What is the cheapest way to get from Apulia to Calabria?

The cheapest way to get from Apulia to Calabria is to train which costs €22 - €50 and takes 8h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Apulia to Calabria?

The fastest way to get from Apulia to Calabria is to drive which takes 5h and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Apulia and Calabria?

No, there is no direct bus from Apulia to Calabria. However, there are services departing from Bari and arriving at Reggio Calabria via Villa S. Giovanni. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Apulia and Calabria?

No, there is no direct train from Apulia to Calabria. However, there are services departing from Bari Centrale and arriving at Reggio Calabria Lido via Taranto and Lamezia Terme C.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Apulia to Calabria?

The distance between Apulia and Calabria is 450 km. The road distance is 435.4 km.

How do I travel from Apulia to Calabria without a car?

The best way to get from Apulia to Calabria without a car is to bus which takes 7h 20m and costs €22 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Apulia to Calabria?

It takes approximately 7h 20m to get from Apulia to Calabria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Apulia to Calabria bus from?

Apulia to Calabria bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bari station.

Where do I catch the Apulia to Calabria train from?

Apulia to Calabria train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., depart from Bari Centrale station.

Train or bus from Apulia to Calabria?

The best way to get from Apulia to Calabria is to bus which takes 7h 20m and costs €22 - €80. Alternatively, you can train via Santa Eufemia Lamezia, which costs €29 - €90 and takes 7h 24m.

Where does the Apulia to Calabria bus arrive?

Apulia to Calabria bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Villa San Giovanni station.

Where does the Apulia to Calabria train arrive?

Apulia to Calabria train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., arrive at Taranto station.

Can I drive from Apulia to Calabria?

Yes, the driving distance between Apulia to Calabria is 435 km. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Apulia to Calabria.

How do I get a train ticket from Apulia to Calabria?

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Where can I stay near Calabria?

There are 981+ hotels available in Calabria.

Apulia to Calabria - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Apulia to Calabria by bus, train (Trenitalia), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bari to Villa San Giovannibus N596 / ...
7h 20m
€22–76
Train via Santa Eufemia Lamezia
1. Take the train from Bari Centrale to Tarantotrain Re
2. Take the train from Taranto to Lamezia Terme C.train Ic
3. Take the train from Lamezia Terme C. to Reggio Calabria Lidotrain Re
7h 24m
€29–86
Drive 435.4 km
1. Drive from Bari to Reggio Calabriacar 435.4 km
5h
€68–98
Bus via Policoro
1. Take the bus from Bari Capruzzi to Policoro Central Bus Stationbus Inter SAJ 01 B / ...
2. Take the bus from Policoro Via Bologna to Villa San Giovanni-Piazza Stazionebus Itabus
7h 49m
€27–55
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Bari Centrale to Reggio Calabria C.Letrain Ic
8h 2m
€22–48

Apulia to Calabria by bus and foot

4Weekly Services

7h 20mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Apulia to Calabria.

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Distance: 449.9 km
Duration: 7h 20m

What companies run services between Apulia, Italy and Calabria, Italy?

FlixBus operates a bus from Bari to Villa San Giovanni once daily. Tickets cost €21–75 and the journey takes 6h. Itabus S.p.A. also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bari Centrale to Reggio Calabria Lido via Taranto and Lamezia Terme C. in around 7h 24m.

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