- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£90
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£122
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
6 h 31 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
6 h 39 m
Trains on 29 Aug
24
Distance
546 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bari to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari to Florence will cost around £122 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 24 trains from Bari to Florence, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 546 km distance in an average of 6 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 46 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.
Intercity 610 · Intercity 594
Intercity 610+
8923
Intercity 610+
8963
Intercity 610+
9951
FRECCIAROSSA 9806+
8911
FRECCIAROSSA 8302 · FRECCIAROSSA 9420
FRECCIAROSSA 8348 · FRECCIAROSSA 8509
9958
FRECCIAROSSA 9806+
8911
FRECCIARGENTO 8312+
FRECCIAROSSA 9588Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bari to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, while a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 546 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£58 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price |
7h 18m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 15m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Bari to Florence trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FRECCIAROSSA 8828+ 8167 | 14:30 Bari Centrale | 7h40 | 22:10 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828+ 9961 | 14:30 Bari Centrale | 7h05 | 21:35 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 752+ Regionale 17801 · Regionale 18657 | 21:45 Bari Centrale | 9h43 | 7:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 8348 · FRECCIAROSSA 8509 | 5:50 Bari Centrale | 6h37 | 12:27 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806 · FRECCIAROSSA 9415 | 6:35 Bari Centrale | 7h04 | 13:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806+ 8911 | 6:35 Bari Centrale | 6h45 | 13:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806+ 8929 | 6:35 Bari Centrale | 7h45 | 14:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806+ 9931 | 6:35 Bari Centrale | 7h00 | 13:35 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814+ 8929 | 7:30 Bari Centrale | 6h50 | 14:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814+ 8913 | 7:30 Bari Centrale | 7h50 | 15:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814+ 9935 | 7:30 Bari Centrale | 7h05 | 14:35 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8302 · FRECCIAROSSA 9420 | 7:40 Bari Centrale | 6h31 | 14:11 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 · FRECCIAROSSA 9421 | 8:30 Bari Centrale | 7h09 | 15:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816+ 9939 | 8:30 Bari Centrale | 7h05 | 15:35 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816+ 8913 | 8:30 Bari Centrale | 6h50 | 15:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816+ 8959 | 8:30 Bari Centrale | 7h24 | 15:54 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8306 · FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 8:40 Bari Centrale | 7h06 | 15:46 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 610 · Intercity 594 | 9:55 Bari Centrale | 8h30 | 18:25 Florence Rifredi | 1 change | |
Intercity 610+ 8923 | 9:55 Bari Centrale | 8h25 | 18:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 610+ 9951 | 9:55 Bari Centrale | 8h40 | 18:35 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 610+ 8963 | 9:55 Bari Centrale | 7h59 | 17:54 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8312+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 11:00 Bari Centrale | 6h46 | 17:46 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8314 · FRECCIAROSSA 8526 | 12:35 Bari Centrale | 6h52 | 19:27 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
9958 | 12:40 Bari Centrale | 6h37 | 19:17 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Bari to Florence run on average 18 times per day, taking around 6h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 546 km distance in 6h 21m.
Distance 546 km |
Average train duration 6h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 21m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:37 |
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Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Museum housing Michelangelo’s David alongside unfinished sculptures and Florentine paintings in a compact, focused setting.
Vast former Medici residence with lavish rooms, court art and a panoramic garden-facing setting across the Arno.
Grand civic square surrounded by historic buildings and open-air sculpture, ideal for architecture, people-watching and evening walks.
Lively square beside the cathedral, central for orienting yourself and admiring the baptistery, facade details and constant street life.
Classic terrace viewpoint with sweeping views over Florence, especially rewarding at sunset and easy to combine with uphill walks.
Thick Tuscan bread soup with tomatoes, olive oil and basil. A frugal Florentine classic that celebrates stale unsalted bread and summer produce.
Hearty soup of black kale, cannellini beans, vegetables and stale Tuscan bread. A traditional peasant dish closely linked with Florence and Tuscany.
Large T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare over coals. It is Florence’s signature meat dish and prized for its simplicity and quality.
Long-standing sandwich shop near the market, popular for schiacciata filled with Tuscan salumi and cheeses. Informal and very Florentine.
Lively traditional trattoria known for hearty Tuscan dishes such as ribollita and Florentine steak in a classic, bustling setting.
Historic market stall famed for lampredotto sandwiches. Casual, quick and deeply traditional, ideal for trying authentic Florentine street food.
Florence is pricier than many Italian cities, with central stays, museum-area dining and tourist services pushing up daily costs, though local cafés and buses remain fairly manageable.
Tipping is not obligatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service if no service charge applies. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Firenze Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari to Florence by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bari to Florence trains use the Bari Centrale to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Rifredi. Use this guide to compare Bari and Florence train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bari Centrale is 1 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Piccinni, La Tana Del Polpo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bari Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bari Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bari Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bari Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari Centrale: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Excelsior Bari, Grand Hotel Leon d'Oro, Hotel Adria.
Bari, Largo Sorrentino is 1 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari, Largo Sorrentino has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Cecchina, La Tana dei Lupi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bari, Largo Sorrentino. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bari, Largo Sorrentino. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bari, Largo Sorrentino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bari, Largo Sorrentino: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari, Largo Sorrentino.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Excelsior Bari, Grand Hotel Leon d'Oro, Hotel Adria.
Bari Palese-Macchie is 7 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari Palese-Macchie has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Available at Bari Palese-Macchie: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bari Palese-Macchie: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari Palese-Macchie: Ramps, restrooms.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
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