- Must visit
MArTA - National Archaeological Museum of Taranto
Taranto’s flagship museum, famous for Magna Graecia finds, gold jewelry, sculptures, and artifacts that explain the city’s Greek and Roman past.
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
9 h 16 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
797 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Piacenza to Taranto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Piacenza to Taranto will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 15 trains that leave Piacenza for Taranto on Sat, May 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct trains cover the 797 km distance in an average of 9 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest trains will take 9 h 26 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.
InterCityNotte 765
InterCityNotte 757+
Regionale 19831
Intercity 603+
Regionale 19845
Intercity 609+
Regionale 19859
Intercity 1545+
Regionale 19857
Intercity 1545+
FRECCIAROSSA 8807
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462+
FRECCIAROSSA 9805+
Regionale 19851
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907+
FRECCIAROSSA 8801+
Regionale 19843
Regionale Veloce 3921+
FRECCIAROSSA 8809+
Regionale 19855
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925+
FRECCIAROSSA 8811+
Regionale 19857Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Piacenza to Taranto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $25.
Distance: 495 miles (797 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$89 Average price | $55 Average price Cheapest | $100 Average price | $271 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 4m Average total duration 12h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Piacenza to Taranto:
A bus is $34 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Piacenza to Taranto costing on average $89 (€72).
A bus is $45 (€36) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Piacenza to Taranto costing on average $100 (€81).
Other travel options to Taranto take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 45m.
Bus takes on average 12h 34m.
The journey is about 7m faster (9h 45m by train vs 9h 52m by car) and roughly $182 (€147) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($89 (€72) vs $271 (€219)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Intercity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Piacenza to Taranto trains for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 PM Piacenza | 11h20 | 7:20 AM Taranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:37 PM Piacenza | 10h48 | 7:25 AM Taranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:57 PM Piacenza | 13h08 | 11:05 AM Taranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 16 | |||||
Intercity 603+ Regionale 19845 | 6:15 AM Piacenza station | 10h31 | 4:46 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907+ FRECCIAROSSA 8801+ Regionale 19843 | 6:46 AM Piacenza station | 9h16 | 4:02 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2067+ FRECCIAROSSA 8803+ Regionale 19849 | 7:49 AM Piacenza station | 9h58 | 5:47 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 605 | 8:08 AM Piacenza station | 10h19 | 6:27 PM Taranto station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462+ FRECCIAROSSA 9805+ Regionale 19851 | 9:50 AM Piacenza station | 9h16 | 7:06 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 607+ Regionale 19855 | 10:20 AM Piacenza station | 10h47 | 9:07 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 1545+ FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 10:48 AM Piacenza station | 9h00 | 7:48 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 1545+ Regionale 19857 | 10:48 AM Piacenza station | 11h24 | 10:12 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3921+ FRECCIAROSSA 8809+ Regionale 19855 | 11:46 AM Piacenza station | 9h21 | 9:07 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 609+ Regionale 19859 | 12:08 PM Piacenza station | 10h43 | 10:51 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925+ FRECCIAROSSA 8811+ Regionale 19857 | 12:46 PM Piacenza station | 9h26 | 10:12 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927+ Intercity 611+ Regionale 19863 | 1:45 PM Piacenza station | 11h14 | 12:59 AM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3929+ FRECCIAROSSA 8815+ Regionale 19863 | 2:46 PM Piacenza station | 10h13 | 12:59 AM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Piacenza to Taranto run on average 10 times per day, taking around 9h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€46) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 495 miles (797 km) distance in 9h 58m.
Distance 495 miles (797 km) |
Average train duration 9h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€46) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 58m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:19 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 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 flagship museum, famous for Magna Graecia finds, gold jewelry, sculptures, and artifacts that explain the city’s Greek and Roman past.
An underground archaeological site presented like a small museum, revealing layers of Greek, Roman, and medieval Taranto below street level.
Ethnographic museum showcasing folk traditions, domestic objects, costumes, and aspects of everyday life from the Taranto area.
The atmospheric old town island, full of alleys, churches, sea views, and historic layers. Essential for experiencing the city’s character.
Classic waterfront promenade with views of the sea, bridge, and monuments. Ideal for sunset walks and everyday local life.
Main square by the Aragonese Castle and swing bridge, one of Taranto’s busiest and most recognizable urban spaces.
Taranto’s signature mussels, usually cooked in a tomato, garlic, parsley, and chili sauce. They are especially prized because the city is famous for mussel farming in the Mar Piccolo.
Small tube pasta served with local mussels, often lightly enriched with tomato and parsley. It is one of the classic seafood pasta dishes most associated with Taranto.
A baked Apulian dish of rice, potatoes, and mussels layered with tomato, onion, and cheese. It is traditional across Puglia and especially beloved on the Ionian coast.
Well-known seafood restaurant in Taranto, appreciated for local fish dishes and a polished but traditional atmosphere.
Long-running and popular Taranto pizzeria, valued for classic pizzas and an informal atmosphere suitable for a casual local meal.
Established local restaurant known for straightforward Apulian seafood cooking, including mussels, pasta, and fresh catch in a casual setting.
Daily costs are moderate by Italian standards. Local cafes are good value, while seafood and seafront dining cost more.
Service is usually included or modest. Round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxis.
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Taranto Railway Station, Taranto -> Piazza Garibaldi, Taranto
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Piacenza 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.

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