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

The cheapest way to get from Taranto to Melfi is to bus which costs €11 - €21 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taranto to Melfi is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Taranto and Melfi?

No, there is no direct bus from Taranto to Melfi. However, there are services departing from Taranto Porto Mercantile and arriving at Melfi via Bari via Capruzzi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Taranto and Melfi?

No, there is no direct train from Taranto to Melfi. However, there are services departing from Taranto and arriving at Melfi via Potenza Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Taranto to Melfi?

The distance between Taranto and Melfi is 204 km. The road distance is 173.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Taranto to Melfi without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs €14 - €27.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Taranto to Melfi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taranto to Melfi bus from?

Taranto to Melfi bus services, operated by Ferrovie del Sud Est e Servizi Automobilistici S.r.l., depart from Taranto Porto Mercantile station.

Where do I catch the Taranto to Melfi train from?

Taranto to Melfi train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., depart from Taranto station.

Train or bus from Taranto to Melfi?

The best way to get from Taranto to Melfi is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs €14 - €27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €21 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Taranto to Melfi bus arrive?

Taranto to Melfi bus services, operated by Ferrovie del Sud Est e Servizi Automobilistici S.r.l., arrive at Bari Viale Unità d'Italia station.

Where does the Taranto to Melfi train arrive?

Taranto to Melfi train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., arrive at Potenza Centrale station.

Can I drive from Taranto to Melfi?

Yes, the driving distance between Taranto to Melfi is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Taranto to Melfi.

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

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Where can I stay near Melfi?

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Taranto to Melfi - 4 ways to travel via train, Italobus Connections, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Taranto to Melfi by train (Trenitalia), bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Taranto to Potenza CentraleRe
2. Take the train from Potenza Centrale to MelfiRe
4h 30m
€14–27
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Taranto Porto Mercantile to Bari Viale Unità d'Italia110 inbound
2. Take the bus from Bari via Capruzzi to Melfi701
5h 1m
€11–21
Italobus Connections, train
1. Take the bus from Taranto to Potenza1112
2. Take the train from Potenza Centrale to MelfiRe
4h 46m
Drive 173.6 km
1. Drive from Taranto to Melfi173.6 km
2h 41m
€27–39

Taranto to Melfi by train

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4h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 203.5 km
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Taranto to Melfi via Potenza Centrale in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Taranto Porto Mercantile to Melfi via Bari Viale Unità d'Italia and Bari via Capruzzi in around 5h 1m.

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