How to travel from Venice to Taranto

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

The cheapest way to travel from Venice to Taranto is a flight with an average price of $61 (€50).

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

A flight is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Venice to Taranto costing on average $65 (€53).

A flight is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Taranto costing on average $89 (€73).

The fastest way to travel from Venice to Taranto is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Taranto take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 10m.

Bus takes on average 14h 1m.

The distance from Venice to Taranto is approximately 423 miles (681 km).

The average frequency per day from Venice to Taranto is:

• Around 25 flights per day.
• Around 20 buses per day.
• Around 11 trains per day.

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

• Trains mostly depart from Venice Santa Lucia and arrive in Taranto station.
• Buses mostly depart from Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) and arrive in Taranto, Terminal Cimino.
• Flights mostly depart from Venice Marco Polo Airport and arrive in Bari Palese Airport.

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

• Travel with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, ACTV — Azienda del Consorzio Trasporti Veneziano to go to Taranto by bus.
• Travel with Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Regionale to go to Taranto by train.
• Travel with Malta Air, ITA, Ryanair to go to Taranto by flight.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Venice to Taranto:

• 3 direct flights per day with Malta Air.

Omio customers who travel from Venice 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.