Travel by train from Rome to Taranto
The average journey from Rome to Taranto takes on average 6 h 26 min. Around 6 trains depart a day from Rome to Taranto. The average price is $35.03, and the lowest ticket pricing starts at around $14.27.
If you travel from Rome to Taranto by train, you will leave from Roma Termini station, located in the heart of the city.
Transportation is provided by the Trenitalia train company and there are several possible trains to take, in combination with each other.
- Frecciarossa and Frecciargento: the fastest and most expensive trains.
- Regional Train: a slow and cheap train, it takes longer to reach the final destination, when compared with alternative No. 3.
- Fast Regional Train: is a faster alternative than Regional Train, at the same price.
- Intercity: in this train you can select your seat for free.
Within the No. 2 and No. 3 train types, you will not have WiFi service or seat selection options. These are cheaper alternatives, but we recommend that you change trains and upgrade to a higher category at some point in your journey to make your trip more comfortable and faster.
Inside Frecciarossa and Frecciargento trains you will have free Wi-Fi, seats, and places to store your luggage. From Premium Class, there is an on-board welcome service offering snacks and hot and cold drinks, served at your seat.
As for seats, you can choose from the following alternatives, listed from cheapest to most expensive:
- Standard Class
- Premium Class
- Business Class
- Executive Class
From Rome to Taranto, the train is one of the best ways to travel. Once you reach the city of Taranto, you will not run out of things to do or see. In the old city, we recommend visiting the Aragonese Castle, which is also the symbol of the city. Also not to be missed is the Temple of Poseidon. If you are passionate about museums, enjoy a visit to MArTA, the National Archaeological Museum. Don't forget to visit the Cathedral of San Cataldo and the Taranto Underground.
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