- 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 trains from Galatone to Lecce
Showing times and prices for 05 Aug
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
25 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Galatone to Lecce is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Galatone to Lecce will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Fast trains
To travel from Galatone to Lecce you need to make at least one change.
Autobus FS Sud Est 764B · Regionale FS Sud Est 908709:301h10Galatone Citta'10:40Lecce station£31One-way1 change- Regionale FS Sud Est 90878 · Autobus FS Sud Est 7102314:551h55Galatone16:50Lecce station£51One-way1 change
- Regionale FS Sud Est 90876 · Autobus FS Sud Est 7101113:501h50Galatone15:40Lecce station£51One-way1 change
- Autobus FS Sud Est 71027 · Regionale FS Sud Est 9088819:552h05Galatone22:00Lecce station£51One-way1 change
- Autobus FS Sud Est 71011 · Regionale FS Sud Est 9087813:503h00Galatone16:50Lecce station£61One-way1 change
- Autobus FS Sud Est 764B · Regionale FS Sud Est 908709:301h10Galatone Citta'10:40Lecce station£31One-way1 change
- Regionale FS Sud Est 90876 · Autobus FS Sud Est 7101113:501h50Galatone15:40Lecce station£51One-way1 change
- Regionale FS Sud Est 90878 · Autobus FS Sud Est 7102314:551h55Galatone16:50Lecce station£51One-way1 change
- Autobus FS Sud Est 71027 · Regionale FS Sud Est 9088819:552h05Galatone22:00Lecce station£51One-way1 change
- Autobus FS Sud Est 71025 · Regionale FS Sud Est 9088618:152h25Galatone20:40Lecce station£61One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Galatone to Lecce
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Galatone to Lecce among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £2, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 25 km
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1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Galatone to Lecce train times
The table below shows live departures for Galatone to Lecce trains for today, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autobus FS Sud Est 764B · Regionale FS Sud Est 90870 | 9:30 Galatone Citta' | 1h10 | 10:40 Lecce station | 1 change | |
| Autobus FS Sud Est 71011 · Regionale FS Sud Est 90878 | 13:50 Galatone | 3h00 | 16:50 Lecce station | 1 change | |
| Regionale FS Sud Est 90876 · Autobus FS Sud Est 71011 | 13:50 Galatone | 1h50 | 15:40 Lecce station | 1 change | |
| Autobus FS Sud Est 71023 · Regionale FS Sud Est 90880 | 14:55 Galatone | 2h55 | 17:50 Lecce station | 1 change | |
| Autobus FS Sud Est 71023 · Regionale FS Sud Est 90878 | 14:55 Galatone | 1h55 | 16:50 Lecce station | 1 change | |
| Regionale FS Sud Est 90886 · Autobus FS Sud Est 71025 | 18:15 Galatone | 2h25 | 20:40 Lecce station | 1 change | |
| Autobus FS Sud Est 71027 · Regionale FS Sud Est 90888 | 19:55 Galatone | 2h05 | 22:00 Lecce station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Galatone to Lecce
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Trains from Galatone to Lecce run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £2 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 21:08. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 1h 16m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £2
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 21:08 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 70 days |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £2
Train companies: Ferrovie del Sud Est, Ferrovie del Sud Est e Servizi Automobilistici S.r.l. from Galatone to Lecce trainsFerrovie del Sud Est, Ferrovie del Sud Est e Servizi Automobilistici S.r.l. trains will get you between Galatone and Lecce from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Ferrovie del Sud Est
About
Ferrovie del Sud Est (FSE) is an Italian transportation company that provides both bus and rail services, primarily operating in the Apulia region. Founded in 1931, FSE connects major cities like Bari, Taranto, and Lecce with 85 surrounding municipalities via its 474 km railway network, and serves over 130 municipalities with its bus lines. The company is now wholly owned by the Italian Transport Ministry and is part of the Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane group. FSE is currently undergoing a significant restructuring, including the introduction of new electric trains to modernize its fleet.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
£2
Ferrovie del Sud Est frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one piece of checked luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack bar service available on most trains
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are mandatory and included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and must be leashed
Family area
Ferrovie del Sud Est e Servizi Automobilistici S.r.l.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
£2
Ferrovie del Sud Est e Servizi Automobilistici S.r.l. frequency
10 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
- €1.00
- Day pass
- €2.50
To the city centre
Lecce Railway Station -> Piazza Sant'Oronzo, Lecce
- Distance
- 1.5 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Buy tickets in the official SGM Lecce app to avoid extra commission; the operator says the app sells local public transport tickets.
- SGM Lecce states the official app supports digital payments via PagoPA and an integrated wallet; I could not verify open-loop contactless bank card payment directly on buses.
FAQs: Galatone to Lecce train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Galatone to Lecce 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 Lecce, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Galatone to Lecce can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The train journey from Galatone to Lecce covers a distance of 25 km and takes approximately 1h 16m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Galatone to Lecce is 25 km.
The first train from Galatone to Lecce leaves at 5:10.
The last train from Galatone to Lecce departs at 21:08.
Trains from Galatone to Lecce run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Galatone to Lecce.
Yes, there is a direct train between Galatone and Lecce. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Ferrovie del Sud Est, Ferrovie del Sud Est e Servizi Automobilistici S.r.l..
To get from Galatone to Lecce, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Galatone to Lecce.
The train station in Galatone that goes to Lecce is Galatone Citta', and it arrives at Lecce station.
The cheapest way to get from Galatone to Lecce is by coach, costing approximately £2.
Booking trains from Galatone to Lecce in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Galatone to Lecce offers views of the picturesque Apulian countryside, with olive groves and quaint villages dotting the landscape, making it a pleasant experience but not necessarily a highlight for scenic railway enthusiasts.
Yes, a day trip from Galatone to Lecce is feasible. The journey takes 1h 16m and the distance is 25 km. There are 7 trains per day.
In Lecce, you can stroll along Via Vittorio Emanuele II, a bustling street filled with shops, cafes, and historic buildings. Attend a cultural event or performance at the Roman Amphitheatre, or enjoy a leisurely walk in the Giardini Pubblici. Visit the Castello Carlo V to explore Lecce's past, and take a guided tour to learn about its rich history and baroque architecture. Don't miss the Piazza del Duomo, surrounded by baroque architecture, the Basilica di Santa Croce with its intricately decorated facade, Porta Napoli, a grand triumphal arch, and the unique Museo Faggiano showcasing archaeological discoveries.
To fully appreciate Lecce's Baroque architecture, historical sites, and local cuisine, a stay of two to three days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Galatone to Lecce.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Galatone and Lecce
Most Galatone to Lecce trains use the Galatone Citta' to Lecce station pair, with some services arriving at Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport. Use this guide to compare Galatone and Lecce train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Galatone
Arrival train stations in Lecce
Which Galatone station do trains to Lecce leave from?
Trains from Galatone to Lecce leave from Galatone Citta'. The station is 1 km from Galatone city centre at 73044 Galatone, Province of Lecce, Italy.
Galatone Citta'73044 Galatone, Province of Lecce, Italy
Galatone Citta' train station facilities and services
Galatone Citta' has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Galatone Citta'.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Galatone Citta'.
Galatone, Via Savoia / Via Trappeto di Moro73044 Galatone, Province of Lecce, Italy
Galatone, Via Savoia / Via Trappeto di Moro train station facilities and services
Galatone, Via Savoia / Via Trappeto di Moro has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Galatone, Via Savoia / Via Trappeto di Moro.
Which Lecce station do trains from Galatone arrive at?
Trains from Galatone to Lecce most often arrive at Lecce. Some services arrive at Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Lecce arrival station.
LeccePiazzale Oronzo Massari, 73100 Lecce LE, Italy+39 0832 682 403
City-centre transport
Getting to Lecce from Lecce city centre
Lecce is 1 km from Lecce city centre. Public transport options include:
BusM1 · 6m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
Lecce train station facilities and services
Lecce 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 and drink
Food options include: Alibi Creative Club, Osteria degli Spiriti
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lecce. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lecce. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lecce: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lecce: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lecce: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Garden Inn Lecce, Patria Palace Hotel, Risorgimento Resort.
Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport
City-centre transport
Getting to Lecce, Palazzetto Dello Sport from Lecce city centre
Bus202 · 8m · £0.90
R5, S16 · 11m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
1464R · 12m · £0.90
R4 · 15m · £0.90 · every ~5 min
Lecce, Via Don Bosco (Stazione)Piazzale Oronzo Massari, 73100 Lecce LE, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Lecce, Via Don Bosco (Stazione) from Lecce city centre
Lecce, Via Don Bosco (Stazione) is 1 km from Lecce city centre. Public transport options include:
BusS13, Ag · 5m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
Lecce, Via Don Bosco (Stazione) train station facilities and services
Lecce, Via Don Bosco (Stazione) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lecce, Via Don Bosco (Stazione).
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