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 €28 - €55 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 30m 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 Condera - Cimitero and arriving at Matera via Reggio Calabria and Cosenza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

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 18m and costs €35 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m 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 FlixBus, depart from Reggio Calabria station.

Where does the Calabria to Matera bus arrive?

Calabria to Matera bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cosenza station.

Can I drive from Calabria to Matera?

Yes, the driving distance between Calabria to Matera is 375 km. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Calabria to Matera.

Where can I stay near Matera?

There are 339+ 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.train Re
2. Take the train from Lamezia Terme C. to Metapontotrain Ic
3. Take the bus from Metaponto to Materabus
6h 18m
€36–83
Bus via Cosenza
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reggio Calabria to Cosenzabus N1594
2. Take the bus from Cosenza to Materabus 1586
8h 20m
€28–51
Drive 374.6 km
1. Drive from Reggio Calabria to Materacar 374.6 km
4h 30m
€59–84
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reggio Calabria C.Le to Metapontotrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Metaponto - Scalo to Materabus 354
9h 4m
€43–107
Bus
1. Take the bus from Villa San Giovanni to Materabus Villa San Giovanni - Matera
11h 24m
€30–58

Calabria to Matera by train and bus

11Weekly Services

6h 18mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Calabria to Matera.

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Distance: 372.9 km
Duration: 6h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Condera - Cimitero to Matera via Reggio di Calabria - Piazza Garibaldi, Reggio Calabria, and Cosenza in around 8h 20m.

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