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Badia Vecchia
Museum within the Badia Vecchia tower, displaying archaeological material linked to Taormina and the surrounding area.
Cheapest price on 17 Oct
£46
Average ticket price on 17 Oct
£53
Fastest journey on 17 Oct
6 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 17 Oct
6 h 47 m
Trains on 17 Oct
3
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salerno to Taormina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salerno to Taormina will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
On Sat 17 Oct, we found 3 trains from Salerno to Taormina, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 6 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 33 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.
Intercity 723+
BUS L721A
Intercity 95057+
BUS L727D
InterCityNotte 1955
Intercity 723+
BUS L721A
Intercity 95057+
BUS L727D
InterCityNotte 1955Trains from Salerno to Taormina run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 317 km distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 317 km |
Average train duration 6h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 45m |
First train 0:18 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month May |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Salerno to Taormina trains for today, Friday 16 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 1955 | 23:43 Salerno station | 7h04 | 6:47 Taormina-Giardini | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 17 October | |||||
Intercity 723+ BUS L721A | 10:32 Salerno station | 6h21 | 16:53 Taormina-Giardini | 1 change | |
Intercity 95057+ BUS L727D | 14:25 Salerno station | 6h28 | 20:53 Taormina-Giardini | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Museum within the Badia Vecchia tower, displaying archaeological material linked to Taormina and the surrounding area.
Compact museum in Palazzo Ciampoli presenting archaeological exhibitions in a restored historic building near the centre.
Art venue for temporary exhibitions inside a medieval palace. Worth visiting for the architecture and changing cultural programme.
Taormina’s main pedestrian street, lined with historic buildings, shops and churches. Ideal for a first walk through the old town.
Elegant square beside San Giuseppe church and the clock tower, with terraces overlooking the coastline and Mount Etna.
Public garden created by Florence Trevelyan, with exotic plants, shaded paths and viewpoints over the sea and the theatre area.
Crisp rice balls filled with ragù, peas and cheese, then fried. A Sicilian street-food classic found across the island, including Taormina.
Fresh pasta with fried aubergine, tomato, basil and salted ricotta. Named for Catania-born opera Norma and deeply rooted in eastern Sicilian cooking.
Sweet ricotta-filled pastry tubes, often with pistachio or candied fruit. One of Sicily’s most iconic desserts and a staple in Taormina pastry shops.
Refined dining with Sicilian seafood and seasonal tasting menus, served in an elegant setting with views over the Taormina coastline.
Historic casual venue known for Sicilian pastries, granita and light meals, with a Belle Époque atmosphere in the heart of Taormina.
Established restaurant near Porta Messina specialising in fresh fish, shellfish and Sicilian recipes, with polished but relaxed service.
Taormina is pricier than many Sicilian towns, with higher hotel and restaurant prices in peak season, while local buses and cafés remain fairly reasonable.
Service is often included or rounded in. Restaurants: leave 5-10% for excellent service. Cafés: round up or leave small change. Taxis: round up the fare.
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Taormina-Giardini -> Porta Messina, Taormina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salerno to Taormina 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 Taormina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salerno to Taormina trains use the Salerno to Taormina-Giardini station pair. Use this guide to compare Salerno and Taormina train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Salerno has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Cicirinella, La Botte Pazza, Puro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salerno. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salerno. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salerno: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salerno: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salerno: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza, Grand Hotel Salerno, Hotel Montestella, Hotel Montestella.
Duomo - Via Vernieri has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Ristorante Cicirinella, Osteria dei Sapori
Ticket office support is available at Duomo - Via Vernieri.
Available at Duomo - Via Vernieri: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duomo - Via Vernieri: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duomo - Via Vernieri: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza, Hotel Montestella, Grand Hotel Salerno, Hotel Montestella.
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