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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.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rende to Taranto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rende to Taranto will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 3 buses from Rende to Taranto, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 155 km distance in an average of 4 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 7 h 52 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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Buses from Rende to Taranto run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 96 miles (155 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 96 miles (155 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Rende to Taranto.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 06:53PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 7h52 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 08:53PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 7h52 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €18 |
The table below shows live departures for Rende to Taranto buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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01 B | 10:10 AM Quattromiglia, Via Leonardo Da Vinci (Villa Giorcelli) | 3h10 | 1:20 PM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5654+ Intercity 561+ BUS LP986 | 8:53 PM Castiglione Cosentino station | 7h52 | 4:45 AM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
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01 · 03 | 4:50 AM Quattromiglia, Via Leonardo Da Vinci (Villa Giorcelli) | 3h00 | 7:50 AM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 1 transfer | |
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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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Most Rende to Taranto buses use the to Taranto, Porto Mercantile station pair, with some services arriving at Taranto, Terminal Cimino. Use this guide to compare Rende and Taranto bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Taranto, Porto Mercantile has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and food stalls available nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Taranto, Porto Mercantile. ATMs are aTM located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Taranto, Porto Mercantile.
Available at Taranto, Porto Mercantile: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Taranto, Porto Mercantile: Wheelchair accessible paths and facilities.
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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