What is the distance between Messina and Taranto?

About 182 miles (293 km) separate Messina and Taranto.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Messina to Taranto?

If you're headed to Taranto from Messina, chances are that your bus will leave from Messina Centrale and arrive at Taranto Terminal Bus. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Messina to Taranto from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Messina to Taranto on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:05am	Messina Centrale	7h 5m	5:10pm	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Messina to Taranto on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50pm	Messina Centrale	6h 20m	6:10am	Taranto Via per San Giorgio	CheapestFastest
Bus	11:50pm	Messina Centrale	6h 20m	6:10am	Taranto Via per San Giorgio	No tags
Bus	10:05am	Messina Centrale	7h 5m	5:10pm	Taranto (Terminal Cimino)	No tags
Bus	11:50pm	Messina Centrale	6h 20m	6:10am	Taranto Via per San Giorgio	No tags
Bus	11:50pm	Messina Centrale	6h 20m	6:10am	Taranto Via per San Giorgio	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 11:39 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Messina to Taranto

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Taranto. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

6h 30mAverage Duration

183 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $165	Average Duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$29 - $29	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Itabus

4/5944 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

FlixBus

3.5/511,360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Itabus

4/5944 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

IT bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Where are the popular stops in Messina and Taranto?

Stops in Messina

A - Messina Centrale

B - Piazza della Repubblica

C - Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 263

D - Porto

Stops in Taranto

A - Taranto Terminal Bus

B - Fermata dell'autobus Taranto

C - Taranto - Porto Mercantile

D - Taranto Bivio Massafra

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Messina to Taranto by bus

What is the distance between Messina and Taranto?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Messina to Taranto?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$52

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$48

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$30

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The cheapest trip from Messina to Taranto was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $30

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

You can expect to pay from $30 to $58 for a bus ticket from Messina to Taranto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-11-22.

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.