How to travel from Padua to Bari

There are 3 options to travel between Padua and Bari including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Padua to Bari is a bus with an average price of €40.

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

A bus is €25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Padua to Bari costing on average €66.

A bus is €37 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Padua to Bari costing on average €77.

The fastest way to travel from Padua to Bari is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 40m.

Other travel options to Bari take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 14m.

Bus takes on average 11h 14m.

The distance from Padua to Bari is approximately 387 miles (624 km).

The average frequency per day from Padua to Bari is:

• Around 21 flights per day.
• Around 16 trains per day.
• Around 13 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Padua and Bari 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 Padua to Bari:

• Flights mostly depart from Venice Marco Polo Airport and arrive in Bari Palese Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Padova and arrive in Bari Centrale.
• Buses mostly depart from Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) and arrive in Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Padua to Bari, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento to go to Bari by train.
• Travel with Malta Air, Ryanair, ITA to go to Bari by flight.
• Travel with Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus to go to Bari by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Padua to Bari with the following travel companies:

• 2 direct trains per day with Frecciarossa.
• 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
• 4 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair.

Omio customers who travel from Padua to Bari often also extend their vacation to go to Matera, Alberobello, Rome, Naples, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bari and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Bari to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Bari, you can explore the vibrant local markets, sample fresh produce, and traditional Apulian delicacies. Take a cooking class to learn how to make authentic Italian pasta, or enjoy a boat tour along the Adriatic coast to discover hidden coves. Attend local festivals to experience the lively culture, and visit the Pinacoteca Metropolitana di Bari for art from the Renaissance to contemporary periods. Don't miss the Basilica di San Nicola, Bari Vecchia, Castello Normanno-Svevo, the scenic Lungomare Nazario Sauro, and the iconic Teatro Petruzzelli.

You typically need 2 to 3 days in Bari to explore the historic Old Town, visit the Basilica di San Nicola, stroll along the seafront, and enjoy local cuisine.