How to travel from Otranto to Monopoli, Italy

The distance between Otranto and Monopoli is around 153km (95 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 45m.

3 routes found

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

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

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Bus

Take the bus to Monopoli.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €25($25)
Operated by

Marino Autolinee

💰 Cheapest
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Train

Take the train to Lecce and then to Monopoli.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €15($15)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Monopoli.

  • Duration1h 45m
  • Distance153km (95 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Otranto and Monopoli

There are several options for getting from Otranto to Monopoli by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €15 ($15) and will take around 2h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €23 ($23).

The distance between Otranto and Monopoli is around 153km (95 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 134km (83 miles)

It takes around 2h 45m to get from Otranto and Monopoli by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Otranto to Monopoli is to drive which takes around 1h 45m and will set you back approx €23 ($23).

The cheapest way to travel between Otranto and Monopoli, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €15 ($15) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Otranto and Monopoli. It typically takes around 2h 45m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Otranto to Monopoli. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Maglie, Zollino and Lecce. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 2h 45m.

Ferrovie del Sud Est e Servizi Automobilistici and Trenitalia run train services between Otranto and Monopoli. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 2h 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 Otranto and Monopoli. It typically takes around 2h 45m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Otranto and Monopoli with no changeovers required. The bus runs once daily and takes 2h 45m.

Marino Autolinee run regular bus services between Otranto and Monopoli. Buses run once daily and take around 2h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Otranto to Monopoli. We recommend that you take the bus to Monopoli. instead which will take 2h 45m.

The closest major airport to Monopoli is Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) (BRI) which is approximately 49km (31 miles) from Monopoli. Brindisi Airport (BDS) (BDS) 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 Otranto and Monopoli. The distance is around 153km (95 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Otranto to Monopoli is to take the bus which takes, on average, 2h 45m and will usually cost around €25 ($25).

How do I get from Otranto to Monopoli

Compare travel optionsbetween Otranto and Monopoli

Transport options from Otranto to Monopoli
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
2h 45m
€25($25)
once daily159km (99 miles)
Train
2h 45m
€15($15)
every 4 hours156km (97 miles)
Drive
1h 45m
€23($23)
on demand153km (95 miles)

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Airports near Monopoli

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

BRI
Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)
International Airport
Distance
49km (31 miles) from Monopoli
BDS
Brindisi Airport (BDS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
63km (39 miles) from Monopoli
SUF
Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF)
International Airport
Distance
244km (152 miles) from Monopoli