What is the cheapest way to get from Calabria to Matera?

The cheapest way to get from Calabria to Matera is to bus via Cosenza which costs €18 - €25 and takes 8h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Calabria to Matera?

The fastest way to get from Calabria to Matera is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Calabria and Matera?

No, there is no direct bus from Calabria to Matera. However, there are services departing from Reggio Calabria and arriving at Matera via Villa San Giovanni and Scanzano Jonico. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Calabria to Matera?

The distance between Calabria and Matera is 373 km. The road distance is 374.6 km.

How do I travel from Calabria to Matera without a car?

The best way to get from Calabria to Matera without a car is to train and bus via Santa Eufemia Lamezia which takes 6h 20m and costs €29 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Calabria to Matera?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Calabria to Matera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calabria to Matera bus from?

Calabria to Matera bus services, operated by SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro, depart from Villa San Giovanni station.

Where does the Calabria to Matera bus arrive?

Calabria to Matera bus services, operated by SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro, arrive at Scanzano Jonico station.

Can I drive from Calabria to Matera?

Yes, the driving distance between Calabria to Matera is 375 km. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Calabria to Matera.

Where can I stay near Matera?

There are 1244+ hotels available in Matera.

Calabria to Matera - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Calabria to Matera by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus via Santa Eufemia Lamezia
best
1. Take the train from Reggio Calabria Lido to Lamezia Terme C.Re
2. Take the train from Lamezia Terme C. to MetapontoIc
3. Take the bus from Metaponto to Matera
6h 20m
€29–164
Bus via Cosenza
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reggio Calabria to CosenzaN1594
2. Take the bus from Cosenza to Matera1586
8h 20m
€18–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Villa San Giovanni to Scanzano Jonico
2. Take the bus from Scanzano Jonico to Matera354
7h 25m
€26–41
Drive 374.6 km
1. Drive from Reggio Calabria to Matera374.6 km
4h 28m
€58–84
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reggio Calabria C.Le to MetapontoIc
2. Take the bus from Metaponto - Scalo to Matera354
9h 3m
€29–47

Calabria to Matera by train and bus

11Weekly Services

6h 20mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 372.9 km
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Calabria, Italy and Matera, Italy?

You can take a bus from Reggio Calabria to Matera via Villa S. Giovanni, Villa San Giovanni, and Scanzano Jonico in around 7h 25m.

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