
Business
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
Cheapest price on 11 Sept
£149
Average ticket price on 11 Sept
£209
Fastest journey on 11 Sept
10 h 54 m
Average journey duration on 11 Sept
10 h 58 m
Trains on 11 Sept
11
Distance
958 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Bari will cost around £209 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £149.
To travel from Zurich to Bari you need to make at least one change.
EuroCity 25+
InterCityNotte 765
EuroCity 13+
Intercity 609
EuroCity 11+
9939
EuroCity 13+
9939
EuroCity 153+
Intercity 594+
InterCityNotte 789
EuroCity 11+
FRECCIAROSSA 9527 · FRECCIAROSSA 9805
EuroCity 19+
FRECCIAROSSA 9547 · FRECCIAROSSA 8815
EuroCity 13+
FRECCIAROSSA 8807
EuroCity 19+
FRECCIAROSSA 9809
EuroCity 151+
FRECCIAROSSA 8819Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £60 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £60, while a train costs an average of £141.
Distance: 958 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£141 Average Price | £129 Average Price | £60 Average Price Cheapest | £300 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 2m Average total duration 12h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 19h 22m Average total duration 18h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.4kg 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 Zurich to Bari:
A coach is £69 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Bari costing on average £129.
A coach is £81 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Bari costing on average £141.
Other travel options to Bari take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 32m.
Coach takes on average 18h 52m.
Tickets start at around £141 compared to roughly £300 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £159. The journey takes 12h 32m versus 12h 0m 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 Zurich to Bari trains for tomorrow, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 11+ FRECCIAROSSA 9527 · FRECCIAROSSA 9805 | 6:33 Zurich HB | 10h54 | 17:27 Bari Centrale | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 11+ 9939 | 6:33 Zurich HB | 15h37 | 22:10 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
EuroCity 13+ FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 7:33 Zurich HB | 10h57 | 18:30 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
EuroCity 13+ 9939 | 7:33 Zurich HB | 14h37 | 22:10 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
EuroCity 13+ Intercity 609 | 7:33 Zurich HB | 13h32 | 21:05 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
EuroCity 153+ Intercity 594+ InterCityNotte 789 | 10:33 Zurich HB | 20h03 | 6:36 Bari Centrale | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 · FRECCIAROSSA 8815 | 11:33 Zurich HB | 10h54 | 22:27 Bari Centrale | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9809 | 11:33 Zurich HB | 11h01 | 22:34 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 8819 | 12:33 Zurich HB | 11h05 | 23:38 Bari Centrale | 1 change | |
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Trains from Zurich to Bari run on average 9 times per day, taking around 12h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £77 but you can travel from only £42 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:39. The fastest train covers the 958 km distance in 10h 57m.
Distance 958 km |
Average train duration 12h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £77 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 10h 57m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 22:39 |
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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 Zurich 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 Zurich to Bari trains use the Zürich HB to Bari Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bari Palese-Macchie. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Bari train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza 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 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.
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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