The cheapest and fastest buses from Florence to Bari
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€54
Fastest journey
8 h 20 m
Average duration
9 h 24 m
Buses per day
33
Distance
546 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Bari will cost around €54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Of the 33 buses that leave Florence for Bari on Sun, Mar 01, 6 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 546 km distance in an average of 9 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .
On Sun, Mar 01 the slowest buses will take 9 h 50 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.
3505 · 1103
FlixBus · FlixBus
2421
2791 · 1103
2728 · 2213
FlixBus
131 · 108
2705 · 1107
2421Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Florence to Bari
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence 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 2h 27m. 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 €18, and a flight costs an average of €17.
Distance: 546 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€32 Average price Cheapest | €68 Average price | €107 Average price |
9h 49m Average total duration 9h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Florence to Bari bus times
The table below shows live departures for Florence 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 10h35 | 10:40 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
3811 · 1101 | 3:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 11h25 | 3:20 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
3803 · 1101 | 4:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 10h25 | 3:20 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
3803 · 1107 | 4:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 11h24 | 4:19 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 10h00 | 3:30 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
2705 · 1107 | 6:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 9h49 | 4:19 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
2490 · 2213 | 6:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 11h50 | 6:25 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
2728 · 2213 | 7:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 11h05 | 6:25 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 17h00 | 12:20 PM Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 1 transfer | |
131 · 102 | 7:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 9h35 | 5:05 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 10h55 | 7:00 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 10h35 | 7:35 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, March 1 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 11h25 | 11:35 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 12h15 | 12:45 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 11h00 | 11:35 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
2421 | 1:10 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 9h50 | 11:00 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3505 · 1103 | 1:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 12h15 | 1:50 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 11h45 | 1:30 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
2791 · 1103 | 2:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 11h35 | 1:50 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
3897 · 1109 | 2:45 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 12h20 | 3:05 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
3897 · 1103 | 2:45 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 11h05 | 1:50 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 10h40 | 1:30 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:05 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 11h30 | 2:35 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
2495 · 1109 | 3:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 11h50 | 3:05 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 11h00 | 2:35 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 11h10 | 3:50 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 10h40 | 3:50 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
1121 | 7:25 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 10h00 | 5:25 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 9h15 | 5:15 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 11h30 | 7:30 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
207 | 9:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 10h35 | 7:40 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 10h20 | 8:35 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Florence to Bari
Buses from Florence to Bari run on average 23 times per day, taking around 9h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €17 by flight.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:41. The fastest bus covers the 546 km distance in 9h 30m.
Distance 546 km |
Average bus duration 9h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 30m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:41 |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Consorzio Autolinee S.r.l. from Florence to BariYou can travel by bus between Florence to Bari with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Consorzio Autolinee S.r.l. for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Florence to Bari
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence 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 Florence to Bari
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 37, 72 Tram: T1
- 06:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 12, 13, 17 Train: Firenze Santa Maria Novella
- 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
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 16, 33 Train: FR2
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