- 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
$8
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
3 h 6 m
Average duration
3 h 12 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Foggia to Taranto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Foggia to Taranto will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 10 buses that leave Foggia for Taranto on Sat, Jun 20, 6 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 179 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 6 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 3 h 19 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.
2205
4411
FlixBus
FlixBus
BUS L703C
FRECCIAROSSA 8803+
Autobus FS Sud Est 11111
FlixBus
FlixBus
Regionale 4309+
Autobus FS Sud Est 11031
2205Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Foggia to Taranto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 111 miles (179 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Foggia to Taranto:
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Foggia to Taranto costing on average $24 (€20).
Other travel options to Taranto take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 12m.
Tickets start at around $12 (€10) compared to roughly $62 (€50) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $49 (€40). The journey takes 3h 12m versus 2h 24m 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, BlaBlaCar.
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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 10:37AM | Duration 5h17 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:51AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h19 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 08:02AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h28 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 02:17PM | Duration 5h37 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 10:32AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h28 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 01:38PM | Arrival Time 06:11PM | Duration 4h33 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 02:24PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h06 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
The table below shows live departures for Foggia 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4411 | 9:05 PM Foggia, Piazzale On. Vincenzo Russo (Stazione di autobus) | 3h20 | 12:25 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
FlixBus | 5:00 AM Foggia, Piazzale On. Vincenzo Russo (Stazione di autobus) | 3h10 | 8:10 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus PZ603 · Autobus PZ729 | 5:20 AM Foggia station | 5h17 | 10:37 AM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4309+ Autobus FS Sud Est 11031 | 6:10 AM Incoronata | 3h15 | 9:25 AM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:15 AM Foggia, Piazzale On. Vincenzo Russo (Stazione di autobus) | 3h20 | 9:35 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 transfersDirect | |
2205 | 6:51 AM Foggia, Piazzale On. Vincenzo Russo (Stazione di autobus) | 3h19 | 10:10 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Foggia, Piazzale On. Vincenzo Russo (Stazione di autobus) | 3h10 | 10:25 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 transfersDirect | |
BUS L703C | 1:38 PM Foggia station | 4h33 | 6:11 PM Taranto station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8803+ Autobus FS Sud Est 11111 | 2:24 PM Foggia station | 3h06 | 5:30 PM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ625 · Autobus PZ727 | 6:40 PM Foggia station | 4h50 | 11:30 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Foggia to Taranto run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:58, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 111 miles (179 km) distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 111 miles (179 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 3:58 AM |
Last bus 11:50 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 Foggia 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.

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