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

The cheapest way to get from Matera to Calabria is to bus via Cosenza which costs €19 - €45 and takes 7h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matera to Calabria is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Matera and Calabria?

No, there is no direct bus from Matera to Calabria. However, there are services departing from Matera and arriving at Reggio Calabria via Scanzano Jonico and Villa S. Giovanni. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Matera to Calabria?

The distance between Matera and Calabria is 373 km. The road distance is 376.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Matera to Calabria without a car is to bus and train via Santa Eufemia Lamezia which takes 6h 12m and costs €45 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Matera to Calabria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matera to Calabria bus from?

Matera to Calabria bus services, operated by Sita Sud S.r.l., depart from Matera station.

Where does the Matera to Calabria bus arrive?

Matera to Calabria bus services, operated by Sita Sud S.r.l., arrive at Scanzano Jonico station.

Can I drive from Matera to Calabria?

Yes, the driving distance between Matera to Calabria is 376 km. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Matera to Calabria.

Where can I stay near Calabria?

There are 984+ hotels available in Calabria.

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

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

Bus, train via Santa Eufemia Lamezia
best
1. Take the bus from Matera to Metaponto
2. Take the train from Metaponto to Lamezia Terme C.Ic
3. Take the train from Lamezia Terme C. to Reggio Calabria LidoRe
6h 12m
€45–73
Bus via Cosenza
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Matera to Cosenza1586
2. Take the bus from Cosenza to Reggio CalabriaN1594
7h 44m
€19–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matera to Scanzano Jonico354
2. Take the bus from Scanzano Jonico to Villa San Giovanni
7h 20m
€27–40
Drive 376.4 km
1. Drive from Matera to Reggio Calabria376.4 km
4h 29m
€58–84
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Matera to Metaponto - Scalo354
2. Take the train from Metaponto to Reggio Calabria C.LeIc
7h 46m
€26–77

Matera to Calabria by bus and train

11Weekly Services

6h 12mAverage Duration

€45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 373.4 km
Duration: 6h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Matera to Reggio Calabria via Scanzano Jonico, Villa San Giovanni, and Villa S. Giovanni in around 7h 20m.

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