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Frantoio Ipogeo
Underground oil mill carved into the old town, illustrating the olive-oil economy that shaped Gallipoli's wealth and trade.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$11
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$13
Fastest journey on Sep 15
3 h 11 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
4 h 23 m
Buses on Sep 15
7
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Taranto to Gallipoli is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taranto to Gallipoli will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
It's difficult to get from Taranto to Gallipoli without transferring at least once.
Autobus FS Sud Est 35049 · Autobus FS Sud Est 71037
Autobus FS Sud Est 35113 · Autobus FS Sud Est 71027
Autobus FS Sud Est 35049 · Autobus FS Sud Est 71011
Autobus FS Sud Est 71037 · Autobus FS Sud Est 35049
Autobus FS Sud Est 71027 · Autobus FS Sud Est 35113
Intercity 605+
Autobus FS Sud Est 748B
Autobus FS Sud Est 35113 · Autobus FS Sud Est 71027
Autobus FS Sud Est 71027 · Autobus FS Sud Est 35113
Regionale 19983+
Autobus FS Sud Est 779B · Autobus FS Sud Est 717B
Autobus FS Sud Est 35049 · Autobus FS Sud Est 71037Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Taranto to Gallipoli among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $17 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, while a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 49 miles (79 km)
Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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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 Taranto to Gallipoli:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Taranto to Gallipoli costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Gallipoli take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 23m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 03:54PM | Arrival Time 07:41PM | Duration 3h47 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 04:52PM | Arrival Time 09:41PM | Duration 4h49 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:41PM | Duration 3h11 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
The table below shows live departures for Taranto to Gallipoli buses for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 19983+ Autobus FS Sud Est 717B · Autobus FS Sud Est 779B | 4:52 PM Taranto station | 4h49 | 9:41 PM Gallipoli station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 605+ Autobus FS Sud Est 748B | 6:30 PM Taranto station | 3h11 | 9:41 PM Gallipoli station | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
Autobus FS Sud Est 35049 · Autobus FS Sud Est 71037 | 8:20 AM Taranto, Amat | 4h55 | 1:15 PM Gallipoli | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 35049 · Autobus FS Sud Est 71037 | 8:20 AM Taranto, Amat | 4h55 | 1:15 PM Gallipoli | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 35049 · Autobus FS Sud Est 71011 | 8:20 AM Taranto, Amat | 6h05 | 2:25 PM Gallipoli | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 35113 · Autobus FS Sud Est 71027 | 4:10 PM Taranto, Amat | 4h30 | 8:40 PM Gallipoli | 1 transfer | |
Autobus FS Sud Est 35113 · Autobus FS Sud Est 71027 | 4:10 PM Taranto, Amat | 4h30 | 8:40 PM Gallipoli | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Taranto to Gallipoli run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:47, the last at 19:20. The fastest bus covers the 49 miles (79 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 49 miles (79 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 4:47 AM |
Last bus 7:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Gallipoli — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gallipoli trip today.
Underground oil mill carved into the old town, illustrating the olive-oil economy that shaped Gallipoli's wealth and trade.
Civic museum preserving archaeological finds, paintings, and local history collections that introduce Gallipoli and the wider Salento area.
Castle exhibition route with historical displays and cultural installations inside one of the city's most important fortifications.
The island-like historic center is Gallipoli's essential walking area, packed with churches, sea views, courtyards, and everyday local life.
Main seaside promenade ideal for walks, sunsets, and views toward the old town walls and fishing harbor.
Scenic waterfront path circling the old town, popular for sea breezes, bastion views, and photography at golden hour.
Sea urchin roe served raw on bread or with pasta. A prized Salento coastal specialty, especially loved in season for its intense iodine-rich flavor.
Mixed fried small fish and seafood, usually shrimp, squid, and local catch. A classic Gallipoli harbor dish, best eaten very fresh.
Rustic bread topped with tomato, onion, capers, olives, and anchovies. A simple Salento staple reflecting local pantry ingredients and seaside flavors.
Elegant seafood fine dining in Gallipoli’s old town, known for refined tasting menus, fresh local catch, and a polished historic setting.
Well-regarded restaurant focused on fresh fish and Salento dishes, with a stylish yet relaxed atmosphere near the historic center.
Casual seafood spot popular for fritti, grilled fish, and simple local recipes. Good choice for an unfussy meal with maritime character.
Moderate for coastal Italy: summer stays rise, but dining and local transport are reasonable versus major tourist cities.
Service is often included or minimal. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; taxis can be rounded up, and small cafe tips are optional.
Official public transport app
Gallipoli, Piazza Cimitero -> Gallipoli, Centro Storico
On weekdays, you can find about 45 daily trains from Forli to Bologna, with at least two services available each hour. The route also provides approximately 38 services on Sundays and 44 Saturday rides, delivering roughly 307 operations weekly. Forli and Bologna are around 40 miles (64 km) apart, and you can complete the voyage by train in about 33 min to 3 h 57 min.
This route operates about 307 rides per week, meaning you can comfortably get a train from Forli to Bologna every hour. The first trains to Bologna from Forli have different departure times depending on your travel date. You can find earlier departures leaving daily at around 4.53 a.m., whereas later bookings set off at approximately 00.55 a.m. The final services start at about 10.36 p.m. each day, making planning weekend and holiday trips more comfortable.
The trains from Forli to Bologna can last from approximately 33 min to over 3 h, depending on the transfer requirements. This route incorporates voyages with a transfer, presenting the most extended overall durations, ranging from about 50 min to 3h 57 min. Other direct trains present efficient and convenient options that take between around 33 min and 1 h 06 min.
Departure train station: Forli is the departing station for a train from Forli to Bologna. It is approximately 1.1 miles (1.7 km) from the town’s center. You can reach it in around 7 min to 22 min using bus Lines 1A, 2, 3, 4, 11, 91, or 92. The station has several amenities in its neighborhood to enhance conveniences, such as supermarkets, stores, restaurants, bust stops, a bank, and a pharmacy.
Arrival train station: Forli to Bologna trains stop primarily at Bologna Centrale, with the last daily departure arriving at Bologna Corticella. Bologna Centrale and the city center are around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) apart. Boarding shuttles Routes 36, 11, 21, 25, 27, A, or C enables you to link to central Bologna within 10min to 23 min. Bologna Centrale features a luggage storage office, an internet point, a pharmacy, fast_food eateries, cafés, and bars. You can find the restrooms on the station’s central underpass.
Trenitalia is Italy's most significant train provider and services the busiest and most popular routes. It is also the only provider for trains to Bologna from Forli, providing them via the moderate Regionale and Intercity models and the high_speed Freccia types.

Forli to Bologna trains provide night travel via the final ride that sets off at around 10.36 p.m. daily. It arrives in Bologna at about 12.09 a.m., with the voyage taking approximately 1 h 33 min. Besides this, most other evening trains operating this route from about 7.33 p.m. reach their destination between around 8.26 p.m. and 11.21 p.m.
Trenitalia runs the trains to Bologna from Forli, mostly using Regionale and Intercity models, offering moderate and semi_fast services. Nevertheless, the company also includes about seven high_speed operations via its Frecciargento and Frecciarossa train types. Trenitalia offers roughly 307 rides per week, including direct services and ones that need a transfer. The slower and non_direct trains can take between 50 min and just under 4 h to complete this trip. In contrast, non_stop rides last between about 33 min to slightly over an hour, making them perfect for business and emergency travelers.
Travel by rail offers a comfortable means of high_volume transport, enhancing various travelers' needs each day. It is also the greenest public transport, facilitating a voyage to a greener and cleaner future. Trains are resilient to climate change and offer an excellent service for years, meeting people’s current needs while preparing for future generations. Their longevity also extends to the environment since they are resilient to climate change and severe weather conditions.
Trenitalia offers second and first_class services onboard different train types. The Regionale and Intercity types have second_class coaches with armchair seating, bistro service, and a spacious storage area. Frecciargento and Frecciarossa offer the Standard, Premium, and Business classes free Wi_Fi and power plugs. Frecciarossa includes an additional Executive class for added comfort and convenience. Even though Trenitalia has a free baggage policy, it is best to carry two luggage pieces and one carry_on bag fitting on your lap. This policy means you can bring additional baggage pieces, Although their care and security is in your hands. Hence, following the general baggage allowance is convenient and more comfortable. Trenitalia allows you to voyage with your bicycle after disassembling it. You can fold it into a bag not exceeding 80×110×40cm and check it as a luggage item. In addition, you can take a small dog or cat on board using a small carrier measuring about 70×30×50cm. These dimensions ensure that you can place your carrier in the available onboard storage spaces. The company has a support and assistance team to contact before your scheduled departure when journeying with a disabled person.
Booking your ticket in advance is one of the ways you make your trip affordable when journeying from Forli to Bologna by train. Thus, it is generally advisable to be flexible with your travel schedule when having a free itinerary, allowing you to pick the ideal departure dates. You can also verify the operators' fare offers to find special and pocket_friendly deals such as children's and group discounts. Besides these, you can pick a train from Forli to Bologna with a transfer on the route. The non_direct rides typically offer lower ticket prices than their non_stop counterparts. You can also board the slower trains, enabling you to enjoy a pocket_friendly experience and more time sightseeing your route.
You can visit some of Bologna's most popular ice cream spots, such as Cremeria Funivia on Via Porrettana or Cremaira Cavour on Piazza Camillo Benso Conte di Cavour and ensure you can get your favorite flavors. Apart from these, you can dine on local and international cuisine at different Bologna restaurants to suit your palette. Trattoria Sabbia Di Mare and Il Cantuccio are spots where you can enjoy some seafood with your companions. Bologna also provides historical sites such as the San Petrino church from the 14th century. It has a small museum at the back displaying the intended designs for the unfinished façade. You can go to the Leaning Towers, one of the remaining 20 towers that featured the city’s 12_century skyline. A tour around the Museo Civico Archeologico lets you view remarkable exhibits of prehistoric and Etruscan discoveries from the neighborhood. You can also find displays from the Greek, Roman, Celtic, Egyptian civilizations. Top activities to undertake with your family in Bologna include:
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taranto to Gallipoli 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 Gallipoli, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Taranto to Gallipoli buses use the Taranto, Terminal Cimino to Gallipoli, Piazza Cimitero station pair. Use this guide to compare Taranto and Gallipoli 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.
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.
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