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Art museum in Palazzo Atti with works from the 19th and 20th centuries, including paintings linked to Bari and southern Italy.
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
3 h 11 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Otranto to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Otranto to Bari will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
To travel from Otranto to Bari you need to make at least one change.
FRECCIAROSSA 8380+
OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7822
FRECCIAROSSA 9808+
OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7810
FRECCIAROSSA 9808+
OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7812
FRECCIAROSSA 8380+
OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7812
FRECCIAROSSA 8380+
OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7820
FRECCIAROSSA 9808+
OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7812
FRECCIAROSSA 8380+
OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7820
FRECCIAROSSA 8380+
OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7822
FRECCIAROSSA 8314+
OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7810
FRECCIAROSSA 9808+
OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7810Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Otranto to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 175 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Otranto to Bari coaches for today, Thursday 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9808+ OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7812 | 10:15 Otranto | 3h11 | 13:26 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8380+ OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7812 | 10:15 Otranto | 9h16 | 19:31 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8380+ OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7822 | 13:40 Otranto | 5h51 | 19:31 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8380+ OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7820 | 15:15 Otranto | 4h16 | 19:31 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
| Friday 14 August | |||||
OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7810+ FRECCIAROSSA 9808 | 6:30 Otranto | 6h56 | 13:26 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7810+ FRECCIAROSSA 8314 | 6:30 Otranto | 6h01 | 12:31 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
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Buses from Otranto to Bari run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:30, the last at 20:40. The fastest coach covers the 175 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 175 km |
Average bus duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 4:30 |
Last bus 20:40 |
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Art museum in Palazzo Atti with works from the 19th and 20th centuries, including paintings linked to Bari and southern Italy.
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Maze-like old quarter with churches, courtyards and daily street life. Ideal for wandering Bari’s historic core on foot.
Wide seafront promenade lined with monumental buildings and sea views. A classic walk for sunsets, breezes and city panoramas.
Large central square framed by civic buildings and cafés, often used for events. A practical and lively meeting point in modern Bari.
Fresh handmade ear-shaped pasta, usually served with turnip tops, garlic, anchovy and chilli. It is Bari’s signature first course and a staple of home cooking.
A layered baked dish of potatoes, rice and mussels with tomato, onion and breadcrumbs. It is a classic Barese Sunday and festive recipe.
Fried pockets of leavened dough, often filled with tomato and mozzarella. They are a beloved Bari street food, especially in the old town.
Refined restaurant serving modern Apulian cuisine with polished presentation. Elegant atmosphere suited to a longer dinner.
Historic bakery famed for focaccia barese, sgagliozze and other classic snacks. Casual, busy and ideal for an authentic quick bite.
Traditional seafood restaurant near the old port, known for raw fish, shellfish and Apulian classics in a simple local setting.
Moderate by Italian standards: lodging and dining are usually cheaper than Rome or Milan, while local transport and coffee stay good value for tourists.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% in restaurants if service was good, and round up taxi fares.
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