- Must visit
Cappella degli Scrovegni
Home to Giotto’s frescoes, this UNESCO-listed chapel is one of the greatest masterpieces of Western art and Padua’s top cultural visit.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Taranto to Padua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taranto to Padua will cost around $101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
It's difficult to get from Taranto to Padua without transferring at least once.
InterCityNotte 758+
Regionale Veloce 3960
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Regionale Veloce 19830+
Intercity 608+
Regionale Veloce 3982
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Regionale 19838+
FRECCIAROSSA 8828
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Intercity 612 · Intercity 592
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Regionale Veloce 19832+
Intercity 610+
Regionale Veloce 3986
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Regionale 19838+
FRECCIAROSSA 8828
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FRECCIAROSSA 8820 · FRECCIAROSSA 9423
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Regionale Veloce 19830+
FRECCIAROSSA 8816
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FRECCIAROSSA 9514 · FRECCIAROSSA 8418
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BUS LP986+
FRECCIAROSSA 9806 · FRECCIAROSSA 9416
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Trains from Taranto to Padua run on average 15 times per day, taking around 9h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 434 miles (700 km) distance in 6h 43m.
Distance 434 miles (700 km) |
Average train duration 9h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 6h 43m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 10:33 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Taranto to Padua.
The table below shows live departures for Taranto to Padua trains for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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Regionale 19826+ FRECCIAROSSA 9806 · FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 4:30 AM Taranto station | 9h34 | 2:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 23680 · Regionale 21202+ Intercity 590+ 8916 | 5:14 AM Taranto station | 11h11 | 4:25 PM Padova | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 23680 · Regionale 21202+ Intercity 590+ 8918 | 5:14 AM Taranto station | 13h11 | 6:25 PM Padova | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 23680 · Regionale 21202+ Intercity 590+ 8928 | 5:14 AM Taranto station | 14h11 | 7:25 PM Padova | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9514 · FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 6:05 AM Taranto station | 8h59 | 3:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9514+ 8916 | 6:05 AM Taranto station | 10h20 | 4:25 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9514+ 8918 | 6:05 AM Taranto station | 12h20 | 6:25 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9514+ 8914 | 6:05 AM Taranto station | 9h20 | 3:25 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 19830+ Intercity 608+ Regionale Veloce 3982 | 6:40 AM Taranto station | 10h11 | 4:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 19830+ FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 6:40 AM Taranto station | 8h51 | 3:31 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 19832+ FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 7:40 AM Taranto station | 9h24 | 5:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 19832+ Intercity 610+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 7:40 AM Taranto station | 11h11 | 6:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 700+ FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ 8928 | 8:04 AM Taranto station | 11h21 | 7:25 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 700+ FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ 8918 | 8:04 AM Taranto station | 10h21 | 6:25 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 700+ FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ 8922 | 8:04 AM Taranto station | 13h21 | 9:25 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820 · FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 9:15 AM Taranto station | 8h49 | 6:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 19834+ FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 9:40 AM Taranto station | 9h24 | 7:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 4296+ FRECCIAROSSA 9648 · FRECCIAROSSA 9480 | 10:10 AM Taranto station | 9h30 | 7:40 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 4296+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 10:10 AM Taranto station | 9h54 | 8:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4296+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ 8922 | 10:10 AM Taranto station | 11h15 | 9:25 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 612 · Intercity 592 | 10:28 AM Taranto station | 10h52 | 9:20 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19836+ Intercity 614+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 11:30 AM Taranto station | 11h21 | 10:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19836+ FRECCIAROSSA 9808 · FRECCIAROSSA 9430 | 11:30 AM Taranto station | 9h34 | 9:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 702+ InterCityNotte 774 | 1:51 PM Taranto station | 16h01 | 5:52 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 758+ Regionale Veloce 3960 | 8:04 PM Taranto station | 11h47 | 7:51 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
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Home to Giotto’s frescoes, this UNESCO-listed chapel is one of the greatest masterpieces of Western art and Padua’s top cultural visit.
Padua’s main civic museum complex with archaeology, medieval and modern art, and access paired with the Scrovegni Chapel area.
University museum displaying one of Europe’s oldest botanical gardens, blending science, architecture, and rare plant collections.
One of Europe’s largest squares, ideal for strolling among statues, canals, and lawns; a signature public space of Padua.
Elegant central square lined with cafes and historic buildings, best known for the astronomical clock tower and lively evening atmosphere.
Historic market square beside Palazzo della Ragione, packed with daily local life, stalls, and excellent people-watching in the old center.
Bigoli pasta in a rich duck ragù, a classic of the Veneto inland. It is especially associated with festive Sunday meals in Padua and nearby towns.
Short tubular pasta with white beans, often made thick and rustic. A comforting Veneto staple linked to peasant cooking and common in Padua homes.
Rice slowly cooked with spring peas, traditionally from nearby Arquà Petrarca or Baone. A seasonal Euganean Hills dish valued for its sweetness and simplicity.
Established fine dining address with creative cuisine, tasting menus, and attentive service. Best for a higher-end meal in a modern elegant setting.
Historic central restaurant known for refined Paduan and Venetian cuisine in elegant rooms. Good choice for classic dishes with a polished atmosphere.
Well-known traditional venue serving Venetian and Paduan specialties, including bigoli and seasonal classics, in a warm and longstanding local setting.
Moderate for Northern Italy. Hotels and dining cost less than Venice, while local transit and casual meals stay fairly reasonable for tourists.
Service is often included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Most Taranto to Padua trains use the Stazione di Taranto to Padova station pair. Use this guide to compare Taranto and Padua train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Padova 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 Zairo, Trattoria Al Fungo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Padova. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Padova. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Padova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Padova: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Padova: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Grand'Italia, NH Padova, Hotel Europa.
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