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

The cheapest way to get from Matera to Polla is to bus via Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo which costs €6 - €13 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matera to Polla is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Matera and Polla?

No, there is no direct bus from Matera to Polla. However, there are services departing from Matera - Via Dante Alighieri and arriving at Polla - Motel tempio via Potenza Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Matera to Polla?

The distance between Matera and Polla is 146 km. The road distance is 132 km.

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

The best way to get from Matera to Polla without a car is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs €10 - €14.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Matera to Polla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matera to Polla bus from?

Matera to Polla bus services, operated by Grassani S.r.l., depart from Matera - Via Dante Alighieri station.

Where does the Matera to Polla bus arrive?

Matera to Polla bus services, operated by Grassani S.r.l., arrive at Potenza, Terminal Bus station.

Can I drive from Matera to Polla?

Yes, the driving distance between Matera to Polla is 132 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Matera to Polla.

Where can I stay near Polla?

There are 148+ hotels available in Polla.

Matera to Polla - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Matera to Polla 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
best
1. Take the bus from Matera - Via Dante Alighieri to Potenza, Terminal BusMatera
2. Take the bus from Potenza Stazione to Polla - Motel tempio400
2h 50m
€10–13
Bus via Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo to Potenza Bus StationItabus
2. Take the bus from Potenza Stazione to Polla - Motel tempio400
2h 55m
€6–13
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ferrandina-Pom.Migl. to Potenza CentraleRe
2. Take the bus from Potenza Stazione to Polla - Motel tempio400
4h 12m
€9–20
Drive 132 km
1. Drive from Matera to Polla132 km
2h 3m
€21–30

Matera to Polla by bus

5Weekly Buses

2h 50mAverage Duration

€10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Matera, Italy and Polla, Campania, Italy?

You can take a bus from Matera - Via Dante Alighieri to Polla - Motel tempio via Potenza, Terminal Bus and Potenza Stazione in around 2h 50m.

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