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There are 7 ways to get from Patras to Bari by bus and ferry, car ferry, train, ferry, bus, car or plane

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Bus and ferry, car ferry, train  •  14h 9m

  1. Take the bus and ferry from Patras to Corfu X1
  2. Take the car ferry from Corfu to Brindisi
  3. Take the train from Brindisi to Bari Centrale Fa / ...

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Ferry  •  16h 30m

  1. Take the ferry from Patras to Bari M.ma Asf

Car ferry  •  17h 45m

  1. Take the car ferry from Patras to Igoumenitsa Patra
  2. Take the car ferry from Igoumenitsa to Bari

Bus  •  36h 50m

  1. Take the bus from Patras to Ioannina
  2. Take the Bus from Ioannina to Ancona
  3. Take the bus from Ancona to Bari 420

Drive, ferry  •  12h 51m

  1. Drive from Patras to Igoumenitsa
  2. Take the ferry from Igoumenitsa to Bari M.ma Asf

Bus, train to Athens, fly  •  10h 17m

  1. Take the bus from Patra to Kiato
  2. Take the train from Kiato to Athens
  3. Fly from Athens (ATH) to Bari (BRI) ATH - BRI

Bus, bus to Tirana, fly  •  14h 22m

  1. Take the bus from Patras to Agrinio
  2. Take the bus from Agrinio to Durrës
  3. Fly from Tirana (TIA) to Bari (BRI) TIA - BRI

Patras to Bari by ferry

The ferry journey time between Patras and Bari is around 16h 30m and covers a distance of around 573 km. Operated by Superfast Ferries, the Patras to Bari ferry service departs from Patras and arrives in Bari M.ma. Typically eight ferries run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.

8 Weekly Ferries
16h 30m Average Duration
€70 Cheapest Price
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The cheapest way to get from Patras to Bari is to bus and ferry and car ferry and train which costs €50 - €120 and takes 14h 9m.

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The quickest way to get from Patras to Bari is to bus and train and fly which costs €100 - €320 and takes 10h 17m.

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No, there is no direct bus from Patras to Bari. However, there are services departing from Patras and arriving at Bari via Ioannina and Ancona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 50m.

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Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Patras and arriving at Bari M.ma. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 30m.

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It is approximately 525 km to get from Patras to Bari.

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The best way to get from Patras to Bari without a car is to bus and ferry and car ferry and train which takes 14h 9m and costs €50 - €120.

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It takes approximately 14h 9m to get from Patras to Bari, including transfers.

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Patras to Bari bus services, operated by KTEL Ioanninon, depart from Patras station.

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There is no direct flight from Athens Airport to Bari Airport. The quickest flight takes 4h 20m and has one stopover.

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Map of how to get from Patras to Bari.
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  • Distance: 524.9 km
  • Duration: 14h 9m

What companies run services between Patras, Greece and Bari, Italy?

You can take a bus from Patras to Bari via Ioannina, Ioannina, Ancona, and Ancona in around 36h 50m.

Airlines
Ryanair
Website
ryanair.com
Flights from Athens to Bari via Catania
Ave. Duration
4h 20m
When
Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price
€50 - €430
Flights from Athens to Bari via Rome
Ave. Duration
5h 5m
When
Tuesday
Estimated price
€50 - €430
Flights from Athens to Bari via Malta
Ave. Duration
5h 25m
When
Wednesday
Estimated price
€50 - €430
Alitalia
Website
alitalia.com
Flights from Athens to Bari via Rome
Ave. Duration
5h 26m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€110 - €550
Albawings
Website
albawings.com
Flights from Athens to Bari via Tirana
Ave. Duration
3h 15m
When
Wednesday
Estimated price
€50 - €370
Flights from Tirana to Bari
Ave. Duration
55 min
When
Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Estimated price
€55 - €220
Ulendo Airlink
Website
flyulendo.com
Flights from Tirana to Bari
Ave. Duration
57 min
When
Every day
Estimated price
€30 - €310
Train operators
Trenitalia Frecce
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from Brindisi to Bari Centrale
Ave. Duration
1h
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€12 - €50
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
Super Economy
€12 - €17
Base Standard
€27 - €40
Base Premium
€30 - €50
Trenitalia
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from Brindisi to Bari Centrale
Ave. Duration
1h 23m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€9 - €16
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
1st Class
€14 - €16
Frequently asked questions
Is there Wi-Fi on Trenitalia?
Yes - Wi-Fi is available on both Frecciarossa and Frecciargento services, and may be accessed free of charge. Services require either a mobile phone number or credit card for verification purposes and allow access for 24 hours.
Are there power outlets on Trenitalia?
Yes - Frecce services include a power socket for each seat.
Does Trenitalia offer meals or snacks?
Yes - Frecciarossa and Frecciargento services often offer bar and restaurant options, though this depends on the individual route and train type. Business, Premium and First Class tickets include a complimentary drink and snack. Some services may offer restaurant, FRECCIABistro or pre-booked, in-seat meal options. Please check your service as options vary.
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Trenitalia Intercity
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from Brindisi to Bari Centrale
Ave. Duration
1h 15m
Frequency
4 times a day
Estimated price
€8 - €12
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/
2nd Class
€8 - €12
Bus operators
KTEL Kerkyras
KTEL Ioanninon
Phone
26510 25014
Website
ktelioannina.gr
Bus from Patras to Ioannina
Ave. Duration
3h
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€19 - €24
Schedules at
ktelioannina.gr
KTEL Achaias
Phone
2610 623 888
Website
ktelachaias.gr
Bus from Patras to Ioannina
Ave. Duration
5h 30m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€19 - €22
Schedules at
ktelachaias.gr
Portokalidis Tours
Website
portokalidistours.gr
Bus from Ioannina to Ancona
Ave. Duration
25h
Frequency
Once a week
Estimated price
€85 - €130
Schedules at
portokalidistours.gr
FlixBus
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Contact Details
Phone
+49 30 300 137 300
Email
service@flixbus.com
Website
flixbus.de
Bus from Ancona to Bari
Ave. Duration
6h 25m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€35 - €55
Website
https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Book at
https://shop.global.flixbus.com/
Frequently asked questions
Is there Wi-Fi on FlixBus?
Yes - FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi
Are there power outlets on FlixBus?
Yes
Does FlixBus offer meals or snacks?
Yes - snacks and drinks may be purchased from the driver. Please note, this is not available on all services.
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Hellenic Train
Phone
14511
Website
hellenictrain.gr
Bus from Patra to Kiato
Ave. Duration
1h 25m
Frequency
Every 3 hours
Estimated price
€8 - €11
Website
https://www.hellenictrain.gr/en
Book at
https://tickets.hellenictrain.gr/dromologia/?lang=gr
KTEL Aitoloakarnanias
Albtrans sh.p.k
Phone
+355 42 239 203 / +355 69 400 4075
Email
albtrans06@yahoo.com
Website
albtrans.net
Bus from Agrinio to Durrës
Ave. Duration
8h 43m
Frequency
3 times a day
Estimated price
€29
Website
Albtrans sh.p.k
Ferry operators
Grimaldi Lines
Phone
+39.081.496.444
Email
info@grimaldi.napoli.it
Website
grimaldi-lines.com
Car ferry from Corfu to Brindisi
Ave. Duration
7h
Frequency
3 times a week
Estimated price
€17 - €25
Website
Grimaldi Lines
Superfast Ferries
Phone
+30 210 8919700
Email
superfast@superfast.com
Website
superfast.com
Ferry from Patras to Bari M.ma
Ave. Duration
16h 30m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€70 - €200
Website
https://www.superfast.com
2 bed inside cabin
€180 - €200
Deck
€73
Aircraft-type seats
€81
3 bed outside cabin
€163
Car ferry from Patras to Igoumenitsa
Ave. Duration
5h 45m
Frequency
6 times a week
Estimated price
€40 - €180
Website
https://www.superfast.com
2 bed inside cabin
€160 - €175
Deck
€43
Aircraft-type seats
€49
3 bed outside cabin
€123
Ferry from Igoumenitsa to Bari M.ma
Ave. Duration
10h 1m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€50 - €180
Website
https://www.superfast.com
2 bed inside cabin
€170 - €180
Deck
€53
Aircraft-type seats
€59
3 bed outside cabin
€136
Ventouris Ferries
Phone
+30 210 4828001
Email
booking@ventourisferries.com
Website
ventourisferries.com
Car ferry from Igoumenitsa to Bari
Ave. Duration
11h
Frequency
Once a week
Estimated price
€58
Website
https://ventourisferries.com/en/
Ferry from Igoumenitsa to Bari
Ave. Duration
11h
Frequency
Once a week
Estimated price
€58
Website
https://ventourisferries.com/en/

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Patras to Bari bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bari station.

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Bari is 1h behind Patras. It is currently 11:50 PM in Patras and 10:50 PM in Bari.

Aegean Airlines, Ulendo Airlink, Albawings and two other airlines offer flights from Athens Airport to Bari Airport.

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