Train from Rome to Taranto: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Rome to Taranto on 15 April
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Trenitalia IntercityTrain
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Fermata dell'autobus TarantoCheapest
Trenitalia IntercityTrain
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Fermata dell'autobus TarantoFastest
Trenitalia IntercityTrain
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Fermata dell'autobus TarantoNo tags
Trenitalia IntercityTrain
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Fermata dell'autobus TarantoNo tags
Trenitalia IntercityTrain
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Fermata dell'autobus TarantoNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Rome to Taranto

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Taranto. The journey takes about 7 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 222, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
7h 55mAverage duration
431 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 222 - R 2 070Average duration7h 55m
11kg CO₂e
Average priceR 569 - R 2 229Average duration7h 57m
10kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rome to Taranto by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Rome to Taranto?

    The cheapest train tickets from Rome to Taranto start from R 569. The average price for this train route is around R 1 138. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Rome to Taranto?

    The average train journey time from Rome to Taranto is 7h 57m, covering a distance of 426 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 24m and is operated by Trenitalia.

  3. Which train operators serve the Rome to Taranto route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Rome to Taranto?

    The earliest train from Rome to Taranto departs at 07:28. And the latest train departs at 16:01.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10/04
R 1 101
11/04
No data
Today
R 2 146
13/04
No data
14/04
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15/04
R 815
16/04
R 709
17/04
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rome to Taranto was searched and found on 16 Apr 2026 with a price of R 709

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Rome to Taranto as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 709 to R 2 146 for a train ticket from Rome to Taranto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 709, which is on 2026-04-16.

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