How to travel from Florence to Taranto

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

The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Taranto is a bus with an average price of $40 (€33).

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

A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Taranto costing on average $82 (€67).

A bus is $51 (€42) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Taranto costing on average $92 (€74).

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Taranto is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 32m.

Other travel options to Taranto take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 2m.

Bus takes on average 10h 52m.

The distance from Florence to Taranto is approximately 381 miles (614 km).

The average frequency per day from Florence to Taranto is:

• Around 24 flights per day.
• Around 22 buses per day.
• Around 13 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Florence 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 Florence to Taranto:

• Flights mostly depart from Florence Peretola Airport and arrive in Brindisi Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Florence Santa Maria Novella and arrive in Taranto station.
• Buses mostly depart from Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) and arrive in Taranto, Terminal Cimino.

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

• Travel with Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Regionale, Frecciargento, Italo to go to Taranto by train.
• Travel with Malta Air, Volotea, ITA, Vueling to go to Taranto by flight.
• Travel with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar to go to Taranto by bus.

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

• 1 direct trains per day with Frecciarossa.
• 2 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Volotea.
• 2 direct buses per day with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Florence to Taranto often also extend their vacation to go to Naples, Bari, Rome, Lecce, Milan. 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.