The average train between Lecce and Matera takes 5h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Lecce 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 5 times a day between Lecce and Matera. The earliest departure is at 10:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lecce is at 9:53 PM which arrives into Matera at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Bari Centrale and take an average of 5h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 7m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Lecce 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 Lecce to Matera. However, there are services departing from Lecce station and arriving at Matera station via Bari Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.
Lecce to Matera train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Lecce station.
Lecce to Matera train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Altamura station.
Book your Lecce to Matera train tickets online with Trenitalia Frecce, Ferrovie Appulo Lucane and Trenitalia.
The distance between Lecce and Matera is 137 km. The road distance is 224 km.
You can take a train from Lecce to Matera Sud via Bari Centrale and Altamura in around 4h 56m.