The cheapest and fastest buses from Ancona to Lecce
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€60
Fastest journey
8 h 55 m
Average duration
9 h 32 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
527 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ancona to Lecce is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ancona to Lecce will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 3 buses that leave Ancona for Lecce on Fri, Jul 31, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 31 the direct buses cover the 527 km distance in an average of 9 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 55 m .
On Fri, Jul 31 the slowest buses will take 10 h 30 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.
FlixBus2:00 PM8h55Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS68110:55 PMLecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)€361One-way0 transfers
116 · 10811:50 PM9h10Ancona, Piazza Rosselli (Stazione Ferroviaria)9:00 AMLecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)€571One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:15 AM10h30Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS68110:45 AMLecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)€861One-way1 transfer
FlixBus2:00 PM8h55Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS68110:55 PMLecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)€361One-way0 transfers
116 · 10811:50 PM9h10Ancona, Piazza Rosselli (Stazione Ferroviaria)9:00 AMLecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)€571One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:15 AM10h30Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS68110:45 AMLecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)€861One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ancona to Lecce
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ancona to Lecce among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 527 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€35 Average price Cheapest | €48 Average price |
8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration Fastest 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg 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 Lecce bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ancona to Lecce buses for today, Thursday, July 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 8h55 | 10:55 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 31 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 AM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 10h30 | 10:45 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Itabus or Marino Autolinee to find the best option for your trip from Ancona to Lecce.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Itabus or Marino Autolinee to find the best option for your trip from Ancona to Lecce.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ancona to Lecce
Buses from Ancona to Lecce run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 527 km distance in 8h 30m.
Distance 527 km |
Average bus duration 8h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 30m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 5 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee from Ancona to LecceYou can travel by bus between Ancona to Lecce with FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Ancona to Lecce
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ancona to Lecce 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 Lecce, 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 Lecce
Most Ancona to Lecce buses use the Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 to Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) station pair. Use this guide to compare Ancona and Lecce bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 from Ancona city centre
Getting to Ancona, Piazza Rosselli (Stazione Ferroviaria) from Ancona city centre
Getting to Ancona, Via Luigi Albertini 4 from Ancona city centre
Which Lecce station do buses from Ancona arrive at?
Getting to Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) from Lecce city centre
Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) bus station facilities and services
Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus): Ramps.
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