The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence to Bari
Cheapest price
€131
Average price
€190
Fastest journey
6 h 37 m
Average duration
6 h 50 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
546 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 €190 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €131.
It's difficult to get from Florence to Bari without transferring at least once.
TUSCANY LINE 18486 · Autobus TTPER B0448+
InterCityNotte 765
Regionale 18466 · Autobus TTPER B0434+
Intercity 607
Regionale 18664 · Autobus TTPER B0436+
Intercity 609
Regionale 18500 · Autobus FI668+
Intercity 603
Regionale 18460 · Autobus TTPER B0430+
Intercity 605
FRECCIAROSSA 9540 · FRECCIAROSSA 9809
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8502 · FRECCIAROSSA 8803
FRECCIAROSSA 8506 · FRECCIAROSSA 9805
FRECCIAROSSA 8508 · FRECCIAROSSA 8807
FRECCIAROSSA 8520 · FRECCIAROSSA 8819Travel 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 1h 32m. 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 €25.
Distance: 546 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€69 Average price | €46 Average price Cheapest | €184 Average price |
7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 44m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Florence to Bari train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Bari trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18500 · Autobus FI668+ Intercity 603 | 4:04 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 10h01 | 2:05 PM Bari Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18460 · Autobus TTPER B0430+ Intercity 605 | 5:38 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 10h27 | 4:05 PM Bari Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9511 | 7:14 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h09 | 1:23 PM Bari Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8502 · FRECCIAROSSA 8803 | 7:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h51 | 2:27 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18466 · Autobus TTPER B0434+ Intercity 607 | 7:37 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 10h21 | 5:58 PM Bari Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ Intercity 605 | 7:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h10 | 4:05 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18664 · Autobus TTPER B0436+ Intercity 609 | 9:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 10h45 | 8:05 PM Bari Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506 · FRECCIAROSSA 9805 | 9:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h51 | 4:27 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ FRECCIARGENTO 8311 | On time 10:14 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h25 | 4:39 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508 · FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 10:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h51 | 5:27 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
TUSCANY LINE 18492 · Autobus TTPER B0440+ Intercity 611 | 11:37 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 10h39 | 10:16 PM Bari Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9415+ FRECCIARGENTO 8317 | On time 12:48 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h32 | 7:20 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9420 · FRECCIAROSSA 8813 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h10 | 8:30 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540 · FRECCIAROSSA 9809 | 2:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h37 | 9:32 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520 · FRECCIAROSSA 8819 | 3:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h00 | 10:36 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
TUSCANY LINE 18486 · Autobus TTPER B0448+ InterCityNotte 765 | 7:38 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 10h22 | 6:00 AM Bari Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9592+ InterCityNotte 765 | 8:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 9h05 | 6:00 AM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence to Bari
Trains from Florence to Bari run on average 17 times per day, taking around 7h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €48 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 546 km distance in 6h 9m.
Distance 546 km |
Average train duration 7h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €48 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 9m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:43 |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento, Intercity, Regionale from Florence to Bari trainsFrecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento, Intercity, Regionale trains will get you between Florence and Bari from €18. 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 Florence to Bari
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Florence Santa Maria Novella, which is located around 2 miles (3.2 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 Florence to Bari
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
- Ramps, restrooms.
- 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.
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