What is the cheapest way to get from Scalea to Otranto?

The cheapest way to get from Scalea to Otranto is to bus which costs €29 - €45 and takes 8h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Scalea to Otranto?

The fastest way to get from Scalea to Otranto is to drive which takes 5h and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Scalea and Otranto?

No, there is no direct bus from Scalea to Otranto. However, there are services departing from Scalea - Hotel Talao and arriving at Otranto, Via Orte via Cosenza - Piazza Maestri del Lavoro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

How far is it from Scalea to Otranto?

The distance between Scalea and Otranto is 412 km. The road distance is 318.1 km.

How do I travel from Scalea to Otranto without a car?

The best way to get from Scalea to Otranto without a car is to train and bus via Lecce which takes 8h 4m and costs €29 - €100.

How long does it take to get from Scalea to Otranto?

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from Scalea to Otranto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scalea to Otranto bus from?

Scalea to Otranto bus services, operated by Preite Cosenza, depart from Scalea - Hotel Talao station.

Where does the Scalea to Otranto bus arrive?

Scalea to Otranto bus services, operated by Preite Cosenza, arrive at Viale Mancini - ITIS A.Monaco station.

Can I drive from Scalea to Otranto?

Yes, the driving distance between Scalea to Otranto is 318 km. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Scalea to Otranto.

Where can I stay near Otranto?

There are 1939+ hotels available in Otranto.

Scalea to Otranto - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Scalea to Otranto by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus via Lecce
best
1. Take the train from Scalea-S.Domen.Talao to SibariFr
2. Take the train from Sibari to LecceIc
3. Take the bus from Lecce - Camera di Commercio/Stazione to Otranto - Stazione FSE101 / ...
8h 4m
€30–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Scalea - Hotel Talao to Viale Mancini - ITIS A.Monaco7
2. Take the bus from Cosenza - Piazza Maestri del Lavoro to Otranto, Via Orte
8h 24m
€29–41
Drive 318.1 km
1. Drive from Scalea to Otranto318.1 km
5h
€50–73
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Scalea-S.Domen.Talao to SibariFr
2. Take the bus from Sibari to Lecce
3. Take the bus from Lecce - City Terminal to Otranto - Stazione FSE101 / ...
8h 40m
€29–71

Scalea to Otranto by train, foot, and bus

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8h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 412.3 km
Duration: 8h 4m

What companies run services between Scalea, Italy and Otranto, Apulia, Italy?

You can take a bus from Scalea - Hotel Talao to Otranto, Via Orte via Viale Mancini - ITIS A.Monaco and Cosenza - Piazza Maestri del Lavoro in around 8h 24m.

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