
1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
- Pets (under 10kg)
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£40
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£88
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
11 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
13 h 17 m
Trains on 07 Sept
3
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 £88 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 89530+
Regionale 4874+
Intercity 703
InterCityNotte 89530+
Regionale 5806+
FRECCIAROSSA 8303
Intercity 734 · Intercity 562
InterCityNotte 89530+
Regionale 5806+
FRECCIAROSSA 8303
InterCityNotte 89530+
Regionale 4874+
Intercity 703Omio 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 an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, while a flight costs an average of £74.
Distance: 430 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£47 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price |
12h 3m Average total duration 11h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Catania to Bari:
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Catania to Bari costing on average £47.
A coach is £42 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Catania to Bari costing on average £74.
Other travel options to Bari take longer:
Coach takes on average 9h 10m.
Train takes on average 11h 33m.
The table below shows live departures for Catania to Bari trains for today, Sunday 6 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 1960+ Regionale 4870+ Intercity 703 | 22:58 Catania Centrale | 15h04 | 14:02 Bari Centrale | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 1960+ Regionale 4870+ FRECCIAROSSA 8303 | 22:58 Catania Centrale | 13h43 | 12:41 Bari Centrale | 2 changes | |
| Monday 7 September | |||||
Intercity 734 · Intercity 562 | 8:52 Catania Centrale | 11h04 | 19:56 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Catania to Bari run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 430 km distance in 11h 4m.
Distance 430 km |
Average train duration 11h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 11h 4m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:27 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Discover the best of Bari — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bari trip today.
Art museum in Palazzo Atti with works from the 19th and 20th centuries, including paintings linked to Bari and southern Italy.
Archaeological museum dedicated to Santa Scolastica, presenting finds from Bari and Apulia in a historic waterside complex.
Modern art museum in a former convent, showing temporary exhibitions and a concise overview of Apulian artistic culture.
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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Bari Centrale -> Piazza del Ferrarese, Bari
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.

Most Catania to Bari trains use the Catania Centrale to Bari Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bari Aeroporto. Use this guide to compare Catania and Bari 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 Aeroporto is 7 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari Aeroporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Bacco, Ristorante Il Poeta Contadino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bari Aeroporto. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bari Aeroporto. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bari Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bari Aeroporto: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari Aeroporto: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Parco Dei Principi Hotel Congress & SPA, Hotel Palumbo Masseria Sant'Anna, Vittoria Parc Hotel.
Quintino Sella has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Quintino Sella.
ATMs are available at Quintino Sella.
Available at Quintino Sella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Quintino Sella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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