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

The cheapest way to get from Matera to Lecce is to bus which costs €12 - €24 and takes 3h 19m.

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 34m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Matera and Lecce?

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

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 1m.

How far is it from Matera to Lecce?

The distance between Matera and Lecce is 203 km. The road distance is 155.7 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 which takes 3h 19m and costs €12 - €24.

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

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

Where do I catch the Matera to Lecce bus from?

Matera to Lecce bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo 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 bus which takes 3h 19m and costs €12 - €24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €17 - €35 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Matera to Lecce bus arrive?

Matera to Lecce bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Lecce Central Bus 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 156 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m 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 - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo to Lecce Central Bus StationItabus
3h 19m
€12–24
Train
1. Take the train from Altamura to Bari CentraleMatera sud / ...
2. Take the train from Bari Centrale to LecceFr / ...
4h 1m
€18–33
Drive 155.7 km
1. Drive from Matera to Lecce155.7 km
2h 34m
€25–36
Italobus Connections, bus
1. Take the bus from Matera to Taranto1113
2. Take the bus from Taranto Porto Mercantile to Lecce - via V. Carluccio0539 / ...
4h 1m

Matera to Lecce by bus

5Weekly Buses

3h 19mAverage Duration

€12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 202.9 km
Duration: 3h 19m

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

Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo to Lecce Central Bus Station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €12–24 and the journey takes 3h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Matera Centrale Station to Lecce via Altamura and Bari Centrale in around 4h 1m.

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