The cheapest and fastest trains from Lecce to Taranto
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lecce to Taranto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lecce to Taranto will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 7 trains that leave Lecce for Taranto on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 81 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 12 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
InterCityNotte 758
Intercity 566
Intercity 612
SALENTO LINE 4436 · Regionale 19857
SALENTO LINE 4376+
Intercity 558
InterCityNotte 758
Intercity 566
Intercity 612
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8326 · FRECCIAROSSA 8807
SALENTO LINE 4376+
Intercity 558Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lecce to Taranto
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lecce to Taranto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €2, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 81 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€12 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest |
2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lecce to Taranto train times
The table below shows live departures for Lecce to Taranto trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIARGENTO 8302+ Regionale 19970 | 5:07 AM Lecce station | 1h43 | 6:50 AM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 612 | 7:42 AM Lecce station | 1h42 | 9:24 AM Taranto station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SALENTO LINE 4402 · Regionale 19974 | 9:17 AM Lecce station | 1h48 | 11:05 AM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 566 | 10:35 AM Lecce station | 1h29 | 12:04 PM Taranto station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SALENTO LINE 4412 · Regionale 19976 | 12:17 PM Lecce station | 1h56 | 2:13 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
SALENTO LINE 4430 · Regionale 19980 | 3:05 PM Lecce station | 1h47 | 4:52 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
SALENTO LINE 4434 · Regionale 19982 | 4:25 PM Lecce station | 1h55 | 6:20 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 758 | 5:31 PM Lecce station | 1h29 | 7:00 PM Taranto station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 4440 · Regionale 19984 | 6:05 PM Lecce station | 2h18 | 8:23 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
SALENTO LINE 4448 · Regionale 19863 | 8:17 PM Lecce station | 3h42 | 11:59 PM Taranto station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lecce to Taranto
Trains from Lecce to Taranto run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €2 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:17, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 81 km distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 81 km |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 04:17 |
Last train 21:17 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Ferrovie del Sud Est from Lecce to Taranto trainsRegionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Ferrovie del Sud Est trains will get you between Lecce and Taranto from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lecce to Taranto
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lecce to Taranto by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Taranto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Lecce, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Lecce, Lecce, City Terminal Station and Lecce, Via Don Bosco (Stazione). When arriving in Taranto, you can end your trip in train stations like Taranto, Taranto, Porto Mercantile and Taranto, Terminal Cimino.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Lecce, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Taranto, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lecce to Taranto
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main road.
- Alibi Creative Club
- Osteria degli Spiriti
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hilton Garden Inn Lecce
- Patria Palace Hotel
- Risorgimento Resort
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and intercity destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional train connections
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours.
- Ristorante Al Gambero
- Trattoria del Pescatore
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Plaza Taranto
- Mercure Delfino Taranto
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to various Italian destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
- Parking is available nearby, but specific details are not provided.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Hotel Plaza Taranto
- Hotel Europa
- Bus: Several lines available
- Walk to nearby bus station for additional connections
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