The average train between Genoa and Matera takes 18h 49m and the fastest train takes 14h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Genoa to Matera. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Genoa and Matera. The earliest departure is at 7:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Genoa is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Matera at 5:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Piacenza and take an average of 18h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Genoa to Matera? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Genoa to Matera. However, there are services departing from Genoa station and arriving at Matera station via Piacenza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 49m.
Genoa to Matera train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Genova Brignole station.
Genoa to Matera train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Altamura station.
Book your Genoa to Matera train tickets online with Trenitalia Intercity and Ferrovie Appulo Lucane.
The distance between Genoa and Matera is 752.3 km. The road distance is 1,004 km.
You can take a train from Genova Brignole to Matera Sud via Piacenza, Bari Centrale, and Altamura in around 14h 47m.