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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 train ticket from Potenza to Taranto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Potenza to Taranto will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 16 trains from Potenza to Taranto, including 8 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 43 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 1 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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Trains from Potenza to Taranto run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 but you can travel from only $9 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (122 km) distance in 1h 43m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 43m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 10:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Potenza to Taranto.
The table below shows live departures for Potenza to Taranto trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Regionale 19905 · Regionale 23681 | 7:48 AM Potenza Superiore | 2h24 | 10:12 AM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19905 · Regionale 23681 | 7:51 AM Potenza, Universita | 2h21 | 10:12 AM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 23681 | 8:05 AM Potenza Centrale | 2h07 | 10:12 AM Taranto station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 19907+ Intercity 701 | 9:10 AM Potenza, Universita | 3h42 | 12:52 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 701 | 11:02 AM Potenza Centrale | 1h50 | 12:52 PM Taranto station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 19909 · Regionale 23683 | 11:11 AM Potenza, Universita | 3h00 | 2:11 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 23683 | 11:52 AM Potenza Centrale | 2h19 | 2:11 PM Taranto station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 19912 · Regionale 19911 · Regionale 23685 | 12:40 PM Potenza, Universita | 3h53 | 4:33 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ122 · Regionale 23685 | 2:10 PM Potenza Superiore | 2h23 | 4:33 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 23685 | 2:28 PM Potenza Centrale | 2h05 | 4:33 PM Taranto station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 19920+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale 4297 | 6:21 PM Potenza, Universita | 2h33 | 8:54 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 4297 | 6:53 PM Potenza Centrale | 2h01 | 8:54 PM Taranto station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 19921+ Intercity 707 | 7:53 PM Potenza Superiore | 2h10 | 10:03 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 707 | 8:15 PM Potenza Centrale | 1h48 | 10:03 PM Taranto station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 23687 | 9:12 PM Potenza Centrale | 1h48 | 11:00 PM Taranto station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 10:05 PM Potenza Centrale | 1h43 | 11:48 PM 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 Potenza to Taranto trains use the Potenza Centrale to Stazione di Taranto station pair. Use this guide to compare Potenza and Taranto train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Potenza Centrale is 1 km from Potenza city centre. Public transport options include:
Potenza Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Al Duomo, Trattoria Al Vecchio Scarpone
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Potenza Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Potenza Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Potenza Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Potenza Centrale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Potenza Centrale: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Grande Albergo Potenza, Park Hotel Centro Congressi, Hotel Pretoria.
Potenza, Universita has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Potenza, Universita.
Available at Potenza, Universita: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Potenza, Universita.
Potenza Superiore has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Potenza Superiore.
ATMs are available at Potenza Superiore.
Available at Potenza Superiore: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Potenza Superiore.
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.
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