The average train between Lecce and Matera takes 5h 23m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. 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 3 times a day between Lecce and Matera. The earliest departure is at 8:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lecce is at 9:17 PM which arrives into Matera at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Bari Centrale and take an average of 5h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want 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 23m.
Lecce to Matera train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Lecce station.
Lecce to Matera train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Altamura station.
Book your Lecce to Matera train tickets online with Trenitalia, Ferrovie Appulo Lucane and 2 other operators.
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 5h 2m.