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

The cheapest way to get from Ferrara to Matera is to bus which costs €29 - €85 and takes 11h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ferrara to Matera is to train and fly and bus which takes 5h 22m and costs €50 - €180.

Is there a direct bus between Ferrara and Matera?

No, there is no direct bus from Ferrara to Matera. However, there are services departing from Kennedy and arriving at Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo via Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Ferrara and Matera?

No, there is no direct train from Ferrara to Matera station. However, there are services departing from Ferrara and arriving at Matera Centrale Station via Bari Centrale and Altamura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.

How far is it from Ferrara to Matera?

The distance between Ferrara and Matera is 702 km. The road distance is 706 km.

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

The best way to get from Ferrara to Matera without a car is to train which takes 9h 41m and costs €65 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Ferrara to Matera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ferrara to Matera bus from?

Ferrara to Matera bus services, operated by TPER spa, depart from Kennedy station.

Where do I catch the Ferrara to Matera train from?

Ferrara to Matera train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Ferrara station.

Train or bus from Ferrara to Matera?

The best way to get from Ferrara to Matera is to train which takes 9h 41m and costs €65 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €85 and takes 11h 18m.

Where does the Ferrara to Matera bus arrive?

Ferrara to Matera bus services, operated by TPER spa, arrive at Bologna Autostazione station.

Where does the Ferrara to Matera train arrive?

Ferrara to Matera train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Bari Centrale station.

Can I drive from Ferrara to Matera?

Yes, the driving distance between Ferrara to Matera is 706 km. It takes approximately 7h 26m to drive from Ferrara to Matera.

Where can I stay near Matera?

There are 1210+ hotels available in Matera.

Ferrara to Matera - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Ferrara to Matera by train, plane, bus, train (Trenitalia), 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 to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, fly to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Bologna Centraletrain
2. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)plane BLQ - BRI
3. Take the bus from Bari Airport to Matera piazza Matteottibus
5h 22m
€52–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kennedy to Bologna Autostazionebus 356
2. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzobus MarinoBus 047 / ...
11h 18m
€29–82
Train
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Bari Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Bari Centrale to Altamuratrain Bari
9h 41m
€68–149
Drive 706 km
1. Drive from Ferrara to Materacar 706 km
7h 26m
€111–159
Train to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Venezia Mestretrain
2. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)plane VCE - BRI
3. Take the bus from Bari Airport to Matera piazza Matteottibus
6h 6m
€66–183
Train, train to Verona Villafranca Airport, fly to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Padovatrain
2. Take the train from Padova to Verona Porta Nuovatrain
3. Fly from Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN) to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)plane VRN - BRI
4. Take the bus from Bari Airport to Matera piazza Matteottibus
6h 50m
€72–252
Train, train to Pisa International Airport, fly to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Firenze S.M.N.train
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Pisa Centraletrain
3. Fly from Pisa International Airport (PSA) to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)plane PSA - BRI
4. Take the bus from Bari Airport to Matera piazza Matteottibus
7h 34m
€74–262
Train to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly to Naples Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Venezia Mestretrain
2. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Naples Airport (NAP)plane VCE - NAP
3. Take the bus from Napoli P.zza Garibaldi to Materabus
8h 43m
€54–221
Bus via Irsina
1. Take the bus from Kennedy to Bologna Autostazionebus 356
2. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Irsinabus
3. Take the bus from Irsina to Materabus 336 / ...
14h 38m

Ferrara to Matera by train

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Distance: 701.9 km
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a train from Ferrara to Matera Centrale Station via Bari Centrale and Altamura in around 9h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kennedy to Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo via Bologna Centrale in around 11h 18m.

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