How to travel from Gallipoli to Lecce, Italy

The distance between Gallipoli and Lecce is around 40km (25 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus which takes around 30min.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Gallipoli to Lecce by bus, train, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Bus

Take the bus to Lecce - Autostazione.

  • Duration30min
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €3($3)
Operated by

TTI Leonettibus SRL

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train
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Train

Take the train to Lecce.

  • Duration1h 50m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    €4($4)
Operated by

Ferrovie del Sud Est e Servizi Automobilistici

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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Lecce.

  • Duration33min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    €110($110)
Operated by

Brindisi Gallipoli navetta - Ncc Lecce Salento Cab

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car
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Drive

Drive to Lecce.

  • Duration33min
  • Distance40km (25 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gallipoli and Lecce

There are several options for getting from Gallipoli to Lecce by bus, train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €3 ($3) and will take around 30min.

The distance between Gallipoli and Lecce is around 40km (25 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 36km (22 miles)

It takes around 30min to get from Gallipoli and Lecce by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 33min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gallipoli to Lecce is to take the bus which takes around 30min and will set you back approx €3 ($3).

The cheapest way to travel between Gallipoli and Lecce, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €3 ($3) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gallipoli and Lecce. It typically takes around 1h 50m and departs every 3 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Gallipoli and Lecce with no changeovers required. The train runs every 3 hours and takes 1h 50m.

Ferrovie del Sud Est e Servizi Automobilistici run train services between Gallipoli and Lecce. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 1h 50m, 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 Gallipoli and Lecce. It typically takes around 30min and departs once a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Gallipoli and Lecce with no changeovers required. The bus runs once a week and takes 30min.

TTI Leonettibus SRL run regular bus services between Gallipoli and Lecce. Buses run once a week and take around 30min on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Gallipoli to Lecce. We recommend that you take the bus to Lecce - Autostazione. instead which will take 30min.

The closest major airport to Lecce is Brindisi Airport (BDS) (BDS) which is approximately 39km (25 miles) from Lecce. Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) (BRI) and Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF) (SUF) 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 Gallipoli and Lecce. The distance is around 40km (25 miles) by road and it will take around 33min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gallipoli to Lecce is to take the bus which takes, on average, 30min and will usually cost around €3 ($3).

How do I get from Gallipoli to Lecce

Compare travel optionsbetween Gallipoli and Lecce

Transport options from Gallipoli to Lecce
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
30min
€3($3)
hourly40km (25 miles)
Train
1h 50m
€4($4)
every 3 hours54km (34 miles)
Taxi
33min
€110($110)
on demand40km (25 miles)
Drive
33min
€6($6)
on demand40km (25 miles)

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Airports near Lecce

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

BDS
Brindisi Airport (BDS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
39km (25 miles) from Lecce
BRI
Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)
International Airport
Distance
147km (91 miles) from Lecce
SUF
Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF)
International Airport
Distance
230km (143 miles) from Lecce