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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bari to Palermo
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€70
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€127
Fastest journey on Sep 17
11 h 36 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
15 h 35 m
Trains on Sep 17
6
Distance
448 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bari to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari to Palermo will cost around €127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €70.
It's difficult to get from Bari to Palermo without transferring at least once.
Intercity 558 · Intercity 7237:28 AM11h36Bari Centrale7:04 PMPalermo Centrale€701One-way1 transfer
Regionale 19831+Intercity 566 · Intercity 72711:10 AM11h48Bari Centrale10:58 PMPalermo Centrale€721One-way2 transfers- Intercity 704+Regionale 4893+
InterCityNotte 19554:05 PM17h08Bari Centrale9:13 AMPalermo Centrale€1221One-way2 transfers - Intercity 704+InterCityNotte 19594:05 PM20h45Bari Centrale12:50 PMPalermo Centrale€1531One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9560+InterCityNotte 19552:10 PM19h03Bari Centrale9:13 AMPalermo Centrale€1711One-way1 transfer
- Intercity 558 · Intercity 7237:28 AM11h36Bari Centrale7:04 PMPalermo Centrale€701One-way1 transfer
- Regionale 19831+Intercity 566 · Intercity 72711:10 AM11h48Bari Centrale10:58 PMPalermo Centrale€721One-way2 transfers
- Intercity 704+Regionale 4893+InterCityNotte 19554:05 PM17h08Bari Centrale9:13 AMPalermo Centrale€1221One-way2 transfers
- FRECCIAROSSA 8326+InterCityNotte 19596:30 PM18h20Bari Centrale12:50 PMPalermo Centrale€1711One-way1 transfer
- FRECCIAROSSA 9560+InterCityNotte 19552:10 PM19h03Bari Centrale9:13 AMPalermo Centrale€1711One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Bari to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bari to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €65 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €65, while a flight costs an average of €92.
Distance: 448 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€88 Average price | €92 Average price | €65 Average price Cheapest | €86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 19m Average total duration 13h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 25m Average total duration 10h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bari to Palermo:
A bus is €23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bari to Palermo costing on average €88.
A bus is €27 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bari to Palermo costing on average €92.
Other travel options to Palermo take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 55m.
Train takes on average 13h 49m.
Live departures
Bari to Palermo train times
The table below shows live departures for Bari to Palermo trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intercity 558 · Intercity 723 | 7:28 AM Bari Centrale | 11h36 | 7:04 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 19831+Intercity 566 · Intercity 727 | 11:10 AM Bari Centrale | 11h48 | 10:58 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9560+InterCityNotte 1955 | 2:10 PM Bari Centrale | 19h03 | 9:13 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 704+InterCityNotte 1959 | 4:05 PM Bari Centrale | 20h45 | 12:50 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 704+Regionale 4893+InterCityNotte 1955 | 4:05 PM Bari Centrale | 17h08 | 9:13 AM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 8326+InterCityNotte 1959 | 6:30 PM Bari Centrale | 18h20 | 12:50 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bari to Palermo
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Trains from Bari to Palermo run on average 3 times per day, taking around 13h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €52 but you can travel from only €20 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 448 km distance in 11h 42m.
Distance 448 km |
Average train duration 13h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 11h 42m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte from Bari to Palermo trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Bari and Palermo from €20. 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 Bari to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari to Palermo 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 Palermo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bari to Palermo
Most Bari to Palermo trains use the Bari Centrale to Palermo Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Bari and Palermo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bari station do trains to Palermo leave from?
Getting to Bari Centrale from Bari city centre
Bari Centrale is 1 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari Centrale train station facilities and services
Bari Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Piccinni, La Tana Del Polpo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bari Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bari Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bari Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bari Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari Centrale: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Excelsior Bari, Grand Hotel Leon d'Oro, Hotel Adria.
Getting to Bari Aeroporto from Bari city centre
Bari Aeroporto is 7 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari Aeroporto train station facilities and services
Bari Aeroporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Bacco, Ristorante Il Poeta Contadino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bari Aeroporto. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bari Aeroporto. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bari Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bari Aeroporto: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari Aeroporto: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Parco Dei Principi Hotel Congress & SPA, Hotel Palumbo Masseria Sant'Anna, Vittoria Parc Hotel.
Getting to Bari Palese-Macchie from Bari city centre
Bari Palese-Macchie is 7 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari Palese-Macchie train station facilities and services
Bari Palese-Macchie has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bari Palese-Macchie: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bari Palese-Macchie: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari Palese-Macchie: Ramps, restrooms.
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