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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Messina to Taranto. Traveling by bus from Messina to Taranto usually takes around 6 hours and 27 minutes, but the fastest Itabus bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 181 mi (291 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 10m |
| Cheapest price | €23.14 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Sais Autolinee |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Messina to Taranto?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Messina to Taranto that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Sais Autolinee usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Itabus | 1 | 6h 10m | €33.50 |
| Sais Autolinee | 2 | 6h 36m | €53.39 |
Itabus is an Italian bus company servicing the whole peninsula, including major tourist hotspots like Rome, Trieste, and Catania. The company has both single and double-decker buses with clean, comfortable seats, complimentary WiFi, power outlets, restrooms, and air conditioning. Upgrade to a premium ticket for even larger seats and extendable armchairs.
Book Sais Autolinee from Messina to Taranto from €51. There are 2 Sais Autolinee schedules from Messina to Taranto and you can expect on average to pay for a Sais Autolinee ticket to Taranto. In Messina, Sais Autolinee departs to Taranto from Piazza della Repubblica 14 and no other station. In Taranto, Sais Autolinee arrives at Via Napoli (porto Mercantile) and no other station.
An average trip on Sais Autolinee from Messina to Taranto takes 6 hours and 36 minutes , while the fastest available Sais Autolinee trip will get you to Taranto in 6 hours and 10 minutes .
On weekends, Sais Autolinee offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Taranto.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 27 minutes to cover the 291 kilometers from Messina to Taranto. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Taranto at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 10:00pm and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Messina to Taranto, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Messina?
Main departure station: Piazza della Repubblica 14
Messina has two bus stations with service to Taranto.
All bus stations in Messina:
Piazza della Repubblica 14
Piazza della Repubblica (Stazione)
Where does the bus arrive in Taranto?
Main arrival station: Via Napoli (porto Mercantile)
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Taranto.
Bus stations in Taranto:
Via Napoli (porto Mercantile)
Porto Mercantile Bus Station
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