The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence to Taranto
Cheapest price
€58
Average price
€77
Fastest journey
7 h 21 m
Average duration
10 h 14 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
614 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Taranto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Taranto will cost around €77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €58.
Of the 5 trains that leave Florence for Taranto on Sun, Dec 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct trains cover the 614 km distance in an average of 10 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 21 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest trains will take 12 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Florence to Taranto
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Florence to Taranto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 381 miles (614 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€70 Average price | €41 Average price Cheapest | €136 Average price |
8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 50m Average total duration 10h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Florence to Taranto train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Taranto trains for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8502 · FRECCIAROSSA 8803+ Regionale 19849 | 7:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 9h14 | 4:50 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ Intercity 605 | 7:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 9h32 | 5:27 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 1523+ Regionale 4297 | 9:15 AM Florence Rifredi | 10h34 | 7:49 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506 · FRECCIAROSSA 9805+ Regionale 19851 | 9:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h33 | 6:09 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508 · FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 10:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h10 | 6:46 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9413+ Regionale 4297 | 11:48 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h01 | 7:49 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
9931 · 2729 | 12:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h52 | 8:35 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Intercity 707 | 1:48 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h12 | 9:00 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 4:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h28 | 10:42 PM Taranto station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4087 · Regionale Veloce 4516+ InterCityNotte 765 | 7:22 PM Florence Campo di Marte | 11h58 | 7:20 AM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
TUSCANY LINE 18486 · Autobus TTPER B0448+ InterCityNotte 765 | 7:38 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 11h42 | 7:20 AM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9592+ InterCityNotte 765 | 8:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 10h25 | 7:20 AM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, December 7 | |||||
![]() | 2:32 AM Florence | 12h50 | 3:22 PM Taranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence to Taranto
Trains from Florence to Taranto run on average 14 times per day, taking around 8h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 381 miles (614 km) distance in 6h 28m.
Distance 381 miles (614 km) |
Average train duration 8h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 28m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:10 |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciargento, Regionale, Italo from Florence to Taranto trainsFrecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciargento, Regionale, Italo trains will get you between Florence and Taranto from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Florence to Taranto
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Taranto by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Taranto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Florence to Taranto
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via dello Steccuto.
- Trattoria Fratelli Briganti
- Osteria di Poneta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Corolle
- Hotel Dalmazia
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-9 for intercity and high-speed trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours.
- Ristorante Al Gambero
- Trattoria del Pescatore
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Plaza Taranto
- Mercure Delfino Taranto
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to various Italian destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
- Ramps.
- Bus: Several lines available
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