How to reach Bari airport by train from the central station
Many tourists arrive at Bari Centrale and wait for the train to the airport on the platforms of the State Railways. The train does not depart from there. Here’s where to go.
The idea to write this article came from watching a scene that often happens at Bari Centrale.
You often see tourists with suitcases waiting for the airport train on the regular State Railways tracks. They look at the departure boards, check times on their phones, and after a few minutes, they start asking for information.
The problem is, the airport train doesn't leave from there.
If you need to reach Karol Wojtyła Airport from Bari Centrale, the most important thing to know is to follow the signs for Ferrotramviaria.
As you go down the underpass, you'll find a corridor leading directly to the Ferrotramviaria train area. That's where airport connections start.
Many travelers arrive in Bari by Frecciarossa, Intercity, or regional trains. They often assume the airport train leaves from the same tracks. It's probably the most common mistake for first-time visitors.
Once you reach the Ferrotramviaria area, the rest is pretty simple. The connections are direct, and the trip takes about twenty minutes.
At the time of our check, the ticket costs 5.30 euros. You can buy it on the Ferrotramviaria website or at many authorized tobacconists.
The journey is short and goes through the city's northern outskirts before reaching the airport. After about twenty minutes, you arrive at the Karol Wojtyła Airport station, directly connected to the terminal. No shuttle buses or further changes are needed.
For first-time visitors to Bari, the most helpful tip is to remember that the airport train doesn't leave from the regular State Railways tracks. If you see signs for Ferrotramviaria in the underpass, you're heading the right way.
