The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice Mestre to Taranto
Cheapest price
$95
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
12 h 27 m
Average duration
12 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
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 $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $95.
Of the 2 trains that leave Venice Mestre for Taranto on Wed, May 13, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 13 the direct trains cover the 689 km distance in an average of 12 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 27 m .
On Wed, May 13 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.
6:53 PM12h27Venice Mestre7:20 AMTaranto$951One-way0 transfers
5:53 PM12h49Venice Mestre6:42 AMTaranto$1011One-way0 transfers
6:53 PM12h27Venice Mestre7:20 AMTaranto$951One-way0 transfers
5:53 PM12h49Venice Mestre6:42 AMTaranto$1011One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Venice Mestre to Taranto
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice Mestre to Taranto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $39.
Distance: 428 miles (689 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$96 Average price | $72 Average price Cheapest | $91 Average price | $260 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 20m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 39m Average total duration 12h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Venice Mestre to Taranto:
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice Mestre to Taranto costing on average $91 (€73).
A bus is $24 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice Mestre to Taranto costing on average $96 (€77).
Other travel options to Taranto take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 50m.
Bus takes on average 12h 9m.
Tickets start at around $96 (€77) compared to roughly $260 (€207) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $164 (€131). The journey takes 9h 50m versus 7h 58m 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.
Live departures
Venice Mestre to Taranto train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice Mestre to Taranto trains for today, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:53 PM Venice Mestre | 12h49 | 6:42 AM Taranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice Mestre to Taranto
Trains from Venice Mestre to Taranto run on average 10 times per day, taking around 9h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€31) but you can travel from only $22 (€17) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:53, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 428 miles (689 km) distance in 8h 55m.
Distance 428 miles (689 km) |
Average train duration 9h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€31) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 8h 55m |
First train 3:53 AM |
Last train 8:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Regionale, Intercity from Venice Mestre to Taranto trainsFrecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Regionale, Intercity trains will get you between Venice Mestre and Taranto from $22 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Venice Mestre to 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Venice Mestre to Taranto
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
- McDonald’s
- Chock Full O'Nuts
- Puro Gusto
- Juice Bar
- Rossosapore
- Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
- Best Western Hotel Tritone
- The Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Villa Constanza
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Located in the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 10, 15, 18, 25a, 31, 31H, 32, 32H, 33H, 34H, 43, 53, 86, N1, 8AE
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, EC, RJ, IC, EN, ICN, R, Italo
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours.
- Ristorante Al Gambero
- Trattoria del Pescatore
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Plaza Taranto
- Mercure Delfino Taranto
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to various Italian destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
- Ramps.
- Bus: Several lines available
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