The average train between Matera and Rome takes 10h 50m and the fastest train takes 6h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Matera to Rome. 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 Matera and Rome. The earliest departure is at 12:06 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Matera is at 10:07 PM which arrives into Rome at 12:05 PM. All services require a transfer at Altamura and take an average of 10h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Matera to Rome? 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 Matera to Rome. However, there are services departing from Matera station and arriving at Rome station via Bari Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 50m.
Matera to Rome train services, operated by Ferrovie Appulo Lucane, depart from Altamura station.
Matera to Rome train services, operated by Ferrovie Appulo Lucane, arrive at Roma Termini station.
Book your Matera to Rome train tickets online with Ferrovie Appulo Lucane and Trenitalia Frecce.
The distance between Matera and Rome is 369.3 km. The road distance is 552 km.
You can take a train from Matera Centrale Station to Roma Termini via Altamura and Bari Centrale in around 7h 54m.