- Recommended
Museo Civico Pietro Cavoti
Civic museum presenting local history, art and archaeological finds that help explain Galatina and the Salento area.
Cheapest price on 02 Sept
£2
Average ticket price on 02 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 02 Sept
20 m
Average journey duration on 02 Sept
36 m
Buses on 02 Sept
5
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lecce to Galatina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lecce to Galatina will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £2.
On Wed 02 Sept, we found 5 buses from Lecce to Galatina, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 20 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 50 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lecce to Galatina 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 18m. 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 £3.
Distance: 20 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£2 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Lecce to Galatina:
A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lecce to Galatina costing on average £3.
Other travel options to Galatina take longer:
Train takes on average 51m.
The table below shows live departures for Lecce to Galatina coaches for today, Tuesday 1 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus FS Sud Est 775B1 · Regionale FS Sud Est 90886 | 18:19 Lecce station | 1h33 | 19:52 Galatina | 1 change | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 777B1 · Regionale FS Sud Est 90888 | 19:30 Lecce station | 1h25 | 20:55 Galatina | 1 change | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 74015 | 19:40 Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 0h45 | 20:25 Galatina | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 2 September | |||||
![]() | 7:20 Lecce | 0h20 | 7:40 Galatina | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:10 Lecce | 0h50 | 9:00 Galatina | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:00 Lecce | 0h40 | 9:40 Galatina | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Lecce | 0h40 | 14:40 Galatina | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Lecce | 0h30 | 14:30 Galatina | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Lecce to Galatina run on average 20 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:10, the last at 21:12. The fastest coach covers the 20 km distance in 38m.
Distance 20 km |
Average bus duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 38m |
First bus 5:10 |
Last bus 21:12 |
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Civic museum presenting local history, art and archaeological finds that help explain Galatina and the Salento area.
Museum focused on the history and traditions of local tarantism, useful for understanding one of Salento's best-known rituals.
Small museum dedicated to local traditional puppets and popular theatre, offering a distinctive cultural stop.
Compact historic centre with stone lanes, churches and palaces that reward slow exploration on foot.
Main square lined with historic buildings and cafés, ideal for orientation, people-watching and evening walks.
Historic street through the old centre, appreciated for Baroque façades, local atmosphere and a pleasant walking route.
Rustic baked pie of shortcrust pastry filled with tomato, onion, courgette and mozzarella. A Salento classic linked to family lunches and local bakeries.
Chickpea purée served with wild chicory. This humble Salento staple reflects peasant cooking and the region’s love of pulses and bitter greens.
Fresh durum-wheat pasta, often hand-shaped, with tomato sauce and ricotta forte or caciotta. A very typical pasta style across Salento homes.
Refined local dining with Salento ingredients, seasonal dishes and a more polished atmosphere for a longer dinner.
Traditional Salento restaurant in Galatina known for local pasta, meat dishes and a warm, rustic atmosphere in the historic centre.
Established pizzeria and restaurant serving wood-fired pizza and Apulian favourites in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
Galatina is moderate for Puglia: stays and dining are fair, while local buses and trains are low-cost. Tourist areas can raise restaurant and hotel prices in peak summer.
Service is often included or minimal. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% in restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lecce to Galatina 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 Galatina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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