Transfer to/from - Bari airport (BRI)

 

Public transportation services, licensed taxis and rideshare, private transfer companies and car rental services in Bari airport (BRI)

Transportation

 

Bari Airport offers several transport options that efficiently connect it with the city centre and other destinations in the Apulia and Basilicata regions.

Trains

The company Ferrotramviaria operates frequent services connecting the airport station with Bari Centrale via the FM2 (yellow) and FR2 (grey) lines. The journey takes approximately 15 to 20 minutes, with a fare of €5.30. These trains also provide connections to the north of the province, reaching as far as Barletta, with intermediate stops in towns such as Bitonto, Terlizzi, Ruvo di Puglia, Corato and Andria.

Buses

There are several alternatives depending on speed and budget:

  • AMTAB (Line 16): The most economical urban service. It connects the airport with Piazza Aldo Moro (next to the central railway station) and Piazza Garibaldi, making several intermediate stops. The journey takes between 35 and 45 minutes, and the ticket costs €1.00 (purchased in advance) or €1.50 when bought on board.
  • Autoservizi Tempesta: A fast shuttle service operating a direct route to Bari Central Station in around 20–30 minutes, with stops on request at Piazza Garibaldi and Via Quintino Sella. The ticket price is €5.00.
  • Pugliairbus: A regional transport service that directly links Bari Airport with key cities such as Matera, Taranto, Foggia and Brindisi Airport. Fares vary according to destination, ranging from €2.70 to €10.00.

Rent a Car

 

Taxis

Taxi ranks are located in front of the arrivals area. The authorised companies are Nuova Co.Ta.Ba. and Apulia Taxi. The journey to Bari city centre takes around 25 minutes. There is a fixed (flat) fare of approximately €25.00 for transfers between the airport and the city centre (including surcharges), so it is advisable to confirm this amount with the driver before starting the journey.

 
 

Latest updates: December 27, 2025

Transportation Tips to/from the airport

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.
 
 1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening.
 
If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time.
 
If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications.
 
If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.
 
 2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive.
 
Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff.
 
It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver.
 
On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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