The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Bari
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£118
Fastest journey
6 h 52 m
Average duration
6 h 55 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
786 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Bari will cost around £118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.
Of the 22 trains that leave Milan for Bari every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 786 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 57 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.
InterCityNotte 765
InterCityNotte 755
Regionale TTPER 2465 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927+
Intercity 611
Intercity 603
Intercity 609
FRECCIAROSSA 8807
FRECCIAROSSA 8811
FRECCIAROSSA 8813
FRECCIAROSSA 8809
FRECCIAROSSA 9809Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Milan to Bari
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Milan to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £26.
Distance: 786 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£73 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £125 Average Price |
9h 4m Average total duration 8h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 42m Average total duration 11h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Milan to Bari train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Bari trains for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 8809 | 11:30 Milan Centrale | 6h57 | 18:27 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8811 | 12:35 Milan Centrale | 6h52 | 19:27 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
9939 | 12:40 Milan Centrale | 8h27 | 21:07 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8813 | 13:35 Milan Centrale | 6h55 | 20:30 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9809 | 14:35 Milan Centrale | 6h57 | 21:32 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8819 | 14:50 Milan Centrale | 7h46 | 22:36 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9551 · FRECCIAROSSA 8819 | 15:10 Milan Centrale | 7h26 | 22:36 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 765 | 20:15 Milan Centrale | 9h45 | 06:00 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 755 | 20:50 Milan Centrale | 9h50 | 06:40 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Intercity 603 | 04:25 Milan Centrale | 9h40 | 14:05 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9511 | 05:10 Milan Centrale | 8h13 | 13:23 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9605 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9511 | 05:35 Milan Centrale | 7h48 | 13:23 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 605 | 06:05 Milan Centrale | 10h00 | 16:05 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9515 · FRECCIAROSSA 8801 | 06:10 Milan Centrale | 7h21 | 13:31 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8803 | 06:50 Milan Centrale | 7h37 | 14:27 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519 · FRECCIAROSSA 8803 | 07:10 Milan Centrale | 7h17 | 14:27 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9613+ Intercity 605 | 07:30 Milan Centrale | 8h35 | 16:05 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 607 | 08:10 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 9h48 | 17:58 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9805 | 09:13 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 7h14 | 16:27 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 609 | 10:15 Milan Centrale | 9h50 | 20:05 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 10:35 Milan Centrale | 6h52 | 17:27 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 2465 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927+ Intercity 611 | 11:15 Milan Centrale | 11h01 | 22:16 Bari Centrale | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Bari
Trains from Milan to Bari run on average 21 times per day, taking around 8h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 786 km distance in 6h 57m.
Distance 786 km |
Average train duration 8h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 6h 57m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento from Milan to Bari trainsIntercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento trains will get you between Milan and Bari from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Milan to Bari train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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 Milan and Bari
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Caffeteria Panni Caldi
- Princi
- Burgez
- Bricco Café
- U! Come tu mi vuoi
- Autogrill
- Culto
- Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
- Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova
- AC Hotel by Marriott Milano
- Tocq Hotel
- Metro lines: M2, M5
- Bus lines: 43, 56, 70, 94
- Train lines: R21, R31, S1, S11, S2, S5, S7, S8
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Via G Battista Cassinis.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro
- Osteria La Piola
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Starhotels Business Palace
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Brenta Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and high-speed services
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via Roberto Cozzi.
- Ristorante Greco
- Osteria della Stazione
- Outside the main entrance.
- €1
- Hotel Greco
- Hotel Gala
- Novotel Milano Nord Ca Granda
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and suburban destinations
- Metro: Line M5
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 7
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Bus: Autoservizi Borman operates a bus from Bari - Via Guglielmo Oberdan to Bari Capruzzi
- 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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