The average train between Parma and Matera takes 12h 6m and the fastest train takes 10h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Parma 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 Parma and Matera. The earliest departure is at 7:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Parma is at 4:27 PM which arrives into Matera at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Bologna Centrale and take an average of 12h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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15h 9m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Parma 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 Parma to Matera. However, there are services departing from Parma station and arriving at Matera station via Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 6m.
Parma to Matera train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Parma station.
Parma to Matera train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Ferrandina-Pom.Migl. station.
Book your Parma to Matera train tickets online with Trenitalia, Trenitalia Frecce and 2 other operators.
The distance between Parma and Matera is 688.2 km. The road distance is 915 km.
You can take a train from Parma to Matera - Via Dante Alighieri via Bologna Centrale, Ferrandina-Pom.Migl., and Ferrandina in around 9h 55m.