How to travel from Rome to Taranto

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

The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Taranto is a bus with an average price of $29 (€24).

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

A bus is $13 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Taranto costing on average $42 (€34).

A bus is $37 (€30) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Taranto costing on average $66 (€54).

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Taranto is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 43m.

Other travel options to Taranto take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 5m.

Bus takes on average 7h 7m.

The distance from Rome to Taranto is approximately 265 miles (427 km).

The average frequency per day from Rome to Taranto is:

• Around 35 flights per day.
• Around 23 buses per day.
• Around 19 trains per day.

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

• Flights mostly depart from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and arrive in Bari Palese Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Rome Termini and arrive in Taranto station.
• Buses mostly depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arrive in Taranto, Terminal Cimino.

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

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

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

• 12 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar.
• 2 direct trains per day with Intercity, Frecciarossa.
• 10 direct flights per day with Malta Air, ITA, Ryanair.

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