:10 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $1301One-way
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ1606
    7:25 PM1h10
    Bari Palese Airport
    8:35 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $2711One-way
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ1612
    11:20 AM1h10
    Bari Palese Airport
    12:30 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $3251One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Bari to Rome

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Bari to Rome, 67,07% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Bari to Rome and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

Search on Omio to find cheap tickets from Bari to Rome. It’s easy to find the most attractive prices and choose your preferred route for your journey. Book on web or app, and travel with your mobile ticket —without the stress of printing your ticket.

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FAQs: Travel from Bari to Rome

Travel to Rome easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bari to Rome.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Bari and Rome including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bari to Rome is a bus with an average price of $38.

This is compared to other travel options from Bari to Rome:

A bus is $26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bari to Rome costing on average $65.

A bus is $307 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bari to Rome costing on average $345.

The fastest way to travel from Bari to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 14m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 59m.

Train takes on average 7h 10m.

The distance from Bari to Rome is approximately 232 miles (374 km).
The average frequency per day from Bari to Rome is:
  • Around 18 buses per day.
  • Around 16 flights per day.
  • Around 15 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bari and Rome as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bari to Rome:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bari Palese Airport and arrive in Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bari Centrale and arrive in Rome Termini.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) and arrive in Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bari to Rome, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Busitalia, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Itabus to go to Rome by bus.
  • Travel with Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, Regionale, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento to go to Rome by train.
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines, Luxair, Malta Air, ITA to go to Rome by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bari to Rome with the following travel companies:
  • 16 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Itabus.
  • 6 direct trains per day with Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento.
  • 6 direct flights per day with Malta Air, ITA.
Omio customers who travel from Bari to Rome often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Naples, Milan, Venice, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rome and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rome to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Rome, explore Trastevere's charming streets and nightlife, stroll through Villa Borghese's parks and museums, enjoy gelato at the lively Piazza Navona, and visit the Spanish Steps for views and people-watching. Discover the ancient Catacombs with guided tours, and don't miss the best sights: the iconic Colosseum, the art-filled Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel, the ruins of the Roman Forum, the well-preserved Pantheon, and the famous Trevi Fountain where you can toss a coin for good luck.
To experience Rome's main attractions, a stay of 3 to 4 days is generally recommended, allowing time to visit landmarks like the Colosseum, Vatican City, and explore local neighborhoods.
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