How to get to Martina Franca from Bologna

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Compare coach, train and flight for Bologna to Martina Franca

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Martina Franca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £52 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, while a flight costs an average of £201.

Distance: 647 km

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£57

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£108

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11h 55m

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11h 25m

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9h 59m

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The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Martina Franca is a coach with an average price of £52.

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Martina Franca:

A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Martina Franca costing on average £57.

A coach is £150 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Martina Franca costing on average £201.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Martina Franca is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 39m.

Other travel options to Martina Franca take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 59m.

Coach takes on average 11h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bologna and Martina Franca including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £52 compared to roughly £108 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £57. The journey takes 11h 25m versus 9h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Bologna to Martina Franca

How to get to Martina Franca from Bologna by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Bologna to Martina Franca is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 35527+Ferrovie del Sud EstTRULLI LINK FS Sud Est 10237
    22:3012h25
    Bologna Centrale
    10:55Martina Franca, Viale Europa
    £531One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 35527+Ferrovie del Sud EstTRULLI LINK FS Sud Est 10237
    22:3012h25
    Bologna Centrale
    10:55Martina Franca, Viale Europa
    £531One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 549
    10:151h20
    Bologna Airport
    11:35Bari Palese Airport
    £1091One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 35527+Ferrovie del Sud EstRegionale FS Sud Est 92117
    22:3013h43
    Bologna Centrale
    12:13Martina Franca, Stazione
    £541One-way
    1 change
  • IntercityIntercity 607+Ferrovie del Sud EstAutobus FS Sud Est 39074
    12:009h15
    Bologna Centrale
    21:15Martina Franca, Viale Europa
    £591One-way
    1 change
  • IntercityIntercity 607+Ferrovie del Sud EstAutobus FS Sud Est 39074
    12:009h20
    Bologna Centrale
    21:20Martina Franca, C.so Italia
    £591One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    12:3516h50
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    5:25Martina Franca, Viale Europa / Via Pitagora
    £621One-way
    2 changes
  • Marino Autolinee039 · 002
    23:409h40
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    9:20Martina Franca, Viale Europa / Via Pitagora
    £631One-way
    1 change
  • Malta AirFR 4351
    16:501h25
    Bologna Airport
    18:15Brindisi Airport
    £741One-way
    0 changes
  • ITAAZ1318 · AZ1623
    15:302h55
    Bologna Airport
    18:25Brindisi Airport
    £751One-way
    1 change
  • ITAAZ1318 · AZ1607
    15:303h10
    Bologna Airport
    18:40Bari Palese Airport
    £751One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Martina Franca by train

The most popular day trips by train from Martina Franca are Bari, Taranto, Alberobello, Locorotondo and Ostuni. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Martina Franca on Omio.

A view of Bari

Day trip from Martina Franca to Bari by train

Why visit Bari for the day?

Bari is a lively Adriatic city known for Bari Vecchia, the Basilica di San Nicola and its strong Apulian character. Historic lanes, street food and a working seafront give it an everyday southern Italian atmosphere.

A view of Taranto

Day trip from Martina Franca to Taranto by train

Why visit Taranto for the day?

Taranto is a port city in Puglia known for its ancient Greek roots and strong naval identity. Set between two seas, it mixes an atmospheric old town, seafood culture and important archaeology.

A view of Alberobello

Day trip from Martina Franca to Alberobello by train

Why visit Alberobello for the day?

Alberobello in Puglia is best known for its trulli, the whitewashed stone houses with conical roofs. The historic quarters have a calm, intimate feel shaped by rural Apulian life and local food.

A view of Locorotondo

Day trip from Martina Franca to Locorotondo by train

Why visit Locorotondo for the day?

Locorotondo is a hill town in Puglia known for its circular old centre and whitewashed houses. Overlooking the Valle d'Itria, it has a calm character shaped by local wine, stone lanes and everyday southern Italian life.

A view of Ostuni

Day trip from Martina Franca to Ostuni by train

Why visit Ostuni for the day?

Ostuni is known as Puglia’s White City, with a hilltop old town of whitewashed houses, narrow lanes and arches. Its cathedral, broad views and easy rhythm give it a character that feels both historic and lived-in.

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FAQs: Bologna to Martina Franca

Travel to Martina Franca easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bologna to Martina Franca.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Bologna and Martina Franca including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Martina Franca is a coach with an average price of £52.

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Martina Franca:

A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Martina Franca costing on average £57.

A coach is £150 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Martina Franca costing on average £201.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Martina Franca is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 39m.

Other travel options to Martina Franca take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 59m.

Coach takes on average 11h 55m.

The Bologna to Martina Franca distance is approximately 647 km.
The average frequency per day from Bologna to Martina Franca is:
  • Around 16 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna and Martina Franca as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to Martina Franca:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bologna Airport and arrive in Brindisi Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Martina Franca, Stazione.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Martina Franca, Viale Europa / Via Pitagora.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Martina Franca, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to Martina Franca by train.
  • Travel with Malta Air, ITA, Brussels Airlines to go to Martina Franca by flight.
  • Travel with Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus to go to Martina Franca by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bologna to Martina Franca:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Martina Franca often also extend their vacation to go to Taranto, Bari, Locorotondo, Alberobello, Cisternino. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Martina Franca and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Bologna to Martina Franca, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
In Martina Franca, you can explore Valle d'Itria, renowned for its trulli houses and scenic landscapes. Enjoy classical music at the Martina Franca Opera Festival or savour local cuisine at traditional trattorias, tasting dishes like orecchiette pasta and capocollo. Visit the local market for fresh produce and crafts, or embark on a wine tasting tour in the countryside. Key sights include the Basilica di San Martino, Palazzo Ducale, and Piazza Roma, as well as the charming Centro Storico and the tranquil Villa Comunale.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Martina Franca's historic centre, enjoy its baroque architecture, and experience local cuisine.

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