- Must visit
Museo Sigismondo Castromediano
An archaeology museum with finds from prehistoric to Roman Apulia. It is useful for understanding the wider region before exploring Lecce’s monuments.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Otranto to Lecce
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£4
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
10 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
40 m
Buses on 05 Sept
5
Distance
35 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Otranto to Lecce is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Otranto to Lecce will cost around £4 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 5 buses from Otranto to Lecce, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 35 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 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.
19:100h10Otranto19:20Lecce£41One-way0 changes- 7:000h30Otranto7:30Lecce£41One-way0 changes
- 8:001h00Otranto9:00Lecce£41One-way0 changes
- 8:001h00Otranto9:00Lecce£51One-way0 changes
- 11:000h40Otranto11:40Lecce£51One-way0 changes
- 19:100h10Otranto19:20Lecce£41One-way0 changes
- 7:000h30Otranto7:30Lecce£41One-way0 changes
- 11:000h40Otranto11:40Lecce£51One-way0 changes
- 8:001h00Otranto9:00Lecce£41One-way0 changes
- 8:001h00Otranto9:00Lecce£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Otranto to Lecce
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Otranto to Lecce among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. 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 £3, while a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 35 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£3 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m 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 Otranto to Lecce is a coach with an average price of £3.
This is compared to other travel options from Otranto to Lecce:
A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Otranto to Lecce costing on average £4.
The fastest way to travel from Otranto to Lecce is by coach with an average journey time of 58m.
Other travel options to Lecce take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 25m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Otranto and Lecce 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 £3 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £3. The journey takes 58m versus 37m 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.
Live departures
Otranto to Lecce bus times
The table below shows live departures for Otranto to Lecce coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est 79044 | 9:45 Otranto | 0h55 | 10:40 Lecce, Via Don Bosco (Stazione) | 0 changesdirect | |
| OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7812 | 10:15 Otranto | 1h25 | 11:40 Lecce, Via Don Bosco (Stazione) | 0 changesdirect | |
| OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est 79046 | 11:40 Otranto | 0h55 | 12:35 Lecce, Via Don Bosco (Stazione) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale FS Sud Est 90980 · Autobus FS Sud Est 78032 | 12:10 Otranto station | 2h30 | 14:40 Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 1 change | |
| OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7822 | 13:40 Otranto | 1h25 | 15:05 Lecce, Via Don Bosco (Stazione) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale FS Sud Est 90982 · Autobus FS Sud Est 78058 | 14:09 Otranto station | 2h31 | 16:40 Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 1 change | |
| OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est 79056 | 14:20 Otranto | 0h55 | 15:15 Lecce, Via Don Bosco (Stazione) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Autobus FS Sud Est 79028 | 15:10 Otranto | 1h30 | 16:40 Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 0 changesdirect | |
| OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7820 | 15:15 Otranto | 1h25 | 16:40 Lecce, Via Don Bosco (Stazione) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale FS Sud Est 90984 · Autobus FS Sud Est 78052 | 16:10 Otranto station | 1h55 | 18:05 Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport | 1 change | |
| Autobus FS Sud Est 774B1 · Autobus FS Sud Est 79054 | 16:30 Otranto | 2h49 | 19:19 Lecce station | 1 change | |
| OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est 79048 | 17:00 Otranto | 0h55 | 17:55 Lecce, Via Don Bosco (Stazione) | 0 changesdirect | |
| OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7814 | 17:20 Otranto | 1h40 | 19:00 Lecce, Via Don Bosco (Stazione) | 0 changesdirect | |
| OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est 79058 | 19:00 Otranto | 0h55 | 19:55 Lecce, Via Don Bosco (Stazione) | 0 changesdirect | |
| OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7816 | 19:20 Otranto | 1h25 | 20:45 Lecce, Via Don Bosco (Stazione) | 0 changesdirect | |
| OTRANTO LINK FS Sud Est E7818 | 20:25 Otranto | 1h25 | 21:50 Lecce, Via Don Bosco (Stazione) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
| 7:00 Otranto | 0h30 | 7:30 Lecce | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:00 Otranto | 1h00 | 9:00 Lecce | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:00 Otranto | 1h00 | 9:00 Lecce | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Otranto to Lecce
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Buses from Otranto to Lecce run on average 16 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:10, the last at 20:45. The fastest coach covers the 35 km distance in 1h 14m.
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 35 km |
Average bus duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 1h 14m |
First bus 5:10 |
Last bus 20:45 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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 from Otranto to LecceYou can travel by bus between Otranto to Lecce with BlaBlaCar for as low as £3. 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
Complete guide to Lecce
Things to do in Lecce
Discover the best of Lecce — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lecce trip today.
- Recommended
MUSA - Museo Storico-Archeologico dell'Università del Salento
Housed in a former seminary, this museum presents sacred art, liturgical objects and rooms linked to the cathedral complex in an elegant historic setting.
- Recommended
Museo Ebraico di Lecce
This museum explores Jewish history in Lecce through exhibits and the remains of a medieval synagogue area. It offers a thoughtful view of the city’s diverse past.
- Must visit
Piazza del Duomo
Lecce’s grand cathedral square is enclosed by Baroque buildings and feels especially atmospheric in the evening. It is one of the city’s essential urban spaces.
- Must visit
Piazza Sant'Oronzo
The city’s main square mixes Roman remains, civic buildings and lively local life. It is a practical landmark and a natural base for exploring the centre.
- Recommended
Villa Comunale di Lecce
A broad public garden with shady paths, benches and old trees just outside the old town. It is a pleasant pause between monuments and museums.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Puccia
A crisp fried dough ring or oval, made with flour, water and olive oil. A simple Salento street snack, traditionally eaten plain or filled.
- Vegetarian
Rustico leccese
Rustic baked pastry filled with béchamel, tomato and mozzarella. A classic Lecce snack found in bars and bakeries across the city.
Ciceri e tria
Pasta with chickpeas, often enriched with mixed pasta shapes. A traditional cucina povera dish from Salento, valued for its hearty simplicity.
Osteria degli Spiriti
Established restaurant serving refined Apulian cooking and seafood in elegant stone rooms near the centre, suited to a longer dinner.
Trattoria Le Zie
Traditional Lecce trattoria known for Salento classics, local pasta and a warm historic-centre setting popular with both residents and visitors.
La Vecchia Osteria da Tolomeo
Popular osteria for regional dishes, local wine and generous portions in a lively, rustic setting within Lecce’s old town.
Euro (€)
Moderate for southern Italy: dining is good value, local buses are cheap, but central summer stays and tourist dining raise overall costs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or casual lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafés, 5-10% in restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
SGM Lecce
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.20
- Day pass
- €3.00
To the city centre
Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) -> Piazza Sant'Oronzo, Lecce
- Distance
- 1.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Buy tickets in the SGM Lecce app before boarding; the official city fare information says on-board tickets cost more than the standard ticket.
- The M1 line links the City Terminal at Foro Boario with central stops and Lecce railway station. App payments are available in SGM Lecce via pagoPA and Nexi.
FAQs: Otranto to Lecce coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Otranto to Lecce 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 Lecce, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Otranto to Lecce can start from as little as £3 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Otranto to Lecce is £3; 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 Otranto to Lecce is 1h 14m to travel the 35 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 Otranto to Lecce leaves at 5:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Otranto to Lecce leaves at 20:45.
Yes, there are 11 direct coaches a day from Otranto to Lecce with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Otranto to Lecce, you can count on BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Lecce. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Otranto and Lecce and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Lecce from Otranto is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 14m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Otranto to Lecce is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Otranto and Lecce including taking a train and coach.
No, the coach from Otranto to Lecce has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Otranto to Lecce.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Otranto to Lecce.
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 Otranto to Lecce.
No, luggage for the coach from Otranto to Lecce needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Otranto to Lecce.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Otranto to Lecce.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Otranto to Lecce.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Otranto to Lecce.
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