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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna to Bari
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€58
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 3 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
586 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Bari will cost around €58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 14 buses that leave Bologna for Bari on Wed, Nov 26, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct buses cover the 586 km distance in an average of 8 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 30 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest buses will take 8 h 20 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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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. 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 €12, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 586 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€36 Average price Cheapest | €63 Average price | €170 Average price |
8h 49m Average total duration 8h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 27m Average total duration 6h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Bari bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Bari buses for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 9h50 | 12:45 PM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1125 | 9:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 10h55 | 8:25 PM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 9h20 | 7:00 PM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 201 · 207 | 10:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 9h10 | 7:40 PM Bari | 1 transfer | |
| 2401 · 1107 | 3:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 12h59 | 4:19 AM Bari | 1 transfer | |
| 2705 · 1107 | 5:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 11h19 | 4:19 AM Bari | 1 transfer | |
| 102 | 9:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 8h05 | 5:05 AM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2203 | 10:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 8h20 | 6:25 AM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 041 | 10:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 8h10 | 6:50 AM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 8h10 | 7:35 AM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2421 · 1103 | 11:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h10 | 1:55 PM Bari | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, November 26 | |||||
| 2791 · 1103 | 12:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h05 | 1:55 PM Bari | 1 transfer | |
| 3897 · 1103 | 1:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 12h40 | 1:55 PM Bari | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Bus from Bologna to Bari
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Buses from Bologna to Bari run on average 17 times per day, taking around 8h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 586 km distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 586 km |
Average bus duration 8h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Bologna to BariYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Bari with Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bologna to Bari
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (fronte DEA Cafe), located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bologna to Bari
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 16, 33 Train: FR2
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 12, 13 Train: FR1
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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