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Museo Diocesano di Otranto
Diocesan museum displaying sacred art, sculpture and liturgical objects linked to Otranto’s religious history.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Gallipoli to Otranto
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h 17 m
Buses on 05 Sept
6
Distance
45 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Gallipoli to Otranto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gallipoli to Otranto will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Fast coaches
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 6 buses from Gallipoli to Otranto, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 45 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Autobus FS Sud Est 7504318:001h15Gallipoli19:15Otranto£41One-way0 changes- Autobus FS Sud Est 83032 · PORTO CESAREO LINK FS Sud Est 83024 · OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est 7904515:002h20Gallipoli17:20Otranto£41One-way2 changes
- Autobus FS Sud Est 71044 · Autobus FS Sud Est 78011 · OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E78136:003h45Gallipoli9:45Otranto£41One-way2 changes
- Autobus FS Sud Est 7504111:401h15Gallipoli12:55Otranto£41One-way0 changes
- Autobus FS Sud Est 79019 · Regionale FS Sud Est 9087412:053h25Gallipoli station15:30Otranto£51One-way1 change
- Autobus FS Sud Est 7504318:001h15Gallipoli19:15Otranto£41One-way0 changes
- Autobus FS Sud Est 7504111:401h15Gallipoli12:55Otranto£41One-way0 changes
- Autobus FS Sud Est 83032 · PORTO CESAREO LINK FS Sud Est 83024 · OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est 7904515:002h20Gallipoli17:20Otranto£41One-way2 changes
- OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7811 · Autobus FS Sud Est 774B117:433h12Gallipoli station20:55Otranto£81One-way1 change
- Autobus FS Sud Est 79019 · Regionale FS Sud Est 9087412:053h25Gallipoli station15:30Otranto£51One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gallipoli to Otranto
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gallipoli to Otranto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 42m. 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 £4, while a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 45 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£4 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company | Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Gallipoli to Otranto is a coach with an average price of £4.
This is compared to other travel options from Gallipoli to Otranto:
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gallipoli to Otranto costing on average £6.
The fastest way to travel from Gallipoli to Otranto is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 12m.
Other travel options to Otranto take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 49m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gallipoli and Otranto including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £4 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £3. The journey takes 1h 12m versus 47m 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, SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro.
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.
Live departures
Gallipoli to Otranto bus times
The table below shows live departures for Gallipoli to Otranto coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autobus FS Sud Est 71044 · Autobus FS Sud Est 78011 · OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7813 | 6:00 Gallipoli | 3h45 | 9:45 Otranto | 2 changes | |
| Autobus FS Sud Est 75041 | 11:40 Gallipoli | 1h15 | 12:55 Otranto | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale FS Sud Est 90874 · Autobus FS Sud Est 79019 | 12:05 Gallipoli station | 3h25 | 15:30 Otranto | 1 change | |
| Autobus FS Sud Est 83032 · PORTO CESAREO LINK FS Sud Est 83024 · OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est 79045 | 15:00 Gallipoli | 2h20 | 17:20 Otranto | 2 changes | |
| Autobus FS Sud Est 774B1 · OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7811 | 17:43 Gallipoli station | 3h12 | 20:55 Otranto | 1 change | |
| Autobus FS Sud Est 75043 | 18:00 Gallipoli | 1h15 | 19:15 Otranto | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Gallipoli to Otranto
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Buses from Gallipoli to Otranto run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:55, the last at 20:11. The fastest coach covers the 45 km distance in 1h 15m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 45 km |
Average bus duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 5:55 |
Last bus 20:11 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro from Gallipoli to OtrantoYou can travel by bus between Gallipoli to Otranto with BlaBlaCar, SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro Price
£5
SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Otranto
Things to do in Otranto
Discover the best of Otranto — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Otranto trip today.
Museo Archeologico di Otranto
Archaeological collection in the castle area presenting finds from ancient Hydruntum and the surrounding territory.
Museo della Preistoria di Otranto
Compact local museum focused on prehistoric and marine finds from the Bauxitic Lake and coastal area.
- Must visit
Centro Storico di Otranto
Historic quarter of white-stone lanes, stairways and small squares enclosed by Otranto’s defensive walls.
- Recommended
Lungomare degli Eroi
Lively harbourfront promenade for sea views, boats, evening walks and easy access to the old town and beaches.
- Recommended
Bastioni Pelagi
Panoramic seafront viewpoint below the walls, popular for photos of the cathedral dome, harbour and sunset light.
Ricci di mare
Fresh sea urchin roe eaten raw on bread or with pasta. A prized Salento coastal speciality, especially loved when the catch is in season.
- Vegetarian
Sagne 'ncannulate
Hand-shaped durum wheat pasta, traditionally served with tomato sauce and local cacioricotta cheese. A classic everyday dish across Salento.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Fave e cicorie
Broad bean purée served with wild chicory. A humble Salento staple that reflects the region’s cucina povera and farm cooking traditions.
LaltroBaffo
Refined seafood restaurant in the historic centre, known for well-presented local fish dishes and an intimate old-town setting.
La Bella Idrusa
Traditional bakery and rosticceria popular for local snacks, rustici and quick bites, ideal for an affordable taste of everyday Salento food.
Retro Gusto
Stylish yet relaxed restaurant serving Salento seafood and pasta near the seafront, with a modern approach and local ingredients.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Puglia: summer stays and seafront dining rise, but casual meals and local transport stay fairly reasonable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for a simple meal or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.20-3 for an espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is enough in cafés.
Salento in Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- Unknown
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
Via Orte (Porto), Otranto -> Piazza del Popolo, Otranto
- Distance
- 1.6 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Otranto has very limited local public transport; the official seasonal Salento in Bus network mainly connects coastal resorts rather than short in-town trips.
- From Via Orte (Porto), the historic centre is walkable. I could not verify an official contactless payment policy for local services from the allowed official sources.
FAQs: Gallipoli to Otranto coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gallipoli to Otranto by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Otranto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Gallipoli to Otranto can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Gallipoli to Otranto is £4; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Gallipoli to Otranto is 1h 15m to travel the 45 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Gallipoli to Otranto leaves at 5:55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Gallipoli to Otranto leaves at 20:11.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Gallipoli to Otranto with BlaBlaCar, SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Gallipoli to Otranto, you can count on BlaBlaCar, SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro for the best way to get you to Otranto. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Gallipoli and Otranto and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Otranto from Gallipoli is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Gallipoli to Otranto is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gallipoli and Otranto including taking a train and coach.
No, the coach from Gallipoli to Otranto has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Gallipoli to Otranto.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Gallipoli to Otranto.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Gallipoli to Otranto.
No, luggage for the coach from Gallipoli to Otranto needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Gallipoli to Otranto.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Gallipoli to Otranto.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Gallipoli to Otranto.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Gallipoli to Otranto.
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