How to Get to Castro (Lecce) in Salento

Welcome to the guide on how to reach the splendid town of Castro, a pearl of Salento located in the province of Lecce. Discover the various means of transportation to easily arrive in Castro and begin your adventure in the heart of Puglia.

By Car

For those who prefer to travel by car, Castro is well connected through the road network:

From Lecce: Take the SS16 south towards Maglie. From Maglie, follow the signs to Castro on the SP363 and then on the SP84. The journey takes about 45 minutes.
From Brindisi: Follow the SS613 towards Lecce, then the SS16 as above. The journey takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
From Bari: Take the SS16 south passing through Brindisi and Lecce. Continue as above. The journey takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes.

By Train

Castro does not have its own railway station, but it is easily accessible from major Italian cities through the Lecce station, well-served by regional and long-distance trains:

From Rome: Take a Frecciargento or Frecciabianca train to Lecce. The journey takes about 5 hours.
From Milan: Frecciarossa and Italo trains connect Milan to Lecce in about 9 hours.
From Naples: Take a Frecciargento train to Lecce, with a travel time of about 4 hours.

From Lecce station, you can reach Castro by bus or taxi.

By Bus

Several bus companies offer direct connections to Lecce from major Italian cities. Once in Lecce, the local transport company "STP Lecce" offers regular connections to Castro. Buses depart from the Lecce bus station and take about 1 hour and 15 minutes to arrive in Castro.

By Plane

The nearest airport is Salento Airport in Brindisi (BDS), located about 95 km from Castro. From there, you can rent a car, take a taxi, or use shuttle services to Lecce and continue by bus or train.

From Rome and Milan: Frequent direct flights connect Rome and Milan to Brindisi. The flight takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
From abroad: Brindisi is connected with direct flights from several European cities. Check available options with major airlines.

By Boat

For those arriving by sea, the nearest port is the Port of Brindisi, which offers connections to Greece and Albania. From there, continue by car, bus, or train to Lecce and then to Castro.

Useful Tips

Car Rental: If you prefer to explore Salento freely, consider renting a car at the airport or Lecce train station.
Taxi and Transfer: Taxi and private transfer services are available at Brindisi airport and Lecce station, offering a convenient and fast option to reach Castro.
GPS Navigator: Use a GPS navigator to easily find the best route by entering "Castro, Lecce" as the destination.

We hope this information helps you plan your trip to Castro. Have a great journey and enjoy your stay in our charming town!

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