- Must visit
Museo Storico e il Parco del Castello di Miramare
Museum inside Miramare Castle with preserved imperial rooms and decorative arts. Essential for understanding Habsburg Trieste in a spectacular setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$79
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$112
Fastest journey on Sep 19
11 h 44 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
13 h 16 m
Trains on Sep 19
6
Distance
640 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Taranto to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taranto to Trieste will cost around $112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 6 trains from Taranto to Trieste, including 6 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 640 km distance in an average of 13 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 44 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 13 h 41 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Taranto to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $74 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $74, while a flight costs an average of $213.
Distance: 397 miles (640 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$74 Average price Cheapest | $110 Average price | $213 Average price | $299 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 2m Average total duration 11h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 9m Average total duration 15h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Taranto to Trieste:
A train is $36 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Taranto to Trieste costing on average $110.
A train is $139 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Taranto to Trieste costing on average $213.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 32m.
Bus takes on average 15h 39m.
Tickets start at around $74 compared to roughly $299 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $225. The journey takes 11h 32m versus 10h 14m 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 Trieste trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 758+ Regionale Veloce 3998 · Regionale Veloce 3433 | 8:04 PM Taranto station | 13h40 | 9:44 AM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 758+ FRECCIAROSSA 9707 | 8:04 PM Taranto station | 16h01 | 12:05 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
![]() | 6:48 AM Taranto | 15h02 | 9:50 PM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Taranto | 13h38 | 9:38 PM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Taranto | 13h38 | 10:38 PM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Taranto | 11h44 | 11:44 PM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Taranto to Trieste run on average 19 times per day, taking around 11h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 20:04. The fastest train covers the 397 miles (640 km) distance in 9h 52m.
Distance 397 miles (640 km) |
Average train duration 11h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 9h 52m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 8:04 PM |
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Discover the best of Trieste — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Trieste trip today.
Museum inside Miramare Castle with preserved imperial rooms and decorative arts. Essential for understanding Habsburg Trieste in a spectacular setting.
Main civic art museum with Italian paintings, sculpture, fashion, and design. A strong overview of Trieste’s artistic and cultural development.
Museum in San Giusto Castle presenting archaeology, weapons, and civic collections. It pairs well with the hilltop setting and city panoramas.
Trieste’s canal district with waterside buildings, churches, and cafés nearby. It is among the city’s most photogenic and walkable central areas.
Seafront promenade stretching along Barcola, popular for sunset walks, swimming spots, and open gulf views. It is a beloved everyday Trieste experience.
Popular urban beach and waterfront district north of the center. Visitors come for sea access, relaxed walks, and classic Adriatic scenery.
A hearty bean and sauerkraut soup with pork, shaped by Trieste's Austro-Hungarian heritage. It is one of the city's most iconic cold-weather dishes.
Boiled pork platter, often with cotechino, tongue and sauerkraut. A classic Trieste meal linked to Central European culinary traditions.
Breaded and fried anchovies, usually served crisp as a popular Adriatic seafood dish in local trattorias and osmize.
Refined seafood restaurant with a long reputation for elegant Adriatic dishes and polished service near central Trieste.
Well-known seafood restaurant serving fresh fish and Adriatic specialties in a warm, established local atmosphere.
Classic Trieste café famous for coffee, pastries and literary history. Ideal for local coffee culture and traditional sweets.
Moderate for Italy: hotels can rise in peak season, but dining and local buses are reasonable versus Venice or Milan.
Service is often included. Rounding up or leaving €1-2 at cafés is enough; 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated, not expected. Taxis are usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taranto to Trieste 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 Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Taranto to Trieste trains use the Stazione di Taranto to Trieste Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Taranto and Trieste 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.
Trieste Centrale is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Buffet da Pepi, Trattoria Nerodiseppia
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Trieste Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Trieste Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trieste Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Trieste Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste Centrale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste, Hotel Continentale, NH Trieste.
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