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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 Villa San Giovanni to Taranto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villa San Giovanni to Taranto will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 2 buses from Villa San Giovanni to Taranto, including 2 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 285 km distance in an average of 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest buses will take 6 h 5 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 Villa San Giovanni to Taranto run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 but you can travel from only $4 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 177 miles (285 km) distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 177 miles (285 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:56 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Villa San Giovanni to Taranto.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
The table below shows live departures for Villa San Giovanni to Taranto buses for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus | 11:05 AM Villa San Giovanni, Stazione F.S. | 6h05 | 5:10 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 transfersDirect | |
BUS LP986 | 11:20 PM Villa San Giovanni station | 5h25 | 4:45 AM Taranto station | 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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Most Villa San Giovanni to Taranto buses use the Villa San Giovanni, Stazione F.S. to Taranto, Terminal Cimino station pair. Use this guide to compare Villa San Giovanni 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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