What is the cheapest way to get from Rome to Taranto?

The cheapest way to get from Rome to Taranto is to rideshare which costs €26 - €28 and takes 6h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rome to Taranto?

The fastest way to get from Rome to Taranto is to drive which takes 5h 23m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Rome and Taranto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Roma and arriving at Taranto. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Rome and Taranto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Roma Termini and arriving at Taranto. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Rome to Taranto?

The distance between Rome and Taranto is 521 km. The road distance is 509.1 km.

How do I travel from Rome to Taranto without a car?

The best way to get from Rome to Taranto without a car is to train via Casoria which takes 5h 29m and costs €70 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Rome to Taranto?

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Rome to Taranto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rome to Taranto bus from?

Rome to Taranto bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Roma station.

Where do I catch the Rome to Taranto train from?

Rome to Taranto train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Roma Termini station.

Train or bus from Rome to Taranto?

The best way to get from Rome to Taranto is to train via Casoria which takes 5h 29m and costs €70 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Rome to Taranto bus arrive?

Rome to Taranto bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Taranto station.

Where does the Rome to Taranto train arrive?

Rome to Taranto train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Napoli Afragola station.

Can I drive from Rome to Taranto?

Yes, the driving distance between Rome to Taranto is 509 km. It takes approximately 5h 23m to drive from Rome to Taranto.

How do I get a train ticket from Rome to Taranto?

Book your Rome to Taranto train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rome to Taranto?

Book your Rome to Taranto bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Taranto?

There are 269+ hotels available in Taranto.

Can I share a ride from Rome to Taranto?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Rome and Taranto. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Rome to Taranto - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Rome to Taranto by train (Trenitalia), bus, rideshare, plane, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Casoria
best
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Napoli Afragolatrain 9951 / ...
2. Take the train from Napoli Afragola to Tarantotrain Fr
5h 29m
€73–144
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Rome to Tarantorideshare 510.8 km
6h 29m
€26–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Roma to Tarantobus Roma / ...
7h 35m
€30–65
Fly to Brindisi Airport, train
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Brindisi Airport (BDS)plane FCO - BDS
2. Take the train from Brindisi to Tarantotrain
6h 8m
€47–184
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Tarantotrain Ic
6h 29m
€50–150
Drive 509.1 km
1. Drive from Rome to Tarantocar 509.1 km
5h 23m
€79–114
Fly to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport, bus, Italobus Connections
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)plane FCO - BRI
2. Take the bus from Bari Airport to Matera piazza Matteottibus
3. Take the bus from Matera to Tarantobus
7h 2m
Fly to Lamezia Terme International Airport, train
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF)plane FCO - SUF
2. Take the train from Lamezia Terme C. to Tarantotrain
6h 45m
€70–210

Rome to Taranto by train

7Weekly Trains

5h 29mAverage Duration

€73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 520.8 km
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Rome, Italy and Taranto, Italy?

You can take a train from Roma Termini to Taranto via Napoli Afragola in around 5h 29m. Alternatively, Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Roma to Taranto hourly. Tickets cost €30–60 and the journey takes 7h 35m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

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How to get fromRome to Tarantoby train (Trenitalia), bus, rideshare, plane, train or car

There are 8 ways to get from Rome to Taranto by train (Trenitalia), bus, rideshare, plane, train, or car

Train via Casoria

Rideshare

Bus

Fly to Brindisi Airport, train

Train (Trenitalia)

Drive 509.1 km

Fly to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport, bus, Italobus Connections

Fly to Lamezia Terme International Airport, train