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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.
Cheapest price on Sep 29
Rp68
Average ticket price on Sep 29
Rp68
Fastest journey on Sep 29
12 h 49 m
Average journey duration on Sep 29
12 h 49 m
Trains on Sep 29
1
Distance
689 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Mestre to Taranto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice Mestre to Taranto will cost around Rp68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only Rp68.
On Tue, Sep 29, we found 1 trains from Venice Mestre to Taranto, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 29 the direct trains cover the 689 km distance in an average of 12 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 49 m .
On Tue, Sep 29 the slowest trains will take 12 h 49 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.


The table below shows live departures for Venice Mestre to Taranto trains for today, Monday, September 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8905+ FRECCIAROSSA 9413+ Regionale 4297 | 8:17 AM Venice Mestre | 12h37 | 8:54 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
8905+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Intercity 707 | 8:17 AM Venice Mestre | 13h46 | 10:03 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
8905+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 8:17 AM Venice Mestre | 15h31 | 11:48 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
8907+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 9:20 AM Venice Mestre | 14h28 | 11:48 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
8907+ FRECCIAROSSA 9413+ Regionale 4297 | 9:20 AM Venice Mestre | 11h34 | 8:54 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
8907+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Intercity 707 | 9:20 AM Venice Mestre | 12h43 | 10:03 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9411 · FRECCIAROSSA 9805+ Regionale Veloce 19843 | 9:38 AM Venice Mestre | 9h42 | 7:20 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3997+ Intercity 607+ Regionale Veloce 19845 | 9:53 AM Venice Mestre | 10h27 | 8:20 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
8902+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 10:17 AM Venice Mestre | 13h31 | 11:48 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
8902+ FRECCIAROSSA 9413+ Regionale 4297 | 10:17 AM Venice Mestre | 10h37 | 8:54 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
8902+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Intercity 707 | 10:17 AM Venice Mestre | 11h46 | 10:03 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413 · FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 10:38 AM Venice Mestre | 9h10 | 7:48 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
8911+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 11:17 AM Venice Mestre | 12h31 | 11:48 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
8911+ Regionale 94461+ InterCityNotte 35051 | 11:17 AM Venice Mestre | 21h03 | 8:20 AM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
8911+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Intercity 707 | 11:17 AM Venice Mestre | 10h46 | 10:03 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415 · FRECCIAROSSA 8809+ Regionale Veloce 19847 | 11:38 AM Venice Mestre | 9h42 | 9:20 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3973+ Intercity 609+ Regionale 19849 | 11:53 AM Venice Mestre | 10h49 | 10:42 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
8929+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 12:17 PM Venice Mestre | 11h31 | 11:48 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
8929+ Regionale 94461+ InterCityNotte 35051 | 12:17 PM Venice Mestre | 20h03 | 8:20 AM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
8929+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Intercity 707 | 12:17 PM Venice Mestre | 9h46 | 10:03 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Intercity 707 | 12:38 PM Venice Mestre | 9h25 | 10:03 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
8913+ Regionale 94461+ InterCityNotte 35051 | 1:17 PM Venice Mestre | 19h03 | 8:20 AM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
8913+ FRECCIAROSSA 9434+ InterCityNotte 35051 | 1:17 PM Venice Mestre | 19h03 | 8:20 AM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
8913+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 1:17 PM Venice Mestre | 10h31 | 11:48 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
8915+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 2:17 PM Venice Mestre | 9h31 | 11:48 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
8915+ Regionale 94461+ InterCityNotte 35051 | 2:17 PM Venice Mestre | 18h03 | 8:20 AM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
8915+ FRECCIAROSSA 9434+ InterCityNotte 35051 | 2:17 PM Venice Mestre | 18h03 | 8:20 AM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9425 · FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 2:38 PM Venice Mestre | 9h10 | 11:48 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8815+ Regionale 19851 | 3:04 PM Venice Mestre | 9h01 | 12:05 AM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
8919+ FRECCIAROSSA 9434+ InterCityNotte 35051 | 3:17 PM Venice Mestre | 17h03 | 8:20 AM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
8919+ Regionale 94461+ InterCityNotte 35051 | 3:17 PM Venice Mestre | 17h03 | 8:20 AM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
8919+ FRECCIAROSSA 9330+ InterCityNotte 35527 · InterCityNotte 35051 | 3:17 PM Venice Mestre | 17h03 | 8:20 AM Taranto station | 3 transfers | |
8923+ Regionale 94461+ InterCityNotte 35051 | 4:17 PM Venice Mestre | 16h03 | 8:20 AM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
8923+ FRECCIAROSSA 9434+ InterCityNotte 35051 | 4:17 PM Venice Mestre | 16h03 | 8:20 AM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
8923+ FRECCIAROSSA 9330+ InterCityNotte 35527 · InterCityNotte 35051 | 4:17 PM Venice Mestre | 16h03 | 8:20 AM Taranto station | 3 transfers | |
8925+ Regionale 94461+ InterCityNotte 35051 | 5:17 PM Venice Mestre | 15h03 | 8:20 AM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
8925+ FRECCIAROSSA 9434+ InterCityNotte 35051 | 5:17 PM Venice Mestre | 15h03 | 8:20 AM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
8925+ FRECCIAROSSA 9330+ InterCityNotte 35527 · InterCityNotte 35051 | 5:17 PM Venice Mestre | 15h03 | 8:20 AM Taranto station | 3 transfers | |
8927+ FRECCIAROSSA 9434+ InterCityNotte 35051 | 6:17 PM Venice Mestre | 14h03 | 8:20 AM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
8927+ FRECCIAROSSA 9330+ InterCityNotte 35527 · InterCityNotte 35051 | 6:17 PM Venice Mestre | 14h03 | 8:20 AM Taranto station | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3989+ InterCityNotte 35051 | 7:53 PM Venice Mestre | 12h27 | 8:20 AM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 35678+ FRECCIAROSSA 8333+ Intercity 701 | 9:43 PM Venice Mestre | 15h09 | 12:52 PM Taranto station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Venice Mestre to Taranto run on average 10 times per day, taking around 9h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at Rp11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 09:53. The fastest train covers the 428 miles (689 km) distance in 8h 13m.
Distance 428 miles (689 km) |
Average train duration 9h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price Rp11 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 8h 13m |
First train 5:53 AM |
Last train 9:53 AM |
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Discover the best of Taranto — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Taranto trip today.
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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Taranto Porto Mercantile -> Piazza Ebalia, Taranto
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice Mestre 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.

Most Venice Mestre to Taranto trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Stazione di Taranto station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice Mestre and Taranto train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
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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