The cheapest and fastest buses from Ancona to Bari
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 18 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
389 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ancona to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ancona to Bari will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 3 buses that leave Ancona for Bari on Wed, Feb 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 389 km distance in an average of 7 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 8 h 40 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.
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Compare train and bus for Ancona to Bari
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ancona to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 389 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€30 Average price Cheapest | €39 Average price |
6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ancona to Bari bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ancona to Bari buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 12:40 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 6h20 | 7:00 PM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 6h30 | 5:45 AM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 6h45 | 12:45 PM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Ancona to Bari by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ancona to Bari
Buses from Ancona to Bari run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 389 km distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 389 km |
Average bus duration 6h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Ancona to BariYou can travel by bus between Ancona to Bari with FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as €16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Ancona to Bari
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ancona to Bari by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bari, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Ancona to Bari
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 12, 13 Train: FR1
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Italiana (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Trattoria del Corso (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 12, 13 Train: FR1, FR2
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