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

The cheapest way to get from Lecce to Matera is to bus via Bari which costs €17 - €28 and takes 3h 43m.

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 34m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Lecce and Matera?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lecce and arriving at Matera. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 30m.

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 213 km. The road distance is 155.7 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 train and bus which takes 3h 18m and costs €18 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Lecce to Matera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lecce to Matera bus from?

Lecce to Matera bus services, operated by Elios Autoservizi, depart from Lecce 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 via Bari which takes 3h 43m and costs €17 - €28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €19 - €50 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Lecce to Matera bus arrive?

Lecce to Matera bus services, operated by Elios Autoservizi, arrive at Bari Largo Sorrentino 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 156 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m 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?

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Lecce to Matera - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 6 ways to get from Lecce to Matera by train, bus, car, or train (Trenitalia)

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
best
1. Take the train from Lecce to Bari Centraletrain Fa / ...
2. Take the bus from Bari to Materabus Bari / ...
3h 18m
€18–49
Bus via Bari
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lecce to Bari Largo Sorrentinobus 1847A / ...
2. Take the bus from Bari to Materabus Bari / ...
3h 43m
€17–27
Drive 155.7 km
1. Drive from Lecce to Materacar 155.7 km
2h 34m
€24–35
Bus, Italobus Connections
1. Take the bus from Lecce - via V. Carluccio to Taranto Porto Mercantilebus 0539 / ...
2. Take the bus from Taranto to Materabus 1112
4h
Train
1. Take the train from Lecce to Bari Centraletrain Fa / ...
2. Take the train from Bari Centrale to Altamuratrain Bari
4h 40m
€19–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lecce to Materabus Lecce - Matera
10h 30m
€35–75

Lecce to Matera by train

96Weekly Trains

4h 40mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 212.8 km
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Lecce to Matera via Bari Largo Sorrentino and Bari in around 3h 43m. 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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