How to Reach Otranto
Otranto is located in the south of Italy, in the Apulia region. You can reach Otranto either by plane, train, or car.
By Plane
The nearest airports to Otranto are: Brindisi (BDS, 96 km) and Bari (BRI, 216 km). From these airports, you can reach Otranto by shuttle bus (fastest and easiest). As an alternative, it is possible to take the train or the bus to Lecce, then the bus or the local train to Otranto.
Shuttle service from Brindisi Airport to Otranto
A shuttle bus from Brindisi Airport to Otranto can be reserved online at: https://www.airshuttle.it.
By Train
Otranto Railway Station, located close to the town center, can be reached from Lecce Railway Station (Ferrovie del Sud-Est). Lecce Railway Station is served by the Italian National Railways (Trenitalia).
Shuttle service from Lecce Railway Station to Otranto
A shuttle bus from Lecce Railway Station to Otranto can be reserved by calling the number of Crusi Viaggi: +39 0832 305522
By Car
Otranto can be reached by car from Lecce by taking Route SS16 (Lecce-Maglie-Otranto).
Climate
The average minimum and maximum temperature in June in Otranto are 18° C and 26° C, respectively.
Time Zone
Central European Summer time (GMT+2).
Electricity
Electricity is supplied at 220 Volts, 50 Hz AC. Please use an adapter plug and a voltage converter if you need 110/120 volt appliances.
Visa Requirements
Nationals from the EU and the following countries do not require VISA for visits of up to 90 days: Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, Dominica, El Salvador, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Guatemala, Grenada, Honduras, Hong Kong, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Macao, Mauritius, Mexico, Monaco, Montenegro, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Northern Marianas, Panama, Paraguay, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Samoa, Santa Lucia, Serbia, Seychelles, Singapore, South Korea, St, Vincent e Granadine, Taiwan, Timor Est, Trinidad e Tobago, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Uruguay, Vanatu, Venezuela. If your country is not listed, you will need to apply for a VISA in advance.
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