4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Messina to Bari
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 27 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
344 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Messina to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Messina to Bari will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 3 buses that leave Messina for Bari on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 344 km distance in an average of 7 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 7 h 55 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Messina to Bari
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Messina to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. 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 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 344 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€39 Average price Cheapest | €168 Average price | €57 Average price |
7h 59m Average total duration 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 21m Average total duration 8h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Messina to Bari bus times
The table below shows live departures for Messina to Bari buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 9:05 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 8h25 | 5:30 PM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4412 | 10:50 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 8h05 | 6:55 AM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Messina to Bari
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Buses from Messina to Bari run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 344 km distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 344 km |
Average bus duration 7h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Itabus, Sais Autolinee, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro from Messina to BariYou can travel by bus between Messina to Bari with Itabus, Sais Autolinee, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro
FAQs: Bus from Messina to Bari
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina 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.
When departing from Messina, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale), Messina, Viale Boccetta / Via Santa Chiara, Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi, Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste), Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata) and Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia. When arriving in Bari, you can end your route in coach stations like Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (fronte DEA Cafe) and Bari.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale), which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Messina to Bari
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- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 12, 13 Train: FR1
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- 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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