How to get from Catania to Bari
- 431 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 7h 51m
- 9 bus departures a day with FlixBus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
9h 50m
direct
Bus
€39
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 2 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Catania to Bari. The most useful door-to-door route takes 9h 50m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 431 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €36, on Tue, Sep 22.
431 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €15Checked Sep 28 | 7h 51mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €50Omio catalogue, Oct 3 | 9h 50mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€15Checked Sep 287h 51m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€50Omio catalogue, Oct 39h 50m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Catania to Bari: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Catania → Baribus
FlixBus·9h 50m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Catania to Bari
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€15Departures from Catania to Bari
FlixBus runs 9 scheduled departures a day, the first at 06:15 and the last at 13:45.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 9 | 06:15 | 13:45 |
| Itabus, FlixBusbus | 4 | 08:15 | 22:10 |
All departuresFlixBus
- 06:15
- 06:40
- 07:15
- 07:40
- 08:15
- 12:25
- 12:45
- 13:25
- 13:45
All departuresItabus, FlixBus
- 08:15
- 08:40
- 21:50
- 22:10
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 9h 45m€50Book
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 3
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Catania to Bari works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Catania to Bari, about 9h 50m. In total it's roughly €39 over 9h 50m, direct, no transfers.
Catania to Bari: common questions
How long does it take to get from Catania to Bari?
The most useful route takes about 9h 50m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Catania to Bari?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 06:15 and the last at 13:45, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Catania to Bari?
9 a day with FlixBus, between 06:15 and 13:45.
How far is Bari from Catania?
About 431 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Catania to Bari cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €39. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Catania to Bari?
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
Can you get from Catania to Bari without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 9h 45m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Catania to Bari?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 2 Oct 2026