The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome to Taranto
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
4 h 42 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Trains per day
45
Distance
427 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Taranto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Taranto will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Of the 45 trains that leave Rome for Taranto every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 427 km distance in an average of 5 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Regionale 21071 · Regionale 4297
InterCityNotte 795+
Autobus PZ131 · Regionale 23729
Intercity 1523+
Regionale 4297
Intercity 551+
Autobus PZ111 · Regionale 23731
Intercity 727+
Regionale 21109 · Autobus PZ201
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547
9987+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547
8143+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547
FRECCIARGENTO 8333+
Intercity 701
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+
Intercity 707Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Rome to Taranto
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rome to Taranto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £22.
Distance: 427 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£41 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest | £123 Average Price |
6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Rome to Taranto train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Taranto trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 701 | 05:26 Rome Termini | 6h29 | 11:55 Taranto station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 542 · Intercity 605 | 06:13 Rome Termini | 11h14 | 17:27 Taranto station | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8333+ Intercity 701 | 06:30 Rome Termini | 5h25 | 11:55 Taranto station | 1 change | |
9903+ FRECCIARGENTO 8863+ Intercity 562 | On time 06:40 Rome Termini | 11h00 | 17:40 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
9903+ FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Regionale 21109 · Autobus PZ201 | On time 06:40 Rome Termini | 12h10 | 18:50 Taranto station | 3 changes | |
9903+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9623+ Regionale 4297 | On time 06:40 Rome Termini | 13h09 | 19:49 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 551+ Autobus PZ111 · Regionale 23731 | 08:26 Rome Termini | 7h05 | 15:31 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 551 · Intercity 562 | 08:26 Rome Termini | 9h14 | 17:40 Taranto station | 1 change | |
9967+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Intercity 707 | On time 08:41 Rome Termini | 12h19 | 21:00 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
9967+ FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Regionale 21109 · Autobus PZ201 | On time 08:41 Rome Termini | 10h09 | 18:50 Taranto station | 3 changes | |
9967+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9623+ Regionale 4297 | On time 08:41 Rome Termini | 11h08 | 19:49 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
9971+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Intercity 707 | On time 09:40 Rome Termini | 11h20 | 21:00 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
9971+ FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Regionale 21109 · Autobus PZ201 | On time 09:40 Rome Termini | 9h10 | 18:50 Taranto station | 3 changes | |
9971+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9623+ Regionale 4297 | On time 09:40 Rome Termini | 10h09 | 19:49 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 727+ Regionale 21109 · Autobus PZ201 | 10:26 Rome Termini | 8h24 | 18:50 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
9998+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Intercity 707 | 10:40 Rome Termini | 10h20 | 21:00 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
9998+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 10:40 Rome Termini | 12h02 | 22:42 Taranto station | 1 change | |
9998+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9623+ Regionale 4297 | 10:40 Rome Termini | 9h09 | 19:49 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
9919+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | On time 11:30 Rome Termini | 11h12 | 22:42 Taranto station | 1 change | |
9975+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | On time 11:40 Rome Termini | 11h02 | 22:42 Taranto station | 1 change | |
9975+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9623+ Regionale 4297 | On time 11:40 Rome Termini | 8h09 | 19:49 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 21071 · Regionale 4297 | 11:56 Rome Termini | 7h53 | 19:49 Taranto station | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8311+ Regionale 19851 | 12:15 Rome Termini | 5h54 | 18:09 Taranto station | 1 change | |
Intercity 1523+ Regionale 4297 | On time 12:29 Rome Tiburtina | 7h20 | 19:49 Taranto station | 1 change | |
8907+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 12:30 Rome Termini | 10h12 | 22:42 Taranto station | 1 change | |
9977+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | On time 12:40 Rome Termini | 10h02 | 22:42 Taranto station | 1 change | |
9977+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9623+ Regionale 4297 | On time 12:40 Rome Termini | 7h09 | 19:49 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
9927+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Intercity 707 | 13:30 Rome Termini | 7h30 | 21:00 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
9927+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 13:30 Rome Termini | 9h12 | 22:42 Taranto station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9625+ Regionale 4297 | 13:53 Rome Termini | 5h56 | 19:49 Taranto station | 1 change | |
9931 · 2729 | 14:12 Rome Tiburtina | 6h23 | 20:35 Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 1 change | |
Intercity 707 | 14:26 Rome Termini | 6h34 | 21:00 Taranto station | 0 changesdirect | |
9931+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 14:30 Rome Termini | 8h12 | 22:42 Taranto station | 1 change | |
9931 · 2729 | 14:30 Rome Termini | 6h05 | 20:35 Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 1 change | |
9981+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Intercity 707 | On time 14:40 Rome Termini | 6h20 | 21:00 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
9981+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | On time 14:40 Rome Termini | 8h02 | 22:42 Taranto station | 1 change | |
Intercity 561+ BUS LP986 | 15:26 Rome Termini | 12h19 | 03:45 Taranto station | 1 change | |
9935+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | On time 15:30 Rome Termini | 7h12 | 22:42 Taranto station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Intercity 707 | 15:35 Rome Termini | 5h25 | 21:00 Taranto station | 1 change | |
8913+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 16:15 Rome Termini | 6h27 | 22:42 Taranto station | 1 change | |
8143+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 17:30 Rome Termini | 5h12 | 22:42 Taranto station | 1 change | |
9987+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | On time 17:40 Rome Termini | 5h02 | 22:42 Taranto station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 18:00 Rome Termini | 4h42 | 22:42 Taranto station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4516+ InterCityNotte 765 | 20:17 Rome Termini | 11h03 | 07:20 Taranto station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 795+ Autobus PZ131 · Regionale 23729 | 22:26 Rome Ostiense | 10h47 | 09:13 Taranto station | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rome to Taranto
Trains from Rome to Taranto run on average 20 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 427 km distance in 4h 42m.
Distance 427 km |
Average train duration 6h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 42m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Intercity, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Frecciargento, Italo, Intercity Notte, Trenitalia from Rome to Taranto trainsIntercity, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Frecciargento, Italo, Intercity Notte, Trenitalia trains will get you between Rome and Taranto from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Intercity Notte
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FAQs: Rome to Taranto train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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 Rome and Taranto
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with both short-term and long-term options.
- Ramen Bar Akira
- Eataly Roma
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Abitart
- Hotel San Anselmo
- Hotel Villa San Pio
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for metropolitan services
- Metro: Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes.
- Luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
- Rock n’ Coffee Roma
- Arabian Kebab
- Ingredienti
- McDonald’s
- Numb's Bakery Café
- Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
- B&B Rome Tiburtina
- B&B Alba Domus Roma
- Hotel delle Province
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Metro lines: LB
- Bus lines: 62, 71, 111, 111F, 120F, 135, 163, 168, 211, 309, 409, n409, n041, C2, C3, Airport Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FA, IC, REG, FL1, FL2, FL3
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Acafe
- Moka Café
- Roadhouse Grill
- McDonald's
- Gusto
- Chef Express
- Coop Minimarket
- Mercato Centrale
- The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
- Archi di Roma Guest House
- Gemma di Roma
- The Liberty Boutique Hotel
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Located near Platform 24.
- Metro lines: A (red), B (blue)
- Bus lines: 5, H, 38, 40 Express, 50 Express, 64, 66, 70, 75, 82, 90 Express, 92, 105, 150F, 223, 310, 590, 714, 910, C2, C3
- Tram lines: 5, 14
- Train lines: Italo, FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, EN, CNL, R, Leonardo Express
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via Tuscolana.
- Ristorante Tuscolano
- Osteria del Cavaliere
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- B&B Hotel Roma Tuscolana San Giovanni
- Hotel Re di Roma
- Hotel Tuscolana
- Patriza’s Home
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and local destinations
- Metro: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via di Monte Verde.
- Trattoria Da Enzo al 29
- Osteria der Belli
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel San Francesco
- Hotel Ripa Roma
- Hotel Santa Maria
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and local trains
- Tram: Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via della Stazione di San Pietro.
- Ristorante La Vittoria
- Osteria dei Pontefici
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Starhotels Michelangelo Rome
- Hotel San Pietro
- Hotel Paolo II
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to various regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 19
- Metro: Closest station is Ottaviano on Line A
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the hospital and station area.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Courtyard Rome Central Park
- Hotel Zone
- Excel Roma Montemario
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station is a small regional stop with basic facilities, primarily serving the nearby hospital.
- FM3 train line
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with both open and undercover spaces.
- La Sughereta
- Belstay Roma Aurelia Restaurant
- Old wild west (steak house)
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Belstay Roma Aurelia
- ibis Styles Roma Aurelia
- Hotel Roma Aurelia Antica
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Line A (via bus connection)
- 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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