Bari Airport Transport

All the information featured on this page was compiled and written by David Enrich, a renowned expert in aviation and airport guides, since 1999.

Planning your journey to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport? Whether you’re arriving by bus, train, taxi or rental car, the airport is easily accessible and well connected to the city and surrounding areas. In this section, you’ll find all the essential transport options, parking details, and helpful tips to make your arrival and departure as smooth as possible.

Public Transport (buses, trains)

Bus (Urban Shuttle – Bus No. 16)
Departs from just outside arrivals and goes directly to Bari Centrale railway station (~50 min journey, around €1.20 one-way / €2.50 day ticket) (ai-sf.it ).

Tickets can be bought onboard (cash) or via SMS/mobile; ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

Train (FM2/FR2 regional line)
Connects the airport to Bari Centrale in ~16–17 minutes, with a tunnel linking arrivals area to the station (ai-sf.it, ferrotramviaria.it).
A one-way ticket costs about €5, services run hourly (rome2rio.com).

Choose the train for faster, more comfortable travel, especially during peak road hours.

Taxis & Ride‑Hailing

Taxis
Available 24/7 from the rank just outside the terminal. A typical ride to Bari city center takes ~25 minutes and costs around €23 plus possible extra charges .

Always ensure the taxi meter is running; some drivers may quote a flat rate—confirm before boarding.

Ride‑Hailing
Services like Uber Rent are available for car rentals (not ride-sharing). Uber doesn’t operate typical UberX here, but taxi-hailing apps and private transfers may be available via local providers.

Pre-book private transfers for early-morning flights to avoid delays and locked gates.

Car Rental

Rental providers
Major companies (Avis, Budget, Hertz, Locauto, Drivalia, Noleggiare, Sicily by Car) operate on-site with offices near the terminal. No shuttle buses needed—parking is within walking distance

Booking & conditions
Daily rates start from ~~€45/day (~~€314/week) for economy cars with Uber Rent, varying by season and insurance
Fuel policy, additional driver options, and insurance packages depend on the provider.

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Inspect the car for damage, check fuel level, and photograph any pre-existing dents to avoid charges later.

Parking (maps, prices, reservations)

On-site parking lots
Bari Airport offers ~2,200 parking spaces across zones: drop-off, P1 short-term, PM (multi-storey), P2 medium-term, and P3 long-term.

Rates & services

Drop-off (Viabilità Esterna): free for a short stay.
P1 (short-term): suitable for quick visits.
PM: ~€5.60/day, 750 spaces, including disabled spots, close to terminal, free shuttle.
P2/P3: cheaper, P3 is long-term, a bit farther, some offer shuttle or walkable access.
Private third-party parkings (like P3A) offer ~~€7.50/day (~~€45/week).

Reservations
Booking online is recommended for secure spots; official airport parking starts from €2.40/day (~£1.99).

City ZTL zones
When parking in Bari city, note blue zones are paid, yellow for disabled, white free. ZTL active 12:00–00:00 in historic center—hotels may register your plate to avoid fines

Use multi-storey PM for short trips; choose P3/private options for long stays—booking saves time and secures coverage.

Airport Map

The official airport map from Aeroporti di Puglia shows terminal layout, car rental, parking, rental bike areas, shops, banks, and transport links (bari.airports.aeroportidipuglia.it).

Include an interactive map with icons for bus stops, train station access via tunnel, taxi ranks, parking zones, rental car offices, and drop-off points.

Summary Table & Tips

Service	Key Info	Tip
Bus Line 16	€1.20–2.50, ~50 min	Buy tickets via SMS/app.
FM2/FR2 Train	€5, 17 min, hourly	Preferable on busy days.
Taxi	€23, 25 min	Check meter, confirm fare.
Car Rental	€45/day, on-site offices	Photograph car, check fuel.
Parking	PM €5.60/day, reserve online	Longer stay = P3/private.
Airport Map	Shows all facilities	Interactive version helps navigation.