The cheapest and fastest trains from Catania to Bari
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£110
Fastest journey
11 h 4 m
Average duration
15 h 13 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
430 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Catania to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania to Bari will cost around £110 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
To travel from Catania to Bari you need to make at least one change.
Intercity 734 · Intercity 562
InterCityNotte 1960+
Regionale 5782+
Intercity 703
InterCityNotte 1960+
Regionale 5782+
FRECCIARGENTO 8303
InterCityNotte 1960+
FRECCIARGENTO 8311
InterCityNotte 1956+
FRECCIARGENTO 8303
Intercity 734 · Intercity 562
InterCityNotte 1960+
Regionale 5782+
FRECCIARGENTO 8303
InterCityNotte 1960+
Regionale 5782+
Intercity 703
InterCityNotte 1956+
FRECCIARGENTO 8303
InterCityNotte 1960+
FRECCIARGENTO 8311Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Catania to Bari
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Catania to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £18.
Distance: 430 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£57 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £83 Average Price |
12h 13m Average total duration 11h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 41m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Catania to Bari train times
The table below shows live departures for Catania to Bari trains for today, Monday 9 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 1956+ FRECCIARGENTO 8303 | 19:24 Catania Centrale | 16h17 | 11:41 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1960+ Regionale 5782+ Intercity 703 | 21:33 Catania Centrale | 15h24 | 12:57 Bari Centrale | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 1960+ FRECCIARGENTO 8311 | 21:33 Catania Centrale | 19h10 | 16:43 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1960+ Regionale 5782+ FRECCIARGENTO 8303 | 21:33 Catania Centrale | 14h08 | 11:41 Bari Centrale | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 10 March | |||||
Intercity 734 · Intercity 562 | 07:52 Catania Centrale | 11h04 | 18:56 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Catania to Bari by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Catania to Bari
Trains from Catania to Bari run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 430 km distance in 9h 52m.
Distance 430 km |
Average train duration 11h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 9h 52m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:27 |
Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte from Catania to Bari trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Catania and Bari from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Catania to Bari train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catania to Bari 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 Bari, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Catania and Bari
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Piazza Aldo Moro.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Piccinni
- La Tana Del Polpo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Excelsior Bari
- Grand Hotel Leon d'Oro
- Hotel Adria
- Located in the main hall
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for regional and high-speed trains
- Hall 2: platforms 9-16 for long-distance and international trains
- Metro: Line FM1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms serving regional trains.
- Bus: Local bus services connect the station with Bari city center and surrounding areas.
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