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Pinacoteca metropolitana Corrado Giaquinto
Art museum in Palazzo Atti with works from the 19th and 20th centuries, including paintings linked to Bari and southern Italy.
Cheapest price on 01 Sept
£62
Average ticket price on 01 Sept
£106
Fastest journey on 01 Sept
6 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 01 Sept
6 h 56 m
Trains on 01 Sept
18
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 £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
On Tue 01 Sept, we found 18 trains from Milan to Bari, including 14 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 786 km distance in an average of 6 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 59 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 609
Intercity 607
FRECCIAROSSA 8809
FRECCIAROSSA 8807
FRECCIAROSSA 8813
FRECCIAROSSA 8811
FRECCIAROSSA 9809Omio 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 an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, while a flight costs an average of £104.
Distance: 786 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£69 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest | £104 Average Price |
8h 27m Average total duration 7h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 52m Average total duration 9h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 16m Average total duration Fastest 5h 16m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Bari trains for today, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 765 | 21:15 Milan Centrale | 9h45 | 7:00 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 755 | 21:50 Milan Centrale | 9h50 | 7:40 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485+ InterCityNotte 770+ FRECCIAROSSA 8303 | 22:05 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 14h36 | 12:41 Bari Centrale | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 1 September | |||||
Intercity 603 | 5:25 Milan Centrale | 9h46 | 15:11 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9511 | 6:10 Milan Centrale | 8h50 | 15:00 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9515 · FRECCIAROSSA 8801 | 7:10 Milan Centrale | 7h21 | 14:31 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 607 | 9:10 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 9h48 | 18:58 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9805 | 10:13 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 7h14 | 17:27 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 609 | 11:15 Milan Centrale | 9h50 | 21:05 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 11:35 Milan Centrale | 6h55 | 18:30 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 2465 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927+ Intercity 611 | 12:15 Milan Centrale | 11h01 | 23:16 Bari Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8809 | 12:35 Milan Centrale | 6h55 | 19:30 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8811 | 13:35 Milan Centrale | 6h55 | 20:30 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
9939 | 13:40 Milan Centrale | 9h04 | 22:44 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8813 | 14:35 Milan Centrale | 6h55 | 21:30 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9547 · FRECCIAROSSA 8815 | 15:10 Milan Centrale | 7h17 | 22:27 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9809 | 15:35 Milan Centrale | 6h59 | 22:34 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8819 | 16:35 Milan Centrale | 7h03 | 23:38 Bari Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Milan to Bari run on average 19 times per day, taking around 7h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 786 km distance in 7h 3m.
Distance 786 km |
Average train duration 7h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 7h 3m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
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 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.

Most Milan to Bari trains use the Milano Centrale to Bari Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bari, Largo Sorrentino. Use this guide to compare Milan and Bari train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Milano Rogoredo is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Rogoredo 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 Pizzeria Il Moro, Osteria La Piola
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Rogoredo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Milano Rogoredo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Rogoredo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Business Palace, Hotel Mistral, Hotel Brenta Milano.
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
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, Largo Sorrentino is 1 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari, Largo Sorrentino has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Cecchina, La Tana dei Lupi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bari, Largo Sorrentino. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bari, Largo Sorrentino. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bari, Largo Sorrentino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bari, Largo Sorrentino: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari, Largo Sorrentino.
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.
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