- Must visit
Puccini Museum - Casa Natale
Museum in Puccini’s birthplace with memorabilia, rooms linked to his family and exhibits on the composer’s life and work in Lucca.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£52
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£69
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
8 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
8 h 29 m
Trains on 17 Sept
24
Distance
602 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bari to Lucca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari to Lucca will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
To travel from Bari to Lucca you need to make at least one change.
InterCityNotte 758+
Regionale 17803 · Regionale 18502
FRECCIAROSSA 9560+
Regionale 18534
Intercity 608+
Regionale 17835 · Regionale 18478
Intercity 606+
Regionale TTPER 19247 · Regionale 19175
Intercity 608+
Regionale TTPER 19251 · Regionale 19183
FRECCIAROSSA 9808 · FRECCIAROSSA 8529+
Regionale 18486
Intercity 716+
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+
Regionale 18518
9928+
Regionale 18494
FRECCIAROSSA 8348 · FRECCIAROSSA 9416+
Regionale 18492
FRECCIAROSSA 9560+
Regionale 18534Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bari to Lucca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, while a flight costs an average of £74.
Distance: 602 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£60 Average Price | £74 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £168 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 28m Average total duration 8h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 19m Average total duration 11h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bari to Lucca:
A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bari to Lucca costing on average £60.
A coach is £33 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bari to Lucca costing on average £74.
Other travel options to Lucca take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 58m.
Coach takes on average 11h 49m.
Tickets start at around £60 compared to roughly £168 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £108. The journey takes 8h 58m versus 7h 39m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bari to Lucca trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 8348 · FRECCIAROSSA 9416+ Regionale 18492 | 5:50 Bari Centrale | 8h33 | 14:23 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 606+ Regionale TTPER 19247 · Regionale 19175 | 5:55 Bari Centrale | 13h42 | 19:37 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Intercity 606 · Intercity 584+ Regionale 18520 | 5:55 Bari Centrale | 10h34 | 16:29 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
9928+ Regionale 18520 | 6:50 Bari Centrale | 9h39 | 16:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
9928+ Regionale 18494 | 6:50 Bari Centrale | 8h33 | 15:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
9928+ Regionale 18518 | 6:50 Bari Centrale | 8h39 | 15:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Intercity 716+ FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ Regionale 18518 | 7:05 Bari Centrale | 8h24 | 15:29 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8302+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale 19179 | 7:40 Bari Centrale | 10h43 | 18:23 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8302 · FRECCIAROSSA 9420+ Regionale 18520 | 7:40 Bari Centrale | 8h49 | 16:29 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 608+ Regionale 17835 · Regionale 18478 | 8:06 Bari Centrale | 10h17 | 18:23 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 608+ Regionale TTPER 19251 · Regionale 19183 | 8:06 Bari Centrale | 12h57 | 21:03 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8306 · FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ Regionale 18476 | 8:40 Bari Centrale | 8h43 | 17:23 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818+ Regionale 17835 · Regionale 18478 | 9:30 Bari Centrale | 8h53 | 18:23 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818+ Regionale TTPER 19251 · Regionale 19183 | 9:30 Bari Centrale | 11h33 | 21:03 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Intercity 610 · Intercity 594+ Regionale 18528 | 9:55 Bari Centrale | 9h34 | 19:29 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820+ Intercity 594+ Regionale 18528 | 10:30 Bari Centrale | 8h59 | 19:29 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 8525+ Regionale 18482 | 11:30 Bari Centrale | 8h53 | 20:23 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 612 · Intercity 599+ Regionale 18534 | 11:55 Bari Centrale | 10h53 | 22:48 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8314 · FRECCIAROSSA 9430+ Regionale 18484 | 12:35 Bari Centrale | 8h48 | 21:23 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808 · FRECCIAROSSA 8529+ Regionale 18486 | 13:30 Bari Centrale | 8h19 | 21:49 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9560+ Regionale 18534 | 14:10 Bari Centrale | 8h38 | 22:48 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828+ Regionale 17851 · Regionale 18536 | 14:30 Bari Centrale | 8h59 | 23:29 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 758+ Regionale 17803 · Regionale 18502 | 21:30 Bari Centrale | 10h59 | 8:29 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 754+ Regionale 17807 · Regionale 18462 | 22:10 Bari Centrale | 11h13 | 9:23 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Bari to Lucca run on average 14 times per day, taking around 8h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 602 km distance in 9h 13m.
Distance 602 km |
Average train duration 8h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 9h 13m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 22:35 |
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Discover the best of Lucca — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lucca trip today.
Museum in Puccini’s birthplace with memorabilia, rooms linked to his family and exhibits on the composer’s life and work in Lucca.
National museum in Palazzo Mansi showing painting, furnishings and decorated rooms. Ideal for understanding aristocratic life in Lucca.
Museum with archaeology, paintings and historic collections inside a former palace. A strong choice for a broad introduction to Lucca.
Tree-lined Renaissance walls turned into a pedestrian promenade. Perfect for walking or cycling with broad views over Lucca and its gardens.
Elegant central square with cafés, civic buildings and a lively atmosphere. A practical base for exploring the surrounding historic streets.
Atmospheric shopping street lined with historic buildings, churches and local shops. It gives a vivid sense of everyday life in old Lucca.
A savoury chickpea flour flatbread baked in a wood oven. A Tuscan street food classic in Lucca, often eaten plain or in bread as a quick snack.
A dense vegetable and bean soup with stale bread, usually made with cavolo nero and cannellini beans. A comforting Tuscan peasant dish eaten across Lucca.
Handmade pasta filled with seasoned beef and pork, traditionally served with meat ragù. A festive Lucchese favourite with rich, rustic flavour.
Contemporary restaurant with a polished atmosphere, offering seasonal Tuscan ingredients and a more creative take on local cuisine.
Traditional Lucchese restaurant near the historic centre, known for local pasta, soups and Tuscan mains in a warm, classic setting.
Historic, elegant dining room serving refined Tuscan cuisine and regional wines. A good choice for a more formal meal in Lucca.
Moderate for Tuscany: stays and dining cost more than smaller towns, but Lucca is usually cheaper than Florence. Walking and local buses keep daily costs manageable.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari to Lucca 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 Lucca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bari to Lucca trains use the Bari Centrale to Lucca station pair, with some services arriving at S. Pietro A Vico. Use this guide to compare Bari and Lucca 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.
Lucca 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 Giglio, Osteria Baralla
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lucca. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lucca. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lucca: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lucca: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lucca: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Grand Universe Lucca, Hotel Ilaria, Albergo San Martino.
S. Pietro A Vico is 4 km from Lucca city centre. Public transport options include:
S. Pietro A Vico has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
Available at S. Pietro A Vico: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
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