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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 23 Sept
£28
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£29
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
5 h 43 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
6 h 38 m
Trains on 23 Sept
2
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tropea to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tropea to Bari will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
To travel from Tropea to Bari you need to make at least one change.
Regionale 5478+
Intercity 562
Regionale 22154+
Intercity 564+
Regionale Veloce 19844
Regionale 5478+
Intercity 562
Regionale 22154+
Intercity 564+
Regionale Veloce 19844Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Tropea to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £34, while a flight costs an average of £236.
Distance: 284 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£34 Average Price Cheapest | £236 Average Price | £43 Average Price | £59 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 31m Average total duration 7h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Tropea to Bari:
A train is £9 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Tropea to Bari costing on average £43.
A train is £203 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tropea to Bari costing on average £236.
Other travel options to Bari take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 54m.
Coach takes on average 7h 1m.
Tickets start at around £34 compared to roughly £59 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £25. The journey takes 6h 54m versus 4h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Tropea to Bari trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 5478+ Intercity 562 | 14:13 Tropea station | 5h43 | 19:56 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
Regionale 22154+ Intercity 564+ Regionale Veloce 19844 | 9:18 Tropea station | 7h32 | 16:50 Bari Centrale | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Tropea to Bari run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 284 km distance in 4h 41m.
Distance 284 km |
Average train duration 6h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
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Best time to book 42 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 Tropea 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 Tropea to Bari trains use the Tropea to Bari Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bari Aeroporto. Use this guide to compare Tropea and Bari train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Tropea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: BO.CA - BOTTEGA CALABRA, Ristorante Tropea
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Tropea. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Tropea: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tropea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tropea: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Tropis, Hotel Rocca Della Sena, Hotel La Perla.
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.
Bari Palese-Macchie is 7 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari Palese-Macchie has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Available at Bari Palese-Macchie: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bari Palese-Macchie: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari Palese-Macchie: Ramps, restrooms.
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