The average train between Lugano and Matera takes 14h 33m and the fastest train takes 10h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Lugano 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 Lugano and Matera. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lugano is at 9:02 PM which arrives into Matera at 5:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Milano Centrale and take an average of 14h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Lugano 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 Lugano to Matera. However, there are services departing from Lugano station and arriving at Matera station via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 33m.
Lugano to Matera train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Lugano station.
Lugano to Matera train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Altamura station.
Book your Lugano to Matera train tickets online with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenitalia Frecce and Ferrovie Appulo Lucane.
The distance between Lugano and Matera is 856.8 km. The road distance is 1,009 km.
You can take a train from Lugano to Matera Sud via Milano Centrale, Bari Centrale, and Altamura in around 11h 52m.