- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli
One of Italy’s most important archaeological museums, famed for Roman mosaics, Farnese sculptures, and finds from Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$124
Fastest journey
5 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 3 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Taranto to Naples Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taranto to Naples Centrale will cost around $124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
It's difficult to get from Taranto to Naples Centrale without transferring at least once.
Regionale 19828+
Intercity 716
Intercity 566 · Intercity 560
Regionale 19832+
FRECCIAROSSA 8306+
Regionale 21154
Intercity 566+
FRECCIARGENTO 8332+
9989
Intercity 558+
FRECCIAROSSA 9658+
9947
Regionale 19828+
Intercity 716
Regionale 19832+
FRECCIAROSSA 8306+
Regionale 21154
Intercity 566 · Intercity 560
Intercity 566+
FRECCIARGENTO 8332+
9989
Intercity 566+
FRECCIARGENTO 8332+
9951Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Taranto to Naples Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$47 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $68 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Taranto to Naples Centrale:
A bus is $31 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Taranto to Naples Centrale costing on average $47 (€39).
Other travel options to Naples Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 36m.
Tickets start at around $47 (€39) compared to roughly $68 (€56) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $21 (€17). The journey takes 4h 36m versus 3h 18m 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 Taranto to Naples Centrale trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 19828+ Intercity 716 | 5:30 AM Taranto station | 5h50 | 11:20 AM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19832+ FRECCIAROSSA 8306+ Regionale 21154 | 7:03 AM Taranto station | 5h52 | 12:55 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19832+ FRECCIAROSSA 8306 · FRECCIAROSSA 9311+ 9927 | On time 7:03 AM Taranto station | 8h40 | 3:43 PM Naples Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 19832+ FRECCIAROSSA 8306 · FRECCIAROSSA 9311+ 9981 | On time 7:03 AM Taranto station | 9h45 | 4:48 PM Naples Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 19832+ FRECCIAROSSA 8306 · FRECCIAROSSA 9311+ 9931 | On time 7:03 AM Taranto station | 9h40 | 4:43 PM Naples Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 558+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658+ 9947 | On time 8:43 AM Taranto station | 12h00 | 8:43 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 558+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658+ 9935 | On time 8:43 AM Taranto station | 9h00 | 5:43 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 558+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658+ 9987 | On time 8:43 AM Taranto station | 11h12 | 7:55 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 566 · Intercity 560 | 1:07 PM Taranto station | 7h10 | 8:17 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 566+ FRECCIARGENTO 8332+ 9989 | 1:07 PM Taranto station | 7h46 | 8:53 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 566+ FRECCIARGENTO 8332+ 9955 | 1:07 PM Taranto station | 9h36 | 10:43 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 566+ FRECCIARGENTO 8332+ 9951 | 1:07 PM Taranto station | 8h36 | 9:43 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Taranto to Naples Centrale run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:30, the last at 18:33. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 4h 26m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average train duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 26m |
First train 3:30 AM |
Last train 6:33 PM |
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Discover the best of Napoli Centrale — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Napoli Centrale trip today.
One of Italy’s most important archaeological museums, famed for Roman mosaics, Farnese sculptures, and finds from Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Major fine arts museum in a Bourbon palace with masterpieces by Caravaggio, Titian, and Raphael, plus a vast hilltop park.
A compact but world-famous museum chapel housing the Veiled Christ, one of Naples’ most celebrated sculptures.
The city’s most famous historic street axis, cutting through the old center and packed with churches, palaces, shops, and daily life.
Busy central shopping and walking street linking historic Naples with elegant quarters, also popular for street scenes and architecture.
Naples’ grand ceremonial square, framed by the Royal Palace and San Francesco da Paola, central to most first visits.
Naples’ iconic wood-fired pizza with a soft, blistered crust and simple toppings such as tomato, mozzarella, and basil. It is the city’s most famous traditional dish.
A classic Neapolitan pizza topped with tomato, garlic, oregano, and olive oil. It is one of the oldest local pizzas and is naturally free of dairy.
A celebrated Neapolitan pastry with many crisp layers and a ricotta-based filling, often scented with citrus. It is a signature breakfast or snack in Naples.
Well-known traditional pizzeria with a long history, loved for classic fried starters and excellent Neapolitan pizzas in a lively local setting.
Historic, no-frills pizzeria famous worldwide for classic Neapolitan pizza, especially Margherita and Marinara. Casual atmosphere and long-standing reputation.
Established Neapolitan restaurant near the central station area, known for traditional dishes, seafood, pasta, and polished but classic service.
Generally moderate for Italy: pizza and casual meals are affordable, while hotels and tourist-area dining cost more.
Service is often included via coperto or servizio. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Round up for taxis.
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Napoli Centrale, Naples -> Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples
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