How to travel from Bari to Naples, Italy

The distance between Bari and Naples is around 263km (163 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 55m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Bari to Naples by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Naples.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €19($19)
Operated byFlixBus+ 4 others
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Train

Take the train to Caserta and then to Napoli Centrale.

  • Duration3h 45m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    €34($34)
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Naples.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Distance263km (163 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bari and Naples

There are several options for getting from Bari to Naples by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €19 ($19) and will take around 3hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €40 ($40).

The distance between Bari and Naples is around 263km (163 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 222km (138 miles)

It takes around 3hrs to get from Bari and Naples by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Bari to Naples is to drive which takes around 2h 55m and will set you back approx €40 ($40).

The cheapest way to travel between Bari and Naples, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €19 ($19) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Bari and Naples. It typically takes around 3h 45m and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct train services that runs from Bari to Naples. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Caserta. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 3h 45m.

Trenitalia and Ente Autonomo Volturno S.r.l. run train services between Bari and Naples. Trains depart 5 times a day and will take around 3h 45m, 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 Naples. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Bari and Naples with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 4 hours and takes 3hrs.

FlixBus and Marino Autolinee run regular bus services between Bari and Naples. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 3hrs 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 Naples. We recommend that you take the bus to Naples. instead which will take 3hrs.

The closest major airport to Naples is Naples International Airport (NAP) (NAP) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Naples. Ciampino–G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) (CIA) and Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO) (FCO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Bari and Naples. The distance is around 263km (163 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bari to Naples is to take the bus which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around €19 ($19).

How do I get from Bari to Naples

Compare travel optionsbetween Bari and Naples

Transport options from Bari to Naples
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
3hrs
€19($19)
hourly265km (165 miles)
Train
3h 45m
€34($34)
5 times a day314km (195 miles)
Drive
2h 55m
€40($40)
on demand263km (163 miles)

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Airports near Naples

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

NAP
Naples International Airport (NAP)
International Airport
Distance
7km (4 miles) from Naples
CIA
Ciampino–G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
International Airport
Distance
175km (109 miles) from Naples
FCO
Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
International Airport
Distance
198km (123 miles) from Naples