How to travel from Palermo to Bari

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

The cheapest way to travel from Palermo to Bari is a train with an average price of $76 (€61).

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

A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Palermo to Bari costing on average $78 (€63).

A train is $47 (€38) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Palermo to Bari costing on average $123 (€99).

The fastest way to travel from Palermo to Bari is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 31m.

Other travel options to Bari take longer:

Bus takes on average 12h 2m.

Train takes on average 15h 55m.

The distance from Palermo to Bari is approximately 278 miles (448 km).

The average frequency per day from Palermo to Bari is:

• Around 31 flights per day.
• Around 3 trains per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.
• Around 1 ferries per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Palermo to Bari:

• Flights mostly depart from Palermo Airport and arrive in Bari Palese Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Palermo Centrale and arrive in Bari Centrale.
• Buses mostly depart from Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) and arrive in Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari).

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

• Travel with Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to Bari by train.
• Travel with Sais Autolinee, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Bari by bus.
• Travel with Malta Air, ITA, Ryanair to go to Bari by flight.

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

• 0 direct buses per day with Sais Autolinee, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
• 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair.

Omio customers who travel from Palermo 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.