The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome to Bari
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€59
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 5 m
Buses per day
25
Distance
374 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Bari will cost around €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 25 buses that leave Rome for Bari on Wed, Apr 01, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Apr 01 the direct buses cover the 374 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
On Wed, Apr 01 the slowest buses will take 5 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.
06:10PM5h30Rome11:40PMBari€271One-way0 transfers
03:30PM5h30Rome09:00PMBari€281One-way0 transfers
10:00AM5h20Rome03:20PMBari€281One-way0 transfers
03:10PM4h50Rome08:00PMBari€291One-way0 transfers
120111:00AM8h45Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina07:45PMBari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari)€301One-way0 transfers
03:10PM4h50Rome08:00PMBari€291One-way0 transfers
08:40AM5h00Rome01:40PMBari€331One-way0 transfers
FlixBus09:15AM5h00Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina02:15PMBari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari)€711One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:45PM5h15Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina05:00AMBari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari)€671One-way0 transfers
10:00AM5h20Rome03:20PMBari€281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rome to Bari
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 31m. 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 €9, and a flight costs an average of €17.
Distance: 374 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€29 Average price Cheapest | €54 Average price | €219 Average price |
6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Rome to Bari bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Bari buses for today, Tuesday, March 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 7h05 | 7:05 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
207 | 12:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h10 | 6:40 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1125 | 1:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h05 | 7:05 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 8h15 | 9:30 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h45 | 9:30 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
1101 | 8:25 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h55 | 2:20 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
133 · 108 | 9:15 PM Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine" | 7h00 | 4:15 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 13h20 | 10:50 AM Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 1 transfer | |
1107 | 9:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h39 | 3:19 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
108 | 9:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h25 | 4:15 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2421 | 3:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h30 | 10:00 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
335* | 5:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h55 | 10:55 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1103 | 6:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h50 | 12:50 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h35 | 12:55 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h00 | 12:15 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1109 | 8:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h05 | 2:05 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h50 | 2:50 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1201 | 9:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h45 | 5:45 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Itabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Itabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Marino Autolinee or Intersaj to find the best option for your trip from Rome to Bari.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome to Bari
Buses from Rome to Bari run on average 17 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 374 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 374 km |
Average bus duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Intersaj from Rome to BariYou can travel by bus between Rome to Bari with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Intersaj for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Rome to Bari
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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 Rome to Bari
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ristorante Italiano (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 520, 720 Train: Leonardo Express
- 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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