What is the cheapest way to get from Lecce to Grottole?

The cheapest way to get from Lecce to Grottole is to bus and line 351 bus which costs €18 - €55 and takes 5h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lecce to Grottole?

The fastest way to get from Lecce to Grottole is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Lecce and Grottole?

No, there is no direct bus from Lecce to Grottole. However, there are services departing from Lecce, Piazzale Carmelo Bene and arriving at Grottole Taverna via Scanzano Jonico. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Lecce to Grottole?

The distance between Lecce and Grottole is 208 km. The road distance is 187.9 km.

How do I travel from Lecce to Grottole without a car?

The best way to get from Lecce to Grottole without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs €29 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Lecce to Grottole?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Lecce to Grottole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lecce to Grottole bus from?

Lecce to Grottole bus services, operated by SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro, depart from Lecce, Piazzale Carmelo Bene station.

Train or bus from Lecce to Grottole?

The best way to get from Lecce to Grottole is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs €29 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Lecce to Grottole bus arrive?

Lecce to Grottole bus services, operated by SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro, arrive at Scanzano Jonico station.

Can I drive from Lecce to Grottole?

Yes, the driving distance between Lecce to Grottole is 188 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Lecce to Grottole.

Where can I stay near Grottole?

There are 975+ hotels available in Grottole.

Lecce to Grottole - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 351 bus

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Lecce to Metapontotrain Ic
2. Take the train from Metaponto to Salandra-Grottoletrain Re
3h 45m
€30–52
Bus, line 351 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lecce Central Bus Station to Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzobus Itabus
2. Take the bus from Matera to Grottolebus 351 / ...
5h 37m
€18–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lecce, Piazzale Carmelo Bene to Scanzano Jonicobus
2. Take the bus from Scanzano Jonico to Grottole Tavernabus
5h 13m
Drive 187.9 km
1. Drive from Lecce to Grottolecar 187.9 km
2h 44m
€30–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lecce to Metapontotrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Metaponto Lido to Grottole Tavernabus
4h 32m

Lecce to Grottole by bus and train

9Weekly Services

5h 37mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lecce to Grottole.

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Distance: 207.6 km
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Lecce, Italy and Grottole, Basilicata, Italy?

You can take a train from Lecce to Grottole via Metaponto and Salandra-Grottole in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lecce, Piazzale Carmelo Bene to Grottole Taverna via Scanzano Jonico in around 5h 13m.

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