How to travel from La Spezia to Lecce, Italy
The distance between La Spezia and Lecce is around 826km (513 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 25m.
10 routes found
We've found 10 different ways to get from La Spezia to Lecce by train, plane, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Lecce → La Spezia if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Pisa Centrale then fly from Pisa (PSA) to Brindisi (BDS).
- Duration3h 25m
- Flight time1h 25m
- Typical cost€76($76)
Multiple operators
5 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Roma Termini and then to Lecce.
- Duration9h 10m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost€95($95)
1 similiar route
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Bus
Take the bus to Bari and then to Lecce Central Bus Station.
- Duration13h 30m
- Departstwice a week
- Typical cost€85($85)
Multiple bus operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between La Spezia and Lecce
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from La Spezia to Lecce by train, plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then fly which costs around €76 ($76) and will take around 3h 25m.
The distance between La Spezia and Lecce is around 826km (513 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 804km (499 miles)
It takes around 3h 25m to get from La Spezia and Lecce by train and plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 9h 30m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from La Spezia to Lecce is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 25m and will set you back approx €76 ($76).
The cheapest way to travel between La Spezia and Lecce, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then fly which will typically cost around €76 ($76) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between La Spezia and Lecce. It typically takes around 9h 10m and departs 4 times a day.
There are no direct train services that runs from La Spezia to Lecce. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Roma Termini. These services run 4 times a day and will take a minimum of 9h 10m.
Trenitalia run train services between La Spezia and Lecce. Trains depart 4 times a day and will take around 9h 10m, 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 La Spezia and Lecce. It typically takes around 13h 30m and departs twice a week.
There are no direct bus services that runs from La Spezia to Lecce. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Bari. These services run twice a week and will take a minimum of 13h 30m.
Autolinee Chiruzzi S.R.L., Itabus, FlixBus and Marino Autolinee run regular bus services between La Spezia and Lecce. Buses run twice a week and take around 13h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from La Spezia to Lecce. We recommend that you take the train to Pisa Centrale then fly from Pisa (PSA) to Brindisi (BDS). instead which will take 3h 25m.
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 La Spezia and Lecce. The distance is around 1,028km (639 miles) by road and it will take around 9h 30m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from La Spezia to Lecce is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 3h 25m and will usually cost around €76 ($76).
Compare travel optionsbetween La Spezia and Lecce
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 5 similar | 3h 25m | €76($76) | every 3 hours | 826km (513 miles) |
| Train to Genova Brignole, Fly | 3h 55m | €88($88) | 5 times a day | 991km (616 miles) |
| Train to Pisa Centrale, plane | 4h 30m | €80($80) | every 3 hours | 830km (516 miles) |
| Train to Pisa Centrale, plane | 4h 60m | €115($115) | every 3 hours | 987km (613 miles) |
| Train to Milano Centrale, Fly | 6hrs | €95($95) | every 4 hours | 1,159km (720 miles) |
| Train to Milano Centrale, Fly | 6hrs | €83($83) | every 4 hours | 1,186km (737 miles) |
Train + 1 similar | 9h 10m | €95($95) | 4 times a day | 1,026km (638 miles) |
| Train via Viareggio | 10h 30m | €95($95) | once daily | 1,040km (646 miles) |
Bus | 13h 30m | €85($85) | twice a week | 1,111km (690 miles) |
Drive | 9h 30m | €155($155) | on demand | 1,028km (639 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between La Spezia and Lecce
Train operators
Bus companies
Autolinee Chiruzzi S.R.L.
Marino Autolinee
Airports near Lecce
The following major airports near Lecce offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.
Brindisi Airport (BDS)
- Distance
- 39km (25 miles) from Lecce
Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)
- Distance
- 147km (91 miles) from Lecce
Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF)
- Distance
- 230km (143 miles) from Lecce