How much is the bus ticket from Rome to Taranto?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rome to Taranto start from $21. The average price for this route is around $64. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Rome to Taranto?

The average bus travel time from Rome to Taranto is 8h 15m, covering a distance of 431 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Rome to Taranto route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Itabus , MarinoBus , GoOpti .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rome to Taranto?

The earliest bus departs from Rome to Taranto at 4:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rome to Taranto?

A bus trip from Rome to Taranto generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Rome to Taranto?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is GoOpti , with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Taranto?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company GoOpti has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rome to Taranto?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is GoOpti , with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rome to Taranto?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is GoOpti , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Rome to Taranto from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rome to Taranto on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30pm	Rome Fiumicino Airport	8h 50m	7:20am	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	Cheapest
Bus	9:30am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	6h 20m	3:50pm	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	Fastest
Bus	5:30am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	7h 35m	1:05pm	Taranto Via per San Giorgio	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	7h 25m	2:25pm	Taranto Via per San Giorgio	No tags
Bus	11:55am	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	10h 25m	10:20pm	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Taranto on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30pm	Rome Fiumicino Airport	8h 50m	7:20am	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	Cheapest
Bus	9:30am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	6h 20m	3:50pm	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	Fastest
Bus	5:30am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	7h 35m	1:05pm	Taranto Via per San Giorgio	No tags
Bus	11:50pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	8h	7:50am	Taranto Via per San Giorgio	No tags
Bus	4:10am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	8h 15m	12:25pm	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Taranto on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30pm	Rome Fiumicino Airport	8h 50m	7:20am	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	Cheapest
Bus	3:15pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	7h 5m	10:20pm	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	Fastest
Bus	5:30am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	7h 35m	1:05pm	Taranto Via per San Giorgio	No tags
Bus	11:50pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	8h	7:50am	Taranto Via per San Giorgio	No tags
Bus	4:10am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	8h 15m	12:25pm	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Taranto on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30pm	Rome Fiumicino Airport	8h 50m	7:20am	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	Cheapest
Bus	10:30pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	6h 40m	5:10am	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	Fastest
Bus	5:30am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	7h 35m	1:05pm	Taranto Via per San Giorgio	No tags
Bus	11:50pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	8h	7:50am	Taranto Via per San Giorgio	No tags
Bus	11:55am	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	10h 25m	10:20pm	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Taranto on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	7h 55m	6:25pm	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	Cheapest
Bus	9:30am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	6h 20m	3:50pm	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	Fastest
Bus	5:30am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	7h 35m	1:05pm	Taranto Via per San Giorgio	No tags
Bus	11:50pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	8h	7:50am	Taranto Via per San Giorgio	No tags
Bus	11:55am	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	10h 25m	10:20pm	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Taranto on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30pm	Rome Fiumicino Airport	8h 50m	7:20am	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	Cheapest
Bus	9:30am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	6h 20m	3:50pm	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	Fastest
Bus	5:30am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	7h 35m	1:05pm	Taranto Via per San Giorgio	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	7h 25m	2:25pm	Taranto Via per San Giorgio	No tags
Bus	11:55am	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	10h 25m	10:20pm	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Taranto on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30pm	Rome Fiumicino Airport	8h 50m	7:20am	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	Cheapest
Bus	9:30am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	6h 20m	3:50pm	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	Fastest
Bus	5:30am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	7h 35m	1:05pm	Taranto Via per San Giorgio	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	7h 25m	2:25pm	Taranto Via per San Giorgio	No tags
Bus	11:55am	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	10h 25m	10:20pm	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:04 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Rome to Taranto

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Taranto. The journey takes about 6 hours, and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

6hAverage Duration

430 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $223	Average Duration8h 15m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$49 - $456	Average Duration6h 36m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$41 - $80	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rome and Taranto?

Stops in Rome

A
Rome Ciampino Airport
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B
Rome Fiumicino Airport
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C
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Largo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
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D
Castro Pretorio
Viale Castro Pretorio 76, 00185 Roma, Italy
E
Roma
F
Anagnina
Via Vincenzo Giudice, 00173 Roma RM, Italy

Stops in Taranto

A
Taranto Terminal Bus
Via Napoli, 519-535, 74123 Taranto TA, Italy
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B
Fermata dell'autobus Taranto
Piazza della Libertà, 1, 74123 Taranto TA, Italy
Visit page
C
Taranto - Porto Mercantile
Strada Statale 7 Via Appia, 74016 Massafra TA, Italy
D
Taranto Bivio Massafra
Via Pentite, 61, 74123 Taranto TA, Italy

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,484 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Itabus

4/5948 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

MarinoBus

4/5896 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.3

Based on 896 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. MarinoBus ticket prices on this trip start at $55

MarinoBus Rome Taranto recent customer reviews

The trip on line was direct but we had to change bus and we stop for lunch after 5hrs of driving and I was up from 5am leaving Rome at 7 am very disappointing

Fortunato Luciano L.

August 2, 2022

GoOpti

4.5/5140 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi4

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rome to Taranto by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Rome to Taranto?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rome to Taranto start from $21. The average price for this route is around $64. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Rome to Taranto?
The average bus travel time from Rome to Taranto is 8h 15m, covering a distance of 431 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Rome to Taranto route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, MarinoBus, GoOpti.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rome to Taranto?
The earliest bus departs from Rome to Taranto at 4:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rome to Taranto?
A bus trip from Rome to Taranto generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Rome to Taranto?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is GoOpti, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Taranto?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company GoOpti has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rome to Taranto?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is GoOpti, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rome to Taranto?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is GoOpti, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-29

$38

11-30

$48

Today

$29

12-02

$29

12-03

$29

12-04

$19

12-05

$33

12-06

$16

The cheapest trip from Rome to Taranto was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rome to Taranto, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $171 for a bus ticket from Rome to Taranto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-12-06.

Usually Itabus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.