The average train between Merano and Matera takes 16h 50m and the fastest train takes 13h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Merano 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 twice daily between Merano and Matera. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Merano is at 9:46 PM which arrives into Matera at 5:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Bolzano Bozen and take an average of 16h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Merano 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 Merano to Matera. However, there are services departing from Merano station and arriving at Matera station via Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 50m.
Merano to Matera train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Bolzano Bozen station.
Merano to Matera train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Altamura station.
The distance between Merano and Matera is 797.8 km. The road distance is 1,012 km.
You can take a train from Merano Meran to Matera Sud via Bolzano Bozen, Bologna Centrale, Bari Centrale, and Altamura in around 13h 46m.