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

The cheapest way to get from Matera to Lecce is to bus via Bari which costs €11 - €23 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matera to Lecce is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Matera and Lecce?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Matera and arriving at Lecce. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Matera and Lecce?

No, there is no direct train from Matera station to Lecce. However, there are services departing from Matera Centrale Station and arriving at Lecce via Altamura and Bari Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Matera to Lecce?

The distance between Matera and Lecce is 214 km. The road distance is 153.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Matera to Lecce without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 53m and costs €18 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Matera to Lecce, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matera to Lecce bus from?

Matera to Lecce bus services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Matera station.

Where do I catch the Matera to Lecce train from?

Matera to Lecce train services, operated by Ferrovie Appulo Lucane, depart from Altamura station.

Train or bus from Matera to Lecce?

The best way to get from Matera to Lecce is to Italobus Connections and bus which takes 4h 1m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €19 - €55 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Matera to Lecce bus arrive?

Matera to Lecce bus services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Taranto station.

Where does the Matera to Lecce train arrive?

Matera to Lecce train services, operated by Ferrovie Appulo Lucane, arrive at Bari Centrale station.

Can I drive from Matera to Lecce?

Yes, the driving distance between Matera to Lecce is 154 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Matera to Lecce.

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

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Where can I stay near Lecce?

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Matera to Lecce - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, Italobus Connections

There are 6 ways to get from Matera to Lecce by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Matera to Baribus Matera - Bari / ...
2. Take the train from Bari Centrale to Leccetrain Fr / ...
2h 53m
€19–52
Bus via Bari
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Matera to Baribus Matera - Bari / ...
2. Take the bus from Bari to Leccebus Bari / ...
4h 34m
€12–23
Italobus Connections, bus
1. Take the bus from Matera to Tarantobus 1113
2. Take the bus from Taranto Porto Mercantile to Lecce - via V. Carlucciobus 0539 / ...
4h 1m
Drive 153.7 km
1. Drive from Matera to Leccecar 153.7 km
2h 41m
€24–35
Train
1. Take the train from Altamura to Bari Centraletrain Matera sud / ...
2. Take the train from Bari Centrale to Leccetrain Fr / ...
4h 5m
€20–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matera to Leccebus Matera - Lecce
4h 40m
€12–22

Matera to Lecce by train

102Weekly Trains

4h 5mAverage Duration

€20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 213.8 km
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Matera to Lecce - via V. Carluccio via Taranto and Taranto Porto Mercantile in around 4h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Matera Centrale Station to Lecce via Altamura and Bari Centrale in around 4h 5m.

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