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Bari, which is located in the southeast of Italy, is also accepted as the second largest city of the region after Napoli. In the city, which also has one of the largest and busiest ports of the county, both maritime and aerial transportation are considerably developed. Transportation between the airport and the city center is also easy and comfortable. In order to get to the city center from the airport which is also called as Karol Wojtyla or Palese Airport with the name of the region it is located in, you can use many alternatives such as taxi, bus or train. If you want a more comfortable option you can rent a limousine or get on a taxi.

Bus is a very convenient alternative for those who want to evaluate economical options for travelling in the city. But taxis can be a lot more useful if you have heavy baggage. Those who want to move freely in the city and visit nearby places can get to the airport by renting a car from many different car rental offices located in the city.

After arriving at the center of the city by train, it is possible to reach the airport by transferring to the bus or taxi. In addition, those coming from other cities like Dubrovnik or Kotor can fly to many parts of both Italy and Europe from Bari Airport.

If you are hungry or want to drink something while waiting for your flight, you can go one of the restaurants and cafes at the airport. In addition, you can do some shopping at the stores where you can find many products. There is also a private passenger lounge where you can have a rest or work. The airport also has bank branches and ATMs for money transfers and other banking transactions.

Taxi

The first option to be used for the transportation from Bari city center to the airport is taxi. You can reach the airport after a travel of about 25 minutes thanks to vehicles owned by Radio Taxi or EuroTaxi companies offering service in the city. Taxis are one of the most comfortable and quick options for going to the airport, but they are more expensive compared to buses.

If you have too much baggage or you don’t have much time and the departure time of your plane is closing, you can save time by using the taxi option and reach the airport in a short time. Make sure before getting on a taxi that it is licensed. Unlicensed taxis are also available in Bari, but if you use an unlicensed taxi, you may need to pay more for the same distance. The most guaranteed alternative is the licensed taxis for a travel without any problem.

Bus

In Bari, you can also add buses to the options for getting to the airport from the city center. Bus stands out as the most economical transportation alternative. Bus route 16 carries passengers from the central parts of Bari, including Aldo Moro Square, to the airport. Buses, also known as AMTB in the city, arrive at the airport at the end of a travel of about 40 minutes from the center.

The bus takes passengers to the airport from the city center in about 40 minutes. You can get to Bari Airport from the city center by using these buses which operate from 05:00 pm to 09:30 pm.

Tempesta which is one of the bus companies offering service in the city is a much faster option. But the amount you need to pay is higher. It is possible to reach the airport in about 25-30 minutes by the buses which more frequently operate during summer months.

Train

Unlike most European cities, there is not a train station at Bari Airport. For this reason, it is not possible to reach the airport directly from the city center by trains. However, you can arrive at the city from other cities or smaller settlements by train and after getting off the train you can get on one of the buses that passing by the station or use a taxi. The airport, which is only 8 km of the city center, can be reached in about 30 minutes by taxi or bus after getting of the train.

Car Rental

Renting a car is also a very popular option in Bari which hosts many beauties worth to be seen. Thanks to the vehicles you can rent from the different companies such as AVIS, Sixt, Alamo and Europcar in the city center, you can discover the historical and natural beauties of Bari and its surrounding during your travel, and at the end of your visit you can reach the airport with the car you have rented.

You can be at the airport in a short time after taking the road from the city center and following the airport signs. It is possible to find your way much easier with a map or navigation device.

Hotel Shuttle

If you will be staying at a hotel during your visit, you can also get support from your hotel about getting to the airport from Bari city center by using shuttle service. The airport is only 8 kilometers of the city center and you can reach the airport in about 25 minutes by using the hotel shuttle service. Airport shuttle is also a much more comfortable alternative for families with heavy baggage or children. However, the cost of these services may be much higher than you would expect. It would be useful to get information about the fares in advance. In this way, if the cost exceeds your budget, you can direct to different alternatives such as bus, taxi or car rental.

Limousine

Limousines are waiting for their passengers in the city for those who want to make their travel memorable with a much more luxurious and comfortable vehicle. For detailed information about the luxury vehicles that you can rent in the city, you can make a quick search on the internet or get support from your hotel.

The limousines, which can take you to the airport in about 20-25 minutes from Bari city center, offer service with private drivers. Limousine is a comfortable and enjoyable alternative especially for crowded families with children.

Airport Information

The distance between the city center and airport is about 8 kilometers. Karol Wojtyla Airport or Palese Airport, with its more commonly known name, connects Bari, which is considered to be one of the most important centers of Southern Italy after Napoli, to the world. From the airport, there are flights to many destinations in Italy such as Rome, Milan, Venice, Bergamo and Pisa. In addition, it is possible to fly to many cities in Europe such as Berlin, Amsterdam, Frankfurt and Munich.

Although the airport is not very large, it offers many alternatives for passengers like shopping, eating, relaxing or resting. It is known that the construction of Bari Airport, a medium-sized airport, started in the 1930s and was used for military purposes in the early periods. With the development of tourism in recent years, the number of flights from the airport, which has become one of the most important transportation centers of the region, increases day by day.

At the bank branch found at the airport, you can perform many banking transactions including money transfers and foreign exchange transactions or you can use ATMs in the terminal.

SEAP Lounge, which offers service for passengers who want to wait for their flight in a more comfortable environment, is open from 05:00 am to 09:00 pm.

At Bari Airport, there are also stores where you can buy phones, accessories, jewelry, cosmetic products, magazines, books and newspapers. There is also a parking area at the airport for those arriving by car.

You can get to the city center from Fiumicino Airport, also known as Leonardo da Vinci Airport, using a variety of transportation methods like bus, airport shuttles, train, taxi, or car. The airport is located 35 km from central Rome.

Bus

There are many bus lines that depart from the airport and go to different locations in Rome. While the bus ride varies depending on the traffic and according to the destination, it takes approximately 1 hour. It is not the fastest option to get to the city center however it provides direct transportation to central locations in the city and it is the most affordable means of transportation. The Cotral buses, which depart in front of Terminal 2, go to “Cinquecento Square”, “Roma Tiburtina Station”, “Cornelia Station” and “Eur Maglliana Station”, respectively. The last 2 stops are also stops on the metro line. So it is easy to transfer to the metro from those stops. To get to the Cotral Bus follow the “Regional Bus Station” signs at the airport. You can buy a bus ticket from the newsstand or small markets. You can also pay once you get on the bus, but it can cost more.

Airport Shuttles

There are many bus (airport shuttle) lines to get from the airport to Rome’s most famous station, Termini Train Station, which is located in the city center. After arriving at Termini Train Station by using these buses, you can take a train to different cities in Italy or transfer to the inner city metro. You can also access the inner-city buses from this main station.

These “Terravision” buses depart every 30 minutes from the bus stop in front of Terminal 3. These buses only stop once, in Marsala, before going directly to the Termini Station; the bus ride takes about 55 minutes. You can book a ticket online for this bus service, which operates every day of the week between 5:35 am and 11 pm. You can buy your bus ticket online in advance or when you get there, on the bus. Those who purchased their tickets in advance online are given priority when boarding the bus. Price-wise these buses are relatively cheap and there are no baggage restrictions. However, because it is one of the most preferred services it is sometimes difficult to get a seat. When it is busy you run the risk on not getting a seat and having to wait for the next bus. Therefore we strongly suggest booking your ticket in advance.

Another service that goes from the airport to the Termini Station is the “SIT Bus Shuttle”. These buses depart every 30 minutes every day of the week. These buses go directly to the Termini Station, without any extra stops. The bus ride from the airport to the station is approximately 1 hour.

This bus company has another line, the Vatican, which departs in front of the arrivals hall at Terminal 3. You can buy your ticket on the bus or in advance online.

These buses that provide transportation between the airport and Termini Station and the Vatican operate between 8:30 am and 12:30 am. These buses aren’t as busy as the Terravision buses. Another bus company that provides transportation to Termini Station, which departs in front of Terminal 3, is “T.A.M. Srl.”. This bus operates every day of the week between 5:20 am and 1 am. This bus departs approximately every 40 minutes and the journey takes 45 minutes on average. However, you cannot buy tickets online for this bus. You can buy your ticket once you’re on the bus.

You can also use the Atral Lazio bus company services to get from the airport to the Termini Station. These buses depart from the same area and provide likewise services. There is another line that provides transportation from the airport to the Ostiense Station.  

Train

The fastest way to get from the airport to the city center is by using the Leonardo Express trains. These trains depart about every 30 minutes and go directly to the Termini Station, without stopping at any stops. From there you can get to almost any part of the city by transferring to the metro, getting on a different train line, or getting on a bus. The train fare is more expensive than the bus. Children under the age of 4 or children between the ages of 4 and 12 traveling with an adult ride for free. You can purchase a train ticket at the airport from self-service kiosks, newspaper stands or small markets or in advance online. While it is not customary to show your ticket as your board the train, officials can do random checks and if you don’t have your ticket you receive a fine. So we recommend holding on to your ticket for the duration of the train ride. The Leonardo Express trains operate every day of the week between 6:23 am and 11:23 pm. Trains depart every 30 minutes but during peak hours trains depart every 15 minutes. The train station is located inside the airport. The station is quite close to both the arrivals and departures terminals and easy to find. Another Trenitalia line that departs from the airport is the “FL1 Regional” Train. This train departs from the airport and goes to Orte Station, stopping in some of Rome’s other major train stations, like Trastevere, Ostiense, Tuscolana and Tiburtina. These trains run every 15 minutes on weekdays, and every 30 minutes on weekends. However, they are a much slower option compared to the Leonardo Express trains. In addition, the high-speed Frecciargento trains take off from the airport twice a day. Using these trains you can get to other cities in Italy like Rome, Florence, Bologna, Venice, and Padua without having to transfer anywhere or get on any other vehicle.  

Taxi

You can find a taxi at every terminal exit at the airport. Official taxis in Rome are white with a visible taxi sign on them. There are other unlicensed cabs that operate in the city so we recommend paying attention to this detail. Airport taxis go to the city center or major train or metro stations for a fixed fare. This fixed fare is much more affordable than what the taximeter would calculate. If you want to turn on the meter you might face some resistance. This only applies to rides to the historic city limits and City of Rome taxis. If your hotel or destination is somewhere else then the taxi driver can use the taximeter. Taxis can take a maximum of 4 people. There is no extra fee for luggage; the fixed fare includes everything.

Rental Car

To rent a car at the airport you can visit one of the many rental car agencies located in the arrivals hall of the airport. Rental car companies that have offices in the airport include Auto Europa, Avis-Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Locauto Rent, Maggiore, Sixt and RENT4U. After you arrive at the airport’s arrivals hall you can follow the signs that direct you towards the rental car agencies. After completing the car rental process you will need to pick up your vehicle from level B or C in the parking lot.

If you’re planning on staying in Rome we think its unnecessary to rent a car because most places are accessible on foot and the city has an advanced public transportation system. Not to mention the fact that local traffic can be a little complicated. There are also high-speed trains that are available, which are faster ways to get to other places in Rome and other cities in Italy. But of course if you’re planning a road trip in and around Rome then renting a car is a convenient and flexible option.