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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
$62
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
12 h 25 m
Average duration
13 h
Buses per day
3
Distance
799 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brescia to Taranto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brescia to Taranto will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 3 buses that leave Brescia for Taranto on Fri, Jun 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 799 km distance in an average of 13 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 25 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 14 h 10 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.






Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brescia to Taranto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 496 miles (799 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$70 Average price Cheapest | $98 Average price | $100 Average price | $274 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 18m Average total duration 14h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 31m Average total duration 11h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Brescia to Taranto:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brescia to Taranto costing on average $98 (€80).
A bus is $30 (€25) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brescia to Taranto costing on average $100 (€82).
Other travel options to Taranto take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 1m.
Bus takes on average 14h 48m.
Tickets start at around $70 (€57) compared to roughly $274 (€224) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $204 (€167). The journey takes 14h 48m versus 10h 19m 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.
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 Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:49AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 24h11 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 06:42AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 23h18 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 06:49AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 23h11 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 07:49AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 22h11 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:49AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 21h11 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 19h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 01:49PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 23h36 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 02:49PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 22h36 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 03:49PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 21h36 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 04:39PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 20h46 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 04:49PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 20h36 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 05:39PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 19h46 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:49PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 19h36 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 06:39PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 18h46 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 06:49PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 18h36 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 07:49PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 17h36 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $104 |
The table below shows live departures for Brescia to Taranto buses for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:45 AM Brescia | 14h10 | 7:55 PM Taranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:35 PM Brescia | 12h25 | 7:00 AM Taranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:35 PM Brescia | 12h25 | 8:00 AM Taranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Brescia to Taranto run on average 7 times per day, taking around 14h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 496 miles (799 km) distance in 12h 25m.
Distance 496 miles (799 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€36) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 25m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:15 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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brescia 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 Brescia to Taranto buses use the Brescia, Autostazione to Taranto, Terminal Cimino station pair, with some services arriving at Massafra, Viale Magna Grecia (Stazione di Servizio Eni). Use this guide to compare Brescia and Taranto bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Brescia, Autostazione is 1 km from Brescia city centre. Public transport options include:
Brescia, Autostazione has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria al Vecchio Portico (0.5 km), Osteria La Grotta (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Brescia, Autostazione.
Available at Brescia, Autostazione: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brescia, Autostazione: Elevators, 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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