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

The cheapest way to get from Matera to Riace is to bus which costs €16 - €35 and takes 8h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matera to Riace is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Matera and Riace?

No, there is no direct bus from Matera to Riace. However, there are services departing from Matera and arriving at Riace via Lamezia Terme Train Station, Lamezia Terme Airport and Caulonia Marina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

How far is it from Matera to Riace?

The distance between Matera and Riace is 360 km. The road distance is 341.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Matera to Riace without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 34m and costs €45 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Matera to Riace, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matera to Riace bus from?

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

Where does the Matera to Riace bus arrive?

Matera to Riace bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lamezia Terme station.

Can I drive from Matera to Riace?

Yes, the driving distance between Matera to Riace is 342 km. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Matera to Riace.

Where can I stay near Riace?

There are 280+ hotels available in Riace.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Matera to Riace 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
best
1. Take the bus from Matera to Metapontobus 1586
2. Take the train from Metaponto to Monasterace-Stilotrain Ic
5h 34m
€49–66
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Matera to Lamezia Termebus 1586
2. Take the bus from Lamezia Terme Airport to Caulonia Marinabus
8h 37m
€16–34
Drive 341.8 km
1. Drive from Matera to Riacecar 341.8 km
4h 56m
€53–76
Bus, train via Roccella Ionica
1. Take the bus from Matera to Metapontobus 354
2. Take the train from Metaponto to Roccella Jonicatrain Ic
3. Take the bus from Roccella Ionica to Riacebus
7h 27m
€25–38

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 360.1 km
Duration: 5h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Matera to Riace via Lamezia Terme Train Station, Lamezia Terme Airport, and Caulonia Marina in around 8h 37m.

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