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

The cheapest way to get from Taranto to Otranto is to bus via Lecce which costs €7 - €14 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taranto to Otranto is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs €18 - €28.

Is there a direct bus between Taranto and Otranto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Taranto via Porto Mercantile and arriving at Otranto, Via Orte. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Taranto and Otranto?

No, there is no direct train from Taranto to Otranto. However, there are services departing from Taranto and arriving at Otranto via Brindisi, Lecce and Maglie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Taranto to Otranto?

The distance between Taranto and Otranto is 154 km. The road distance is 123.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Taranto to Otranto without a car is to bus which takes 2h 55m and costs €10 - €14.

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

The bus from Taranto via Porto Mercantile to Otranto, Via Orte takes 2h 55m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Taranto to Otranto bus from?

Taranto to Otranto bus services, operated by SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro, depart from Taranto via Porto Mercantile station.

Where do I catch the Taranto to Otranto train from?

Taranto to Otranto train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Taranto station.

Train or bus from Taranto to Otranto?

The best way to get from Taranto to Otranto is to bus which takes 2h 55m and costs €10 - €14. Alternatively, you can train and line 6 train, which costs €14 - €55 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Taranto to Otranto bus arrive?

Taranto to Otranto bus services, operated by SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro, arrive at Otranto, Via Orte station.

Where does the Taranto to Otranto train arrive?

Taranto to Otranto train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Brindisi station.

Can I drive from Taranto to Otranto?

Yes, the driving distance between Taranto to Otranto is 124 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Taranto to Otranto.

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

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Where can I stay near Otranto?

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Taranto to Otranto - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 6 train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Taranto to Otranto by bus, train (Trenitalia), or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Taranto via Porto Mercantile to Otranto, Via Ortebus
2h 55m
€10–14
Bus via Lecce
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Taranto to Lecce - Bar Commerciobus 053.3
2. Take the bus from Lecce - Viale Calasso to Otranto - Stazione FSEbus 101 / ...
4h 35m
€7–13
Train, line 6 train
1. Take the train from Taranto to Brindisitrain Ic
2. Take the train from Lecce to Maglietrain 6 / ...
5h 4m
€14–53
Drive 123.7 km
1. Drive from Taranto to Otrantocar 123.7 km
2h 1m
€19–28

Taranto to Otranto by bus

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Distance: 153.8 km
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Taranto, Italy and Otranto, Apulia, Italy?

SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro operates a bus from Taranto via Porto Mercantile to Otranto, Via Orte twice daily. Tickets cost €10–14 and the journey takes 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Taranto to Otranto via Brindisi, Lecce, and Maglie in around 5h 4m.

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