The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rome to Taranto
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 21 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
427 km
The best way to find a cheap coach 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 $81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $47.
Of the 19 buses that leave Rome for Taranto every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 427 km distance in an average of 6 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 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.


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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 $14. 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 $14, and a flight costs an average of $30.
Distance: 427 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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$36 Average Price Cheapest | $55 Average Price | $167 Average Price |
7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Rome to Taranto bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Taranto coaches for today, Saturday, 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 am Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h15 | 11:25 am Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 1 change | |
2421 | 4:30 am Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 7h35 | 12:05 pm Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 changesdirect | |
9903+ FRECCIARGENTO 8863+ Autobus PZ107 · Autobus PZ103 | On time 6:40 am Rome Termini | 8h03 | 2:43 pm Taranto station | 3 changes | |
9903+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ FRECCIALINK LK015+ Autobus PZ201 | On time 6:40 am Rome Termini | 12h10 | 6:50 pm Taranto station | 3 changes | |
FlixBus | 8:30 am Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h20 | 2:50 pm Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 changesdirect | |
9967+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ FRECCIALINK LK015+ Autobus PZ201 | On time 8:41 am Rome Termini | 10h09 | 6:50 pm Taranto station | 3 changes | |
FlixBus | 9:30 am Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 7h55 | 5:25 pm Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 21061 · Autobus PZ101 · Autobus PZ201 | 9:36 am Rome Termini | 9h14 | 6:50 pm Taranto station | 2 changes | |
9971+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ FRECCIALINK LK015+ Autobus PZ201 | 9:40 am Rome Termini | 9h10 | 6:50 pm Taranto station | 3 changes | |
9998+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ FRECCIALINK LK015+ Autobus PZ201 | 10:40 am Rome Termini | 8h10 | 6:50 pm Taranto station | 3 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ FRECCIALINK LK015+ Autobus PZ201 | 11:00 am Rome Termini | 7h50 | 6:50 pm Taranto station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 11:30 am Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 7h10 | 6:40 pm Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 changesdirect | |
2729 | 1:25 pm Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 7h10 | 8:35 pm Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 changesdirect | |
303 · 305 | 1:30 pm Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h25 | 7:55 pm Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 2:15 pm Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 7h05 | 9:20 pm Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 pm Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 8h30 | 10:45 pm Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 1 change | |
4411 | 3:25 pm Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h00 | 11:25 pm Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 pm Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 7h00 | 10:45 pm Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 pm Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h40 | 4:10 am Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 pm Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 7h50 | 6:20 am Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 changesdirect | |
1225 | 10:35 pm Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 7h50 | 6:25 am Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 changesdirect | |
1107 · 2203 | 10:40 pm Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h15 | 7:55 am Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 1 change | |
106 | 10:50 pm Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h00 | 6:50 am Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome to Taranto
Buses from Rome to Taranto run on average 22 times per day, taking around 6h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 427 km distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 427 km |
Average bus duration 6h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar from Rome to TarantoYou can travel by bus between Rome to Taranto with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar for as low as $14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Rome to Taranto coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Taranto by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Taranto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Taranto, Terminal Cimino, located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rome and Taranto
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ristorante Italiano (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 520, 720 Train: Leonardo Express
- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Caffè Terminal (in the station)
- Ristorante Pizzeria Cimino (0.2 km)
- Trattoria Al Gambero (0.5 km).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 3, 5 Train: FS
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