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MArTA - Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Taranto
Taranto's main archaeological museum, famed for Magna Graecia finds, gold jewels, sculpture, and artifacts that explain the city's ancient power.
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
2 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Gravina in Puglia to Taranto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gravina in Puglia to Taranto will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 2 buses that leave Gravina in Puglia for Taranto on Thu, Aug 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 78 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 52 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 2 h 7 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.




Buses from Gravina in Puglia to Taranto run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:00, the last at 22:15. The fastest bus covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 52m |
First bus 4:00 AM |
Last bus 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 06:38AM | Arrival Time 10:01AM | Duration 3h23 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 03:48PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h52 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:21PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 04:48PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h52 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:36PM | Arrival Time 08:12PM | Duration 2h36 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 06:36PM | Arrival Time 10:37PM | Duration 4h01 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €10 |
The table below shows live departures for Gravina in Puglia to Taranto buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:48 PM Gravina in Puglia | 1h52 | 5:40 PM Taranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:48 PM Gravina in Puglia | 2h07 | 6:55 PM Taranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:36 PM Gravina in Puglia | 2h36 | 8:12 PM Taranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Taranto's main archaeological museum, famed for Magna Graecia finds, gold jewels, sculpture, and artifacts that explain the city's ancient power.
Museum in Palazzo Pantaleo presenting local ethnography, traditions, crafts, and social history. A strong complement to archaeological visits in Taranto.
Diocesan museum preserving sacred art, manuscripts, silverwork, and objects linked to Taranto's cathedral and archdiocesan heritage.
Seafront promenade lined with palm trees and public buildings. Ideal for sunsets, civic architecture, and understanding Taranto's relationship with the sea.
Taranto's old island district, packed with alleys, churches, viewpoints, and daily life. Essential for experiencing the city's deepest historical layers.
Canal-side viewpoint area where visitors can watch the swing bridge and boats pass between the Mar Grande and Mar Piccolo waters.
Raw or lightly marinated Taranto mussels, prized for the Mar Piccolo's brackish waters and long local mussel farming tradition.
Small octopus simmered in tomato, often with olives or capers. A classic coastal home-style dish tied to Taranto's fishing culture.
Baked mussels stuffed with breadcrumbs, cheese, parsley, and garlic. A beloved Apulian family recipe common in Taranto.
Refined seafood-focused Michelin-starred dining with elegant plating and strong ties to Pugliese ingredients.
Well-known harbor-area restaurant celebrated for local fish, shellfish, and traditional Taranto seafood dishes.
Popular traditional venue for Apulian seafood and classic regional recipes in a relaxed, established setting.
Generally cheaper than Rome or Milan. Hotels, dining, and local transit are usually moderate, with good value seafood and lower tourist-area prices.
Service is often included or not expected. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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