Getting to Gargano National Park
Gargano National Park sits in Apulia, Italy, with Manfredonia the nearest town of any size — about 13.5 km (8.4 mi) out, or roughly 23 min of driving.
Drive times from Gargano National Park
Gargano National Park sits close enough to Alta Murgia National Park, Appennino Lucano – Val d'Agri – Lagonegrese National Park, Majella National Park, and Mljet National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Alta Murgia National Park | 95 km (59 mi) | 1 hr 51 min |
| Appennino Lucano – Val d'Agri – Lagonegrese National Park | 156 km (96.9 mi) | 2 hr 45 min |
| Majella National Park | 160 km (99.1 mi) | 2 hr 48 min |
| Mljet National Park | 164 km (102 mi) | 2 hr 51 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Manfredonia | 13.5 km (8.4 mi) | 23 min |
| Vico del Gargano | 16.3 km (10.1 mi) | 27 min |
| San Giovanni Rotondo | 19.1 km (11.9 mi) | 32 min |
| Vieste | 23.5 km (14.6 mi) | 37 min |
| Foggia | 46.3 km (28.8 mi) | 1 hr 2 min |
| San Severo | 47.7 km (29.7 mi) | 1 hr 3 min |
| Cerignola | 54.1 km (33.6 mi) | 1 hr 10 min |
| Isole Tremiti | 55.3 km (34.4 mi) | 1 hr 11 min |
How to read these numbers
Distances are straight-line between the town and the park centre. Drive estimates add a road factor and an average speed, which is close enough for planning but wrong wherever mountains, ferries, or seasonal closures are involved.
Inside a large park, getting from the entrance to the part you came to see can add another hour or more.
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Common questions
What is the closest town to Gargano National Park?
Manfredonia, about 13.5 km (8.4 mi) away — roughly 23 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Gargano National Park?
The practical bases are Manfredonia, Vico del Gargano, and San Giovanni Rotondo — all within a reasonable drive of the park.