The cheapest and fastest trains from Ancona to Bari
Cheapest price
€40
Average price
€48
Fastest journey
3 h 51 m
Average duration
4 h 32 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
389 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ancona to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ancona to Bari will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
Of the 5 trains that leave Ancona for Bari on Fri, Nov 28, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct trains cover the 389 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest trains will take 5 h 14 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 train and bus for Ancona to Bari
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ancona to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 18m. 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 €16, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 389 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€39 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest |
4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ancona to Bari train times
The table below shows live departures for Ancona to Bari trains for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 8801 | 9:34 AM Ancona station | 3h57 | 1:31 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 603 | 9:39 AM Ancona station | 4h26 | 2:05 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8803 | 10:34 AM Ancona station | 3h53 | 2:27 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 605 | 11:26 AM Ancona station | 4h39 | 4:05 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9805 | 12:37 PM Ancona station | 3h50 | 4:27 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 607 | 1:26 PM Ancona station | 4h32 | 5:58 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 1:34 PM Ancona station | 3h53 | 5:27 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8809 | 2:34 PM Ancona station | 3h53 | 6:27 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 609 | 3:26 PM Ancona station | 4h39 | 8:05 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8811 | 3:34 PM Ancona station | 3h53 | 7:27 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8813 | 4:37 PM Ancona station | 3h53 | 8:30 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 611 | 5:26 PM Ancona station | 4h50 | 10:16 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8815 | 5:36 PM Ancona station | 3h51 | 9:27 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9809 | 5:50 PM Ancona station | 3h42 | 9:32 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8819 | 6:42 PM Ancona station | 3h54 | 10:36 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:56 AM Ancona | 5h14 | 6:10 AM Bari | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ancona to Bari
Trains from Ancona to Bari run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 389 km distance in 3h 51m.
Distance 389 km |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 3h 51m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:49 |
Train companies: Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Trenitalia from Ancona to Bari trainsIntercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Trenitalia trains will get you between Ancona and Bari from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Ancona to Bari
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ancona to Bari by train. 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 train, 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 Ancona, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Ancona, Stazione Ancona Stadio and Ancona Marittima. When arriving in Bari, you can end your trip in train stations like Bari Centrale and Bari Aeroporto.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Ancona, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bari Centrale, located 1.7 miles (2.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ancona to Bari
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Piazza Rosselli.
- Little Italy
- Trattoria da Nordio
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Ancona
- Grand Hotel Palace
- SeePort Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Bus: Autoservizi Borman operates a bus from Bari - Via Guglielmo Oberdan to Bari Capruzzi
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms serving regional trains.
- Bus: Local bus services connect the station with Bari city center and surrounding areas.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Piazza Aldo Moro.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Piccinni
- La Tana Del Polpo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Excelsior Bari
- Grand Hotel Leon d'Oro
- Hotel Adria
- Located in the main hall
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for regional and high-speed trains
- Hall 2: platforms 9-16 for long-distance and international trains
- Metro: Line FM1
- Bus: Several lines available
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