The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence to Taranto
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
8 h 26 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
614 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Taranto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Taranto will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
To travel from Florence to Taranto you need to make at least one change.
Intercity 583+
Regionale 5267 · Autobus PZ49710:1510h55Florence Rifredi21:10Taranto station£681One-way2 changes
Regionale 17852+
InterCityNotte 755+
Regionale 1983522:2212h50Florence Santa Maria Novella11:12Taranto station£681One-way2 changes
Regionale Veloce 4111+
InterCityNotte 789+
Intercity 55819:1412h59Florence Santa Maria Novella8:13Taranto station£701One-way2 changes
Regionale 94455+
Intercity 609+
Regionale 1985911:4011h11Florence Santa Maria Novella22:51Taranto station£741One-way2 changes
Intercity 580 · Intercity 605+
BUS L605A8:2110h39Florence Santa Maria Novella19:00Taranto station£771One-way2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9543 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8323+
Regionale 1986116:147h45Florence Santa Maria Novella23:59Taranto station£1271One-way2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9505+
Autobus PZ107 · Autobus PZ1037:148h09Florence Santa Maria Novella15:23Taranto station£871One-way2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 8508 · FRECCIAROSSA 880711:368h10Florence Santa Maria Novella19:46Taranto station£1161One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 8506 · FRECCIAROSSA 9805+
Regionale 1985110:368h30Florence Santa Maria Novella19:06Taranto station£1211One-way2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9415+
Intercity 70513:489h37Florence Santa Maria Novella23:25Taranto station£941One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Florence to Taranto
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Florence to Taranto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £16.
Distance: 614 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£59 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £91 Average Price |
9h 1m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 54m Average total duration 10h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Florence to Taranto train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Taranto trains for today, Thursday 16 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 581 · Intercity 551 · Intercity 562 | 3:45 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h55 | 16:40 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9505+ Autobus PZ107 · Autobus PZ103 | 5:14 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h09 | 13:23 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9511+ Regionale 19843 | 6:14 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h48 | 14:02 Taranto station | 1 change | |
Intercity 580 · Intercity 605+ BUS L605A | 6:21 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 10h39 | 17:00 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ Intercity 605+ BUS L605A | 6:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 10h05 | 17:00 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 583+ Regionale 5267 · Autobus PZ497 | 8:15 Florence Rifredi | 10h55 | 19:10 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506 · FRECCIAROSSA 9805+ Regionale 19851 | 8:36 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h30 | 17:06 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8311+ Regionale 19853 | 9:14 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h26 | 17:40 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508 · FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 9:36 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h10 | 17:46 Taranto station | 1 change | |
Regionale 94455+ Intercity 609+ Regionale 19859 | 9:40 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 11h11 | 20:51 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9413 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8315+ Regionale 19855 | 10:48 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h19 | 19:07 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8519+ Intercity 861+ BUS LP986 | 14:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h12 | 2:45 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17852+ InterCityNotte 755+ Regionale 19835 | 20:22 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h50 | 9:12 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence to Taranto
Trains from Florence to Taranto run on average 13 times per day, taking around 8h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 614 km distance in 6h 28m.
Distance 614 km |
Average train duration 8h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 28m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:24 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Regionale, Frecciargento, Italo from Florence to Taranto trainsFrecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Regionale, Frecciargento, Italo trains will get you between Florence and Taranto from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Florence to Taranto train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Taranto by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Taranto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Florence and Taranto
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via dello Steccuto.
- Trattoria Fratelli Briganti
- Osteria di Poneta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Corolle
- Hotel Dalmazia
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-9 for intercity and high-speed trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours.
- Ristorante Al Gambero
- Trattoria del Pescatore
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Plaza Taranto
- Mercure Delfino Taranto
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to various Italian destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
- Ramps.
- Bus: Several lines available
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