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

The cheapest way to get from Lecce to Matera is to train which costs €17 - €35 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lecce to Matera is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Lecce and Matera?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lecce Central Bus Station station and arriving at Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Lecce and Matera?

No, there is no direct train from Lecce to Matera station. However, there are services departing from Lecce and arriving at Matera Centrale Station via Bari Centrale and Altamura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Lecce to Matera?

The distance between Lecce and Matera is 208 km. The road distance is 157 km.

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

The best way to get from Lecce to Matera without a car is to bus which takes 3h 19m and costs €17 - €65.

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

The bus from Lecce Central Bus Station to Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo takes 3h 19m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Lecce to Matera bus from?

Lecce to Matera bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Lecce Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lecce to Matera train from?

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

Train or bus from Lecce to Matera?

The best way to get from Lecce to Matera is to bus which takes 3h 19m and costs €17 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €17 - €35 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Lecce to Matera bus arrive?

Lecce to Matera bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo station.

Where does the Lecce to Matera train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lecce to Matera?

Yes, the driving distance between Lecce to Matera is 157 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Lecce to Matera.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lecce to Matera?

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Where can I stay near Matera?

There are 1235+ hotels available in Matera.

Lecce to Matera - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from Lecce to Matera by bus, train (Trenitalia), or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lecce Central Bus Station to Matera Via Don Luigi SturzoItabus
3h 19m
€17–65
Train
1. Take the train from Lecce to Bari CentraleFa / ...
2. Take the train from Bari Centrale to AltamuraBari
4h 40m
€18–34
Drive 157 km
1. Drive from Lecce to Matera157 km
2h 33m
€25–36
Bus, Italobus Connections
1. Take the bus from Lecce - via V. Carluccio to Taranto Porto Mercantile0539 / ...
2. Take the bus from Taranto to Matera1112
4h

Lecce to Matera by bus

6Weekly Buses

3h 19mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 207.8 km
Duration: 3h 19m

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

Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Lecce Central Bus Station to Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo 6 times a week. Tickets cost €17–65 and the journey takes 3h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lecce to Matera Centrale Station via Bari Centrale and Altamura in around 4h 40m.

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