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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.
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$95
Fastest journey
7 h 48 m
Average duration
8 h 2 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
694 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Modena to Taranto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Modena to Taranto will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 30 trains that leave Modena for Taranto on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 694 km distance in an average of 8 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 48 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 8 h 10 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.
Intercity 603+
Regionale Veloce 19837
Intercity 609+
Regionale 19849
Intercity 607+
Regionale Veloce 19845
Autobus TTPER B5614+
Intercity 607+
Regionale Veloce 19845
Autobus TTPER B5656+
Intercity 609+
Regionale 19849
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3917+
FRECCIAROSSA 8807
Intercity 597+
FRECCIAROSSA 9643 · FRECCIAROSSA 9547
FRECCIAROSSA 8803+
Regionale Veloce 19839
Regionale Veloce 3929+
FRECCIAROSSA 8815+
Regionale 19851
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467+
FRECCIAROSSA 9547Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Modena to Taranto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. 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 $25, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 431 miles (694 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$75 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $97 Average price | $235 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 39m Average total duration 9h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 15m Average total duration 10h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | 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 Modena to Taranto:
A bus is $36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Modena to Taranto costing on average $75.
A bus is $58 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Modena to Taranto costing on average $97.
Other travel options to Taranto take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 9m.
Bus takes on average 10h 45m.
Tickets start at around $75 compared to roughly $235 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $160. The journey takes 9h 9m versus 8h 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Modena to Taranto trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 607+ Regionale Veloce 19845 | 11:26 AM Modena station | 8h54 | 8:20 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3917+ FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 11:58 AM Modena station | 7h48 | 7:46 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3921+ FRECCIAROSSA 8809+ Regionale Veloce 19847 | 12:58 PM Modena station | 8h22 | 9:20 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5656+ Intercity 609+ Regionale 19849 | 1:04 PM Modena Piazza Manzoni | 9h38 | 10:42 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5656+ Intercity 609+ Regionale 19849 | 1:07 PM Modena Policlinico | 9h35 | 10:42 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 609+ Regionale 19849 | 1:26 PM Modena station | 9h16 | 10:42 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925+ FRECCIAROSSA 8811+ Regionale 19849 | 1:58 PM Modena station | 8h44 | 10:42 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5662 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 2:59 PM Modena Piazza Manzoni | 8h49 | 11:48 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5662 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 3:02 PM Modena Policlinico | 8h46 | 11:48 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 3:38 PM Modena station | 8h10 | 11:48 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 597+ FRECCIAROSSA 9643 · FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 3:48 PM Modena station | 8h00 | 11:48 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3929+ FRECCIAROSSA 8815+ Regionale 19851 | 3:58 PM Modena station | 8h12 | 12:10 AM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
Autobus TTPER B5610+ Intercity 603+ Regionale Veloce 19837 | 6:20 AM Modena Piazza Manzoni | 10h00 | 4:20 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5610+ Intercity 603+ Regionale Veloce 19837 | 6:25 AM Modena Policlinico | 9h55 | 4:20 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 603+ Regionale Veloce 19837 | 7:28 AM Modena station | 8h52 | 4:20 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus TTPER B5644+ FRECCIAROSSA 8803+ Regionale Veloce 19839 | 7:39 AM Modena Piazza Manzoni | 9h41 | 5:20 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5644+ FRECCIAROSSA 8803+ Regionale Veloce 19839 | 7:42 AM Modena Policlinico | 9h38 | 5:20 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907+ FRECCIAROSSA 8801+ Regionale Veloce 19837 | 7:58 AM Modena station | 8h22 | 4:20 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5648+ Intercity 605 | 8:59 AM Modena Piazza Manzoni | 9h28 | 6:27 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus TTPER B5648+ Intercity 605+ Regionale Veloce 19841 | 8:59 AM Modena Piazza Manzoni | 9h21 | 6:20 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5648+ Intercity 605+ Regionale Veloce 19841 | 9:02 AM Modena Policlinico | 9h18 | 6:20 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5648+ Intercity 605 | 9:02 AM Modena Policlinico | 9h25 | 6:27 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8803+ Regionale Veloce 19839 | 9:16 AM Modena station | 8h04 | 5:20 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 605 | 9:26 AM Modena station | 9h01 | 6:27 PM Taranto station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 605+ Regionale Veloce 19841 | 9:26 AM Modena station | 8h54 | 6:20 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915+ FRECCIAROSSA 9805+ Regionale Veloce 19843 | 10:58 AM Modena station | 8h22 | 7:20 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5614 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2459+ FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 11:01 AM Modena Piazza Manzoni | 8h45 | 7:46 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5614+ Intercity 607+ Regionale Veloce 19845 | 11:01 AM Modena Piazza Manzoni | 9h19 | 8:20 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5614+ Intercity 607+ Regionale Veloce 19845 | 11:06 AM Modena Policlinico | 9h14 | 8:20 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5614 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2459+ FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 11:06 AM Modena Policlinico | 8h40 | 7:46 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Modena to Taranto run on average 21 times per day, taking around 9h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 but you can travel from only $21 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 431 miles (694 km) distance in 8h 47m.
Distance 431 miles (694 km) |
Average train duration 9h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 47m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:41 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Taranto — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Taranto trip today.
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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Taranto Porto Mercantile -> Piazza Ebalia, Taranto
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Modena 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.

Most Modena to Taranto trains use the Modena to Stazione di Taranto station pair, with some services arriving at Taranto, Terminal Cimino. Use this guide to compare Modena and Taranto train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Modena has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante da Danilo, Osteria Francescana
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Modena. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Modena. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Modena: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Modena: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Modena: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Estense, Hotel Europa, Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel.
Modena, Piazza Manzoni is 1 km from Modena city centre. Public transport options include:
Modena, Piazza Manzoni has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante da Danilo, Osteria Francescana
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Modena, Piazza Manzoni. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Modena, Piazza Manzoni. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Modena, Piazza Manzoni: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Modena, Piazza Manzoni: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Modena, Piazza Manzoni: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Estense, Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel, Hotel Canalgrande.
Modena, Policlinico is 1 km from Modena city centre. Public transport options include:
Modena, Policlinico has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante da Danilo, Osteria Francescana
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Modena, Policlinico. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Modena, Policlinico: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Modena, Policlinico: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Modena, Policlinico: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Real Fini Via Emilia, Hotel Estense, Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel.
Stazione di Taranto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Al Gambero, Trattoria del Pescatore
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Stazione di Taranto. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Stazione di Taranto. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stazione di Taranto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stazione di Taranto: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stazione di Taranto: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza Taranto, Mercure Delfino Taranto.
Taranto, Terminal Cimino is 5 km from Taranto city centre. Public transport options include:
Taranto, Terminal Cimino has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Taranto, Terminal Cimino: Ramps.
Taranto, Porto Mercantile has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Available at Taranto, Porto Mercantile: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility facilities are available at Taranto, Porto Mercantile: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza Taranto, Hotel Europa.
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