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Bari to Taranto Bus Schedule
Bus from Bari to Taranto: Journey Information
There are 12 intercity buses per day from Bari to Taranto. Traveling by bus from Bari to Taranto usually takes around one hour and 31 minutes, but the fastest Inter Saj bus can make the trip in just one hour and 6 minutes.
| Distance | 49 mi (79 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 6m |
| Cheapest price | €4.44 |
| Trips per day | 11 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 5 |
What bus companies travel from Bari to Taranto?
There are 5 bus lines from Bari to Taranto available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 7 daily trips, FlixBus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 7 | 1h 47m | €11.51 |
| Inter Saj | 2 | 1h 9m | €10.38 |
| Itabus | 1 | 1h 28m | €10.39 |
| Marino | 1 | 1h 30m | €9.93 |
| Pugliairbus | 2 | 1h 15m | €9.55 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 7 trips from Bari to Taranto, and usually makes the trip in about 1 hours and 47 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Inter Saj is a regional bus company based in Bari, a city close to the heel of Italy's boot, with services to cities like Bari, Quattromiglia, Rome, Policoro, and Milan. Inter Saj welcomes passengers on board with air conditioning – which is especially nice during those hot Italian summers. There's also onboard WiFi for entertainment during longer trips.
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.
Pugliairbus is an Italian coach company operating in the Puglia region (hence the name), which stretches along the southern sections of Italy’s Adriatic Sea coast and includes the ‘heel’ of Italy’s boot. Destinations include Matera and Taranto, with their most popular routes going between Foggia and Bari. Since the company is part of the Metaurobus group, its buses aren’t always labeled with Pugliairbus branding. If you’re ever unsure, the bus drivers will be happy to help you find what you’re looking for.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Bari to Taranto
The bus takes an average of one hour and 31 minutes to cover the 49 miles from Bari to Taranto. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 6 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Bari to Taranto, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Bari
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Image credit: Unsplash
Located in the Italian region of Puglia, Bari is a large port city on the Adriatic coast. Although often overlooked in favor of the more popular Lecce, Bari has much to offer visitors. Bari is home to a large university, meaning its student population injects youthfulness into the city to contrast with its historical appeal.
To explore the city's extensive history, visit the Basilica di San Nicola. This Norman church was one of the first of its kind to be built in southern Italy, and it takes its name from St Nicholas, better known as Father Christmas, whose remains are buried there. Next, take a walk through Bari Vecchia to experience the old town, situated on the peninsula above the old harbor. The charming cobbled streets and twisting alleys offer a relaxing place to meander through historic buildings and meet some of Bari's friendly locals.
The region is also famous for its Cucina Povera, or "food of the poor," a local cuisine that emphasizes delicious but straightforward foods using only local and seasonal ingredients. You can sample these traditional foods in the city's many restaurants and street food vendors.
Bari has its own airport, and metro services connect the airport to the central train station. In addition, numerous bus companies run services to Bari, and frequent trains connect the town to other Italian destinations.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Bari?
Main departure station: Via Giuseppe Capruzzi 178
Bari Centrale transit center is the main train and bus station in Bari with impressive architecture is from its founding in 1864. The station has 16 platforms for trains heading across Italy, including Milan, Bologna, Rome, Venice, and plenty of cities along the way. Bus services also use the station as a bus stop. The transit center has a spacious waiting area, bar and cafe, snack kiosk, supermarket, vending machines, and ticket offices.
All bus stations in Bari:
Via Giuseppe Capruzzi 178
Bari Airport Arrivals Terminal
Via Giuseppe Capruzzi 166
Viale Quinto Ennio
Bari Train Station (Via Capruzzi 224)
Bari Airport - Departures Terminal
Bari Central Train Station (Via Capruzzi)
Where does the bus arrive in Taranto?
Main arrival station: Taranto (Terminal Cimino)
Buses arrive in Taranto at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Taranto:
Taranto (Terminal Cimino)
Via Cristoforo Colombo
Train Station
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