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Museo Pino Pascali
Small civic museum presenting local contemporary art and cultural exhibitions inside a historic building in the old centre.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£2
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£4
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
33 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
37 m
Buses on 18 Sept
17
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Castellana Grotte to Polignano a Mare is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castellana Grotte to Polignano a Mare will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £2.
To travel from Castellana Grotte to Polignano a Mare you need to make at least one change.
Autobus FS Sud Est 13040 · Autobus FS Sud Est 16055
Autobus FS Sud Est 13028 · Autobus FS Sud Est 16029
Autobus FS Sud Est 13002 · Autobus FS Sud Est 16001
Regionale FS Sud Est 92128 · Autobus FS Sud Est 16041
Regionale FS Sud Est 92102 · Autobus FS Sud Est M1603
Regionale FS Sud Est 92104 · Autobus FS Sud Est 16009
Autobus FS Sud Est 13040 · Autobus FS Sud Est 16055
Autobus FS Sud Est 13002 · Autobus FS Sud Est 16001
Regionale FS Sud Est 92128 · Autobus FS Sud Est 16041
Regionale FS Sud Est 92124 · Autobus FS Sud Est 16175Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Castellana Grotte to Polignano a Mare among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £2 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £2, while a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 13 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£2 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Castellana Grotte to Polignano a Mare:
A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Castellana Grotte to Polignano a Mare costing on average £6.
Other travel options to Polignano a Mare take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 27m.
Tickets start at around £2 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £0.66. The journey takes 30m versus 22m 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.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Castellana Grotte to Polignano a Mare coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus FS Sud Est 310B+ Regionale 23547 | 15:15 Castellana Grotte station | 2h18 | 17:33 Polignano a Mare station | 1 change | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 310B+ Regionale Veloce 4421 · Regionale 23568 | 15:15 Castellana Grotte station | 2h10 | 17:25 Polignano a Mare station | 2 changes | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 13040 · Autobus FS Sud Est 16055 | 17:25 Castellana Grotte | 0h35 | 18:00 Polignano a Mare, Via Martiri di Dogali / P.zza Giuseppe Garibaldi | 1 change | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 13036 · Autobus FS Sud Est 13136+ Regionale 23557 | 17:55 Castellana Grotte | 1h08 | 19:03 Polignano a Mare station | 2 changes | |
Regionale FS Sud Est 92320 · Autobus FS Sud Est 16091 | 18:15 Castellana Grotte station | 1h15 | 19:30 Polignano a Mare, Via Martiri di Dogali / P.zza Giuseppe Garibaldi | 1 change | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 324B+ Regionale 4439 | 19:15 Castellana Grotte station | 1h49 | 21:04 Polignano a Mare station | 1 change | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 396B+ Regionale 4445 | 21:15 Castellana Grotte station | 2h17 | 23:32 Polignano a Mare station | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
Autobus FS Sud Est 13002 · Autobus FS Sud Est 16001 | 5:55 Castellana Grotte | 0h35 | 6:30 Polignano a Mare, Via Martiri di Dogali / P.zza Giuseppe Garibaldi | 1 change | |
Regionale FS Sud Est 92102 · Autobus FS Sud Est M1603 | 6:04 Castellana Grotte station | 0h51 | 6:55 Polignano a Mare, Via Martiri di Dogali / P.zza Giuseppe Garibaldi | 1 change | |
Regionale FS Sud Est 92104 · Autobus FS Sud Est 16009 | 6:37 Castellana Grotte station | 0h33 | 7:10 Polignano a Mare, Via Martiri di Dogali / P.zza Giuseppe Garibaldi | 1 change | |
Regionale FS Sud Est 92105 · Autobus FS Sud Est 308B+ Regionale 23519 | 7:38 Castellana Grotte station | 2h23 | 10:01 Polignano a Mare station | 2 changes | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 13010+ Regionale 23521 | 9:25 Castellana Grotte | 1h08 | 10:33 Polignano a Mare station | 1 change | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 114B+ Regionale 23527 | 9:37 Castellana Grotte station | 2h23 | 12:00 Polignano a Mare station | 1 change | |
Regionale FS Sud Est 92118 · Autobus FS Sud Est 16023 | 11:40 Castellana Grotte station | 0h55 | 12:35 Polignano a Mare, Via Martiri di Dogali / P.zza Giuseppe Garibaldi | 1 change | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 13028 · Autobus FS Sud Est 16029 | 12:50 Castellana Grotte | 0h50 | 13:40 Polignano a Mare, Via Martiri di Dogali / P.zza Giuseppe Garibaldi | 1 change | |
Regionale FS Sud Est 92124 · Autobus FS Sud Est 16175 | 13:15 Castellana Grotte station | 0h40 | 13:55 Polignano a Mare, Via Martiri di Dogali / P.zza Giuseppe Garibaldi | 1 change | |
Regionale FS Sud Est 92128 · Autobus FS Sud Est 16041 | 14:15 Castellana Grotte station | 0h40 | 14:55 Polignano a Mare, Via Martiri di Dogali / P.zza Giuseppe Garibaldi | 1 change | |
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Buses from Castellana Grotte to Polignano a Mare run on average 13 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 21:40. The fastest coach covers the 13 km distance in 30m.
Distance 13 km |
Average bus duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 1:05 |
Last bus 21:40 |
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Discover the best of Polignano a Mare — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Polignano a Mare trip today.
Small civic museum presenting local contemporary art and cultural exhibitions inside a historic building in the old centre.
Gallery space for temporary contemporary art exhibitions, useful for visitors seeking modern culture beyond the town’s seafront scenery.
Cultural venue with rotating art and heritage displays that add local context to a walk through the historic centre.
Famous cove framed by cliffs and the old bridge, ideal for classic views, swimming in season, and iconic photos of the town.
Seafront terrace near the Modugno statue with wide Adriatic views, sea breeze, and one of the town’s most popular sunset spots.
Historic centre of whitewashed lanes, stairways, and sea balconies, best explored on foot for atmosphere, architecture, and viewpoints.
Raw local sea urchin, eaten fresh with bread in season. A classic Pugliese seaside delicacy prized for its sweet, briny flavour.
Rice, potatoes and mussels baked in layers with tomatoes and Pecorino. A much-loved Apulian home dish tied to coastal cooking.
Small ear-shaped pasta traditionally served with a tomato sauce and cacioricotta or with turnip tops. A signature pasta of Puglia.
Established seafood restaurant with classic Pugliese dishes, raw catches and a polished yet relaxed atmosphere near the centre.
Popular casual stop for coffee and the town's famous special coffee, plus pastries and light bites in a lively central setting.
Well-known restaurant serving local seafood, pasta and regional classics in a welcoming traditional dining room.
Moderate for Puglia: stays rise in summer, dining is reasonable, and local trains are cheap compared with Italy’s bigger resort towns.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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