How to travel from Ancona to Taranto

There are 3 options to travel between Ancona and Taranto including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Ancona to Taranto is a bus with an average price of €50.

This is compared to other travel options from Ancona to Taranto:

A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ancona to Taranto costing on average €62.

A bus is €417 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ancona to Taranto costing on average €467.

The fastest way to travel from Ancona to Taranto is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 45m.

Other travel options to Taranto take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 10m.

Bus takes on average 10h 20m.

The distance from Ancona to Taranto is approximately 287 miles (463 km).

The average frequency per day from Ancona to Taranto is:

• Around 18 flights per day.
• Around 12 trains per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ancona and Taranto as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ancona to Taranto:

• Flights mostly depart from Ancona Marche Airport and arrive in Brindisi Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 and arrive in Taranto, Terminal Cimino.
• Trains mostly depart from Ancona station and arrive in Taranto station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ancona to Taranto, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Air Dolomiti, Air Baltic, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Taranto by flight.
• Travel with Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento to go to Taranto by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee to go to Taranto by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Ancona to Taranto with the following travel companies:

• 2 direct trains per day with Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte.
• 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Ancona to Taranto often also extend their vacation to go to Naples, Rome, Bari, Lecce, Bari Palese Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Taranto and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Taranto to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Taranto, you can explore vibrant local markets for fresh produce and traditional Italian goods, take a boat tour to admire the coastline and nearby islands, enjoy a day at the beach, and visit local restaurants to savor authentic Apulian cuisine. Don't miss the historic Castello Aragonese for panoramic views, the Museo Archeologico Nazionale for ancient artifacts, the stunning Cattedrale di San Cataldo, the unique Ponte Girevole, and the scenic Lungomare Vittorio Emanuele III promenade. Attend a cultural event or festival to experience local traditions and community spirit.

Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Taranto allows enough time to explore its historical sites, enjoy the local cuisine, and experience the coastal ambiance.