The cheapest and fastest buses from Catania to Bari
Cheapest price
€37
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
9 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 53 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
430 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Catania to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania to Bari will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
Of the 3 buses that leave Catania for Bari on Sun, Mar 01, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 01 the direct buses cover the 430 km distance in an average of 9 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 45 m .
On Sun, Mar 01 the slowest buses will take 10 h 5 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 bus, train, and flight for Catania to Bari
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Catania to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. 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 €18, and a flight costs an average of €20.
Distance: 430 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€49 Average price Cheapest | €92 Average price | €62 Average price |
9h 41m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 13m Average total duration 11h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Catania to Bari bus times
The table below shows live departures for Catania to Bari buses for today, Saturday, February 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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4412 | 8:50 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 10h05 | 6:55 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4412 | 9:10 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 9h45 | 6:55 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, March 1 | |||||
FlixBus | 7:40 AM Catania, Via D'Amico | 9h50 | 5:30 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Catania to Bari by bus, train, or flight
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Sais Autolinee or Infobus to find the best option for your trip from Catania to Bari.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Catania to Bari
Buses from Catania to Bari run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 430 km distance in 9h 50m.
Distance 430 km |
Average bus duration 9h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, Sais Autolinee, Infobus, BlaBlaCar from Catania to BariYou can travel by bus between Catania to Bari with Itabus, FlixBus, Sais Autolinee, Infobus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Catania to Bari
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catania 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.

- Sais Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- Sais Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- 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.
- Sais Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- 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.
- Sais Autolinee
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Sais 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 Catania 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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