- 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
$57
Average price
$101
Fastest journey
9 h 25 m
Average duration
10 h 21 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
497 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Perugia to Taranto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Perugia to Taranto will cost around $101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 12 buses that leave Perugia for Taranto on Sat, Jun 20, 2 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 497 km distance in an average of 10 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 25 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 10 h 50 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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Regionale Veloce 4725+
Intercity 707+
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106Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Perugia to Taranto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $42.
Distance: 308 miles (497 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $88 Average price | $176 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 55m Average total duration 10h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 51m Average total duration Fastest 8h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Perugia to Taranto:
A bus is $54 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Perugia to Taranto costing on average $88 (€72).
Other travel options to Taranto take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 25m.
You'll arrive about {timeSavings} sooner ({durationInMinutes} by bus vs {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car) and save roughly {savingsAmount} compared to fuel and tolls ({cheapestPrice} vs {drivingPriceInCents}). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 11:49PM | Duration 12h29 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator interbus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 11:48AM | Arrival Time 11:49PM | Duration 12h01 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
The table below shows live departures for Perugia 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 |
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![]() | 10:15 AM Perugia | 10h15 | 8:30 PM Taranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:15 AM Perugia | 10h15 | 9:30 PM Taranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 PM Perugia | 11h00 | 4:10 AM Taranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 AM Perugia, Piazza Partigiani | 13h35 | 3:35 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 AM Perugia, Via Cortonese (Fontivegge) | 13h25 | 3:35 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 1 transfer | |
3825 · 1109 | 6:30 AM Perugia, Via Cortonese (Fontivegge) | 11h10 | 5:40 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 AM Perugia, Piazza Partigiani | 12h50 | 7:50 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Perugia to Taranto run on average 10 times per day, taking around 10h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:51. The fastest bus covers the 308 miles (497 km) distance in 10h 15m.
Distance 308 miles (497 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 15m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:51 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 Perugia 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 Perugia to Taranto buses use the Perugia, Piazza Partigiani to Taranto, Terminal Cimino station pair, with some services arriving at Massafra, Viale Magna Grecia (Stazione di Servizio Eni). Use this guide to compare Perugia and Taranto bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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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