The average train between Rome and Taranto takes 6h 8m and the fastest train takes 4h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Rome 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 3 times a day between Rome and Taranto. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rome is at 7:30 PM which arrives into Taranto at 12:50 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 6h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rome station and arriving at Taranto station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 6h 8m.
Rome to Taranto train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Roma Termini station.
Rome to Taranto train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Taranto station.
Book your Rome to Taranto train tickets online with Trenitalia Intercity and Trenitalia Frecce.
The distance between Rome and Taranto is 428 km. The road distance is 521 km.
Trenitalia Frecce operates a train from Roma Termini to Taranto twice daily. Tickets cost €75–160 and the journey takes 5h 18m. Trenitalia Intercity also services this route 4 times a day.