I'll be coming from Patras and need to get to Paestum. Trains from either Bari or Brindisi are at least 6 hrs. It's no more than 100 miles as-the-crow-flies, so that seems kind of long. Might I be better renting a car or taking a bus, or is that time just indicative of the general condition of transportation routes in the area? Time takes precedence over budget for this leg of my trip. Thanks!
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WPB, FL & Firenze
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The trains lines from Bari run through Naples, which makes the train trip longer. Sita bus company does run Bari-Salerno buses, but they take 4.0-4.5 hours, you're subject to a limited schedule and you'd still need to get from Salerno to Paestum. Car looks like your best bet. BTW - Michelin website says 144 miles and estimates 3.5 hours of driving time.