- Must visit
MArTA - National Archaeological Museum of Taranto
The city’s flagship museum, famous for Magna Graecia finds, gold collections, and artifacts that explain Taranto’s ancient importance in Southern Italy.
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 12 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bari to Taranto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari to Taranto will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 19 buses that leave Bari for Taranto on Sat, Jun 20, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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01 - 11ROmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bari to Taranto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $2, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$6 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bari to Taranto:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bari to Taranto costing on average $15 (€12).
Other travel options to Taranto take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 24m.
Tickets start at around $6 (€5) compared to roughly $24 (€20) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $18 (€15). The journey takes 1h 24m versus 1h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Itabus, Intersaj, Cotrap, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Ferrovie del Sud Est e Servizi Automobilistici S.r.l..
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:21AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 1h39 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Cotrap | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 09:34AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 01:34PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Cotrap | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 04:04PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 04:31PM | Arrival Time 06:11PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:06PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h24 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:18AM | Duration 1h18 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Bari to Taranto buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus FS Sud Est 11025 | 7:00 AM Bari, Viale Unità d'Italia / Largo Ignazio Ciaia | 1h20 | 8:20 AM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 11027 | 7:00 AM Bari, L.go Ciaia | 2h00 | 9:00 AM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1h20 | 8:50 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 11031 | 8:00 AM Bari, Viale Unità d'Italia / Largo Ignazio Ciaia | 1h25 | 9:25 AM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1h30 | 9:35 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 transfersDirect | |
4403 | 8:55 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1h25 | 10:20 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1h15 | 10:25 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 transfersDirect | |
01 - 11R | 9:15 AM Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 1h15 | 10:30 AM Taranto, Piazza della Libertà | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 11035 | 10:00 AM Bari, Viale Unità d'Italia / Largo Ignazio Ciaia | 1h30 | 11:30 AM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 11039 | 11:15 AM Bari, L.go Ciaia | 2h00 | 1:15 PM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 11049 | 12:00 PM Bari, Viale Unità d'Italia / Largo Ignazio Ciaia | 1h20 | 1:20 PM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
2421 | 12:05 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1h20 | 1:25 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 11055 | 12:30 PM Bari, L.go Ciaia | 1h30 | 2:00 PM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 11067 | 1:00 PM Bari, Viale Unità d'Italia / Largo Ignazio Ciaia | 1h20 | 2:20 PM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 11075 · Autobus FS Sud Est 11073 | 1:15 PM Bari, L.go Ciaia | 2h00 | 3:15 PM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 1 transfer | |
01 | 1:30 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1h10 | 2:40 PM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
01 | 1:34 PM Bari, Viale Quinto Ennio (Policlinico) | 1h06 | 2:40 PM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 6h25 | 8:25 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 11091 | 2:10 PM Bari, Viale Unità d'Italia / Largo Ignazio Ciaia | 1h30 | 3:40 PM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:20 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1h15 | 3:35 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 11105 | 2:25 PM Bari, L.go Ciaia | 2h00 | 4:25 PM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
01 - 12R | 2:40 PM Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 1h15 | 3:55 PM Taranto, Piazza della Libertà | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 11109 | 3:00 PM Bari, Viale Unità d'Italia / Largo Ignazio Ciaia | 1h30 | 4:30 PM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 11111 | 4:00 PM Bari, Viale Unità d'Italia / Largo Ignazio Ciaia | 1h30 | 5:30 PM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
1109 | 4:15 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1h25 | 5:40 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 transfersDirect | |
BUS L703C | 4:31 PM Bari Centrale | 1h40 | 6:11 PM Taranto station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 11119 | 5:00 PM Bari, Viale Unità d'Italia / Largo Ignazio Ciaia | 1h30 | 6:30 PM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 11121 | 5:15 PM Bari, L.go Ciaia | 1h30 | 6:45 PM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 11127 | 6:00 PM Bari, Viale Unità d'Italia / Largo Ignazio Ciaia | 1h30 | 7:30 PM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1h20 | 7:50 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 11137 | 7:00 PM Bari, Viale Unità d'Italia / Largo Ignazio Ciaia | 1h30 | 8:30 PM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 11143 | 8:00 PM Bari, Viale Unità d'Italia / Largo Ignazio Ciaia | 1h30 | 9:30 PM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 11147 | 9:00 PM Bari, Viale Unità d'Italia / Largo Ignazio Ciaia | 1h20 | 10:20 PM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
1125 | 9:06 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1h24 | 10:30 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 transfersDirect | |
BUS LP981 | 11:00 PM Bari Centrale | 1h18 | 12:18 AM Taranto station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1101 | 4:21 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1h39 | 6:00 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1h20 | 8:10 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bari to Taranto run on average 34 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $2 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 33 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:58, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $2 (€2) |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 33 |
Fastest bus 1h 18m |
First bus 3:58 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Taranto — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Taranto trip today.
The city’s flagship museum, famous for Magna Graecia finds, gold collections, and artifacts that explain Taranto’s ancient importance in Southern Italy.
An underground archaeological site in the old city linked to ancient Spartan Taras, valued for its immersive look into early settlement layers below modern Taranto.
Although primarily a landmark, the internal exhibition route functions like a small interpretive museum about the fortress and Taranto’s military history.
The atmospheric old town on the island between two seas, full of narrow lanes, historic facades, and some of the city’s most photogenic corners.
The main waterfront promenade, ideal for strolling, sea views, and classic photos of bridges, naval buildings, and the Mar Grande.
A central square by the castle and bridge, often the starting point for sightseeing and one of the most recognizable urban spaces in Taranto.
Taranto's signature mussel dish, cooked in tomato, garlic, parsley, and chili. It reflects the city's long tradition of mussel farming in the Mar Piccolo.
A simple local favorite of mussels steamed with black pepper and lemon. It highlights the quality of Taranto's famous shellfish.
A classic Apulian baked dish with rice, potatoes, and mussels, often linked with the Ionian coast. Rich, rustic, and deeply traditional.
Historic and well-known pizzeria in Taranto, appreciated for classic pizzas and a long-standing casual local atmosphere.
Established seafood restaurant known for local fish dishes and traditional Apulian coastal cooking in a relaxed setting.
Recognized Taranto restaurant serving seafood and regional specialties, with a classic, welcoming dining room.
Generally cheaper than Rome or Milan. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels vary by season and location.
Service is often included or modest. Tipping is not required, but leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes or 5-10% in restaurants for good service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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Taranto Terminal Cimino -> Taranto Stazione Centrale
The buses to Taranto, with destination Piazza della Libertà or Porto Mercantile, depart from several bus stations in Bari: Airport, Policlino and Via Capruzzi. The daily services available are about 8, with a first departure around 06:20 in the morning and the last evening trip scheduled by Marozzi around 22:10. But those who decide to travel on Saturdays have at least ten options.
The bus lines that cover the route from Bari to Taranto are Intersaj, Marozzi and Cotrap. The last one guarantees the connection between the Bari airport Karol Wojtyla and Piazza della Libertà in Taranto; the other two make departures from the stations of via Capruzzi and Policlinico with arrivals also at the bus station of Porto Mercantile.
The duration of the bus journey Bari Taranto goes from the 53 minutes taken by Intersaj to reach Taranto starting from the Policlinico stop, to about 1 hour and 20 minutes needed in Marozzi to get from Via Capruzzi to Porto Mercantile. None of the companies makes intermediate stops. Those who opt for an economic solution proposed by Cotrap Autolinee, must bill a trip of about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Each week there are almost 60 buses that leave the Bari bus stations to Taranto. Usually there are at least 4 departures in the morning, 3 mid-day trips, 2 buses in the late afternoon and one last evening trip. Intersaj is the most active company on the route with about 6 daily trips.
Bari Bus Station: the buses leaving Bari depart mostly from the airport and via Capruzzi, connected by bus lines 12 and 16. Even the airport can be reached from the central station on board the bus line N. 16, otherwise you can get there by train or shuttle bus.
Taranto bus station: upon arrival at the bus station of Taranto Porto Mercantile you move by bus, lines 16, 20, 25 and 28. Those who get off at Piazza della Libertà can also take lines 8, 21 and 27. Near the bus terminal there is a B & B for those who want to stay for the night.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari to Taranto by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Taranto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bari to Taranto buses use the Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła to Taranto, Terminal Cimino station pair, with some services arriving at Taranto, Piazza della Libertà. Use this guide to compare Bari and Taranto bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła is 7 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals area.
Ticket office support is available at Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła.
Available at Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła: Elevators, ramps.
Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (fronte DEA Cafe) is 1 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (fronte DEA Cafe) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Available at Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (fronte DEA Cafe): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (fronte DEA Cafe): Ramps.
Taranto, Terminal Cimino is 6 km from Taranto city centre. Public transport options include:
Taranto, Terminal Cimino has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Caffè Terminal (in the station), Ristorante Pizzeria Cimino (0.2 km), Trattoria Al Gambero (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Taranto, Terminal Cimino.
Available at Taranto, Terminal Cimino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Taranto, Terminal Cimino: Elevators, ramps.
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