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

The cheapest way to get from Matera to Cilento is to bus which costs €18 - €40 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matera to Cilento is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Matera and Cilento?

No, there is no direct bus from Matera to Cilento. However, there are services departing from Matera and arriving at Gorga via Battipaglia - Ospedale and Vallo della Lucania. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Matera to Cilento?

The distance between Matera and Cilento is 281 km. The road distance is 181.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Matera to Cilento without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 15m and costs €70 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Matera to Cilento, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matera to Cilento bus from?

Matera to Cilento bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Matera station.

Train or bus from Matera to Cilento?

The best way to get from Matera to Cilento is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs €75 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €40 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Matera to Cilento bus arrive?

Matera to Cilento bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Battipaglia station.

Can I drive from Matera to Cilento?

Yes, the driving distance between Matera to Cilento is 182 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Matera to Cilento.

Where can I stay near Cilento?

There are 1092+ hotels available in Cilento.

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

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Matera to Salernobus 577 / ...
2. Take the train from Salerno to Vallo Lucania-Casteltrain Re
4h 15m
€73–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Matera to Battipagliabus 542
2. Take the bus from Battipaglia - Ospedale to Vallo della Lucania - Capolineabus 36
6h 28m
€19–37
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Ferrandina-Pom.Migl. to Battipagliatrain Ic
2. Take the train from Battipaglia to Vallo Lucania-Casteltrain Re
5h 30m
€78–126
Drive 181.5 km
1. Drive from Matera to Cilentocar 181.5 km
2h 54m
€29–41
Italobus Connections, bus
1. Take the bus from Matera to Salernobus 1112
2. Take the bus from Salerno, Terminal Bus Vinciprova to Felittobus 5320
6h 46m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Matera to Cilento.

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Distance: 281.4 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Matera - Via Dante Alighieri to Cilento via Ferrandina, Ferrandina-Pom.Migl., Battipaglia, and Vallo Lucania-Castel in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Matera to Gorga via Battipaglia - Ospedale and Vallo della Lucania in around 6h 28m.

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