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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.

Tirana, giving a grasp of Ottoman culture to its visitors by the mosque and Turkish bath from the 17th century, is the capital of Albania. Tirana has a small surface area, and a low population ratio. Passengers wanting to visit Tirana use the transportation to the city from Tirana International Airport.

The transportation service provided by public transport in Tirana is very weak. As of 2013, the train line that runs along the coastline of the city has been closed. There is no public transport means except for the bus. Train services are only used for transportation to neighboring cities.

A tourist information office is located in the Rruga Ded Gjo Luli district, north of Skanderbeg Square, known as the city center of Tirana, to make it easier for visitors to use public transport within the city. We recommend that you visit this office. Office staff speaks English, telling you in detail what you need to do through the maps to make your transportation easier. If you do not want to use public transport, it would ease your trip to take a taxi or rent a car.  

Other than that, you can also explore the city center on foot. However, as there is often construction going on in the city square, your journey can be halved. In some parts of the city bicycle rental points are located. With the bike you can rent from here you can have a more enjoyable trip.

Options for public transport from Tirana International Airport to the city are quite limited. It will be much easier to get to your destination by renting a car or taking a taxi.

Bus

There are buses named Rinas Express which takes you to the Rruga Durres area, a few minutes' walk from Skanderbeg Square. After passing through the exit gates of the airport, you can follow the car park area and find the bus departure point behind the taxi stops. These buses operate between 6 am and 6 pm, with hourly intervals. Moreover, buses are the only means of public transport in the city. The times of departure change frequently, so it is worth checking before you take the bus. Apart from Rinas Express, there is no other bus departing from the airport. So if you are thinking of going to another part of the city, you have to use other bus lines passing through the city center.

Train

Train lines that no longer serve in urban transport are used only for intercity transport, although limited. Using these lines you can travel to Durres, Shkodra, Elbasan Vlore and Librazhd.

Taxi

It is possible to easily find a taxi from the taxi stop right outside the airport. In addition, there are two taxi stops serving the city transport: MerrTaxi, SpeedTaxi. For our passengers who want to use taxi, we recommend these two. Pirate taxis are often found in the city, but their fees may be higher than the normal taxis. You can come across those who do not use taximeters among these pirate taxis. We recommend you to be careful in this regard for a more comfortable transport.

Car Rental

Car rental is a less preferred alternative to taking a taxi. There are many vehicles in many parts of the city. It is therefore possible to have difficulty parking your vehicle. Also, the asphalt is not well laid out on the road. Driving can also be very challenging because traffic signs are not very well prepared.