The average train between Pompei and Taranto takes 5h 4m and the fastest train takes 4h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Pompei to Taranto. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Pompei and Taranto. The earliest departure is at 8:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pompei is at 10:47 PM which arrives into Taranto at 12:52 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Pompei to Taranto. However, there are services departing from Pompei station and arriving at Taranto station via Taranto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.
Pompei to Taranto train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Salerno station.
Pompei to Taranto train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Taranto station.
Book your Pompei to Taranto train tickets online with Trenitalia, Trenitalia Intercity and Trenitalia Frecce.
The distance between Pompei and Taranto is 234.3 km. The road distance is 288 km.
Trenitalia Intercity operates a train from Salerno to Taranto twice daily. Tickets cost €27–60 and the journey takes 3h 38m. Two other operators also service this route.