The average train between Matera and Taranto takes 4h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Matera to Taranto. 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 every 3 hours between Matera and Taranto. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Matera is at 10:07 PM which arrives into Taranto at 7:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Altamura and take an average of 4h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


2h 39m • 2 changes


2h 39m • 2 changes


3h • 2 changes


3h 33m • 2 changes


2h 57m • 2 changes


2h 38m • 2 changes


3h 8m • 2 changes


2h 51m • 2 changes


2h 57m • 2 changes


2h 38m • 2 changes


3h 8m • 2 changes


2h 51m • 2 changes


2h 57m • 2 changes


2h 38m • 2 changes


3h 8m • 2 changes


2h 51m • 2 changes


2h 57m • 2 changes


2h 38m • 2 changes


3h 8m • 2 changes


2h 51m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Matera to Taranto? 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 Taranto. However, there are services departing from Matera station and arriving at Taranto station via Modugno. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.
Matera to Taranto train services, operated by Ferrovie Appulo Lucane, depart from Altamura station.
Matera to Taranto train services, operated by Ferrovie Appulo Lucane, arrive at Taranto station.
The distance between Matera and Taranto is 58.7 km. The road distance is 169 km.
You can take a train from Matera Centrale Station to Taranto via Altamura, Modugno, and Modugno in around 4h 6m.