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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Matera is to bus which costs €45 - €120 and takes 18h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merano to Matera is to shuttle and fly and bus which takes 6h 44m and costs €90 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Merano and Matera?

No, there is no direct bus from Merano to Matera. However, there are services departing from Meran and arriving at Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo via Bolzano South and Salerno Piazza delle Concordia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Merano and Matera?

No, there is no direct train from Merano to Matera station. However, there are services departing from Merano Meran and arriving at Matera Centrale Station via Bolzano-Bozen, Bologna Centrale, Bari Centrale and Altamura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 55m.

How far is it from Merano to Matera?

The distance between Merano and Matera is 930 km. The road distance is 993.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Merano to Matera without a car is to train which takes 12h 57m and costs €95 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Merano to Matera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Matera bus from?

Merano to Matera bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bolzano South station.

Where do I catch the Merano to Matera train from?

Merano to Matera train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Bolzano-Bozen station.

Train or bus from Merano to Matera?

The best way to get from Merano to Matera is to train which takes 12h 57m and costs €95 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €120 and takes 18h 55m.

Where does the Merano to Matera bus arrive?

Merano to Matera bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Salerno station.

Where does the Merano to Matera train arrive?

Merano to Matera train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Can I drive from Merano to Matera?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Matera is 993 km. It takes approximately 9h 19m to drive from Merano to Matera.

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

Book your Merano to Matera bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Matera?

There are 1195+ hotels available in Matera.

Merano to Matera - 9 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Merano to Matera by shuttle, plane, bus, train (Trenitalia), car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Shuttle to Verona Villafranca Airport, fly, bus
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Merano to Verona - Aeroportoshuttle
2. Fly from Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN) to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)plane VRN - BRI
3. Take the bus from Bari Airport to Matera piazza Matteottibus
6h 44m
€94–255
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Bari Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Bari Centrale to Altamuratrain Bari
16h 37m
€48–118
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Firenze S.M.N.train Fr
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Ferrandina-Pom.Migl.train Fr
12h 57m
€99–210
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bolzano South to Salernobus N1594 / ...
2. Take the bus from Salerno Piazza delle Concordia to Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzobus Itabus
18h 55m
€49–113
Drive 993.2 km
1. Drive from Merano to Materacar 993.2 km
9h 19m
€152–219
Shuttle to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Merano to Orio al Serio Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)plane BGY - BRI
3. Take the bus from Bari Airport to Matera piazza Matteottibus
8h 29m
€97–246
Train, train to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to Verona Porta Nuovatrain
2. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Venezia Mestretrain
3. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)plane VCE - BRI
4. Take the bus from Bari Airport to Matera piazza Matteottibus
9h 38m
€115–319
Train via Bologna
1. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to Bologna Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Bari Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Bari Centrale to Altamuratrain
13h 55m
€56–160
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to Venezia Mestretrain 89
2. Take the bus from Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) to Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzobus Itabus
20h 16m
€69–134

Merano to Matera by train, foot, and bus (Trenitalia)

6Weekly Services

12h 57mAverage Duration

€99Cheapest Price

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Distance: 929.9 km
Duration: 6h 44m

What companies run services between Merano, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy and Matera, Italy?

You can take a train from Merano Meran to Matera - Via Dante Alighieri via Bolzano Bozen, Firenze S.M.N., Ferrandina-Pom.Migl., and Ferrandina in around 12h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Meran to Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo via Bolzano South and Salerno Piazza delle Concordia in around 18h 55m.

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