Driving from Messina to Bari
Bari lies 344 km (214 mi) north of Messina, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 5 h 15 min without stops, over roughly 420 km (261 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Messina | Bari | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Italy |
| Population | 219,948 | 316,491 |
| Elevation | 29 m (95 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) |
| Postal codes | 98100–98168 | 70100–70132 |
Where to book car hire from Messina to Bari
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Staying in Bari
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Common questions
How far is Bari from Messina?
344 km (214 mi) in a straight line, north of Messina; by road roughly 420 km (261 mi).
How long does it take to get from Messina to Bari by car?
About 5 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Messina and Bari?
No, both are on Europe/Rome at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.