How to travel from Bari to Caltanissetta, Italy

The distance between Bari and Caltanissetta is around 577km (358 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 40m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Bari to Caltanissetta by plane, train, bus, car and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out CaltanissettaBari if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly to Catania (CTA), Train

Fly from Bari (BRI) to Catania (CTA) then take the train to Caltanissetta Xirbi.

  • Duration3h 40m
  • Flight time1h 10m
  • Typical cost
    €89($89)
Operated by

Multiple operators

3 similiar routes

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

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Train

Take the train to Taranto, Sibari, Paola then Messina Centrale and then to Caltanissetta Xirbi.

  • Duration9h 20m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €69($69)
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Bus

Take the bus to Caltanissetta Via Leone XIII.

  • Duration9h 35m
  • Departstwice a week
Operated by

Onebus

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Car and Ferry

Drive to Villa San Giovanni then take a ferry to Messina Marittima then drive to Caltanissetta.

  • Duration7h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €120($120)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bari and Caltanissetta

There are several options for getting from Bari to Caltanissetta by plane, train, bus, car and ferry. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around and will take around 9h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 3h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €89 ($89).

The distance between Bari and Caltanissetta is around 577km (358 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 471km (292 miles)

It takes around 4h 10m to get from Bari and Caltanissetta by plane and train.

The quickest way to get from Bari to Caltanissetta is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 40m and will set you back approx €89 ($89).

The cheapest way to travel between Bari and Caltanissetta is to take the bus which will typically cost around for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Bari and Caltanissetta. It typically takes around 9h 20m and departs once daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Bari to Caltanissetta. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Taranto, Sibari, Paola, Messina Centrale and Caltanissetta Xirbi. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 9h 20m.

Trenitalia run train services between Bari and Caltanissetta. Trains depart once daily and will take around 9h 20m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Bari and Caltanissetta. It typically takes around 9h 35m and departs twice a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Bari and Caltanissetta with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice a week and takes 9h 35m.

Onebus run regular bus services between Bari and Caltanissetta. Buses run twice a week and take around 9h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Bari to Caltanissetta. We recommend that you fly from Bari (BRI) to Palermo (PMO) then take the train to Caltanissetta Xirbi. instead which will take 4h 10m.

The closest major airport to Caltanissetta is Comiso Airport (CIY) (CIY) which is approximately 73km (45 miles) from Caltanissetta. Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) (CTA) and Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO) (PMO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Bari to Caltanissetta. We recommend that you fly from Bari (BRI) to Palermo (PMO) then take the train to Caltanissetta Xirbi. instead which will take 4h 10m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bari to Caltanissetta is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 4h 10m and will usually cost around €95 ($95).

How do I get from Bari to Caltanissetta

Compare travel optionsbetween Bari and Caltanissetta

Transport options from Bari to Caltanissetta
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly to Catania (CTA), Train + 3 similar
3h 40m
€89($89)
every 3 hours577km (358 miles)
Fly to Comiso (CIY), Train3h 45m
€105($105)
every 20 mins662km (411 miles)
Plane and Train4h 10m
€95($95)
every 4 hours633km (394 miles)
Train and Plane5hrs
€130($130)
every 4 hours782km (486 miles)
Train
9h 20m
€69($69)
once daily695km (432 miles)
Bus
9h 35m
twice a week660km (410 miles)
Car and Ferry
7h 25m
€120($120)
hourly641km (399 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Bari and Caltanissetta

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Airports near Caltanissetta

The following major airports near Caltanissetta offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.

CIY
Comiso Airport (CIY)
Domestic Airport
Distance
73km (45 miles) from Caltanissetta
CTA
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
International Airport
Distance
89km (55 miles) from Caltanissetta
PMO
Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO)
International Airport
Distance
114km (71 miles) from Caltanissetta