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Bari - Catanzaro Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 4 intercity buses per day from Bari to Catanzaro. Traveling by bus from Bari to Catanzaro usually takes around 6 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest Autolinee Federico bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 50 minutes.

Distance153 mi (247 km)
Shortest duration4h 50m
Cheapest price$14.04
Trips per day4
Most frequent serviceFlixBus
Bus lines2

What bus companies travel from Bari to Catanzaro?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Bari to Catanzaro that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Autolinee Federico34h 57m$26.12
FlixBus36h 39m$21.96
  • Autolinee Federico is an Italian bus company based in Reggio Calabria with service across the Italian peninsula to cities like Turin, Rimini, Florence, and Bari. Autolinee has the latest generation of buses, which provide spacious seats, legroom, USB charging outlets, and onboard restrooms.

  • First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 3 trips from Bari to Catanzaro, and usually makes the trip in about 6 hours and 39 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 153 miles from Bari to Catanzaro. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Catanzaro at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 2:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Bari to Catanzaro, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Bari to Catanzaro every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Bari to Catanzaro without transferring.

City Information

Bari

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Bari - ITBRI-1

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Located in the Italian region of Puglia, Bari is a large port city on the Adriatic coast. Although often overlooked in favor of the more popular Lecce, Bari has much to offer visitors. Bari is home to a large university, meaning its student population injects youthfulness into the city to contrast with its historical appeal.

To explore the city's extensive history, visit the Basilica di San Nicola. This Norman church was one of the first of its kind to be built in southern Italy, and it takes its name from St Nicholas, better known as Father Christmas, whose remains are buried there. Next, take a walk through Bari Vecchia to experience the old town, situated on the peninsula above the old harbor. The charming cobbled streets and twisting alleys offer a relaxing place to meander through historic buildings and meet some of Bari's friendly locals.

The region is also famous for its Cucina Povera, or "food of the poor," a local cuisine that emphasizes delicious but straightforward foods using only local and seasonal ingredients. You can sample these traditional foods in the city's many restaurants and street food vendors.

Bari has its own airport, and metro services connect the airport to the central train station. In addition, numerous bus companies run services to Bari, and frequent trains connect the town to other Italian destinations.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Bari?

Main departure station: Via Giuseppe Capruzzi 178

Bari Centrale transit center is the main train and bus station in Bari with impressive architecture is from its founding in 1864. The station has 16 platforms for trains heading across Italy, including Milan, Bologna, Rome, Venice, and plenty of cities along the way. Bus services also use the station as a bus stop. The transit center has a spacious waiting area, bar and cafe, snack kiosk, supermarket, vending machines, and ticket offices.

All bus stations in Bari:

  • Via Giuseppe Capruzzi 178

  • Bari Airport - Departures Terminal

  • Via Giuseppe Capruzzi 178

Where does the bus arrive in Catanzaro?

Main arrival station: Via Gioacchino da Fiore 2

Buses arrive in Catanzaro at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

All bus stations in Catanzaro:

  • Via Gioacchino da Fiore 2

  • Lido

  • Catanzaro Stazzione

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