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

The cheapest way to get from Naples to Matera is to bus via Potenza which costs €18 - €22 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Naples to Matera is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Naples and Matera?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Naples Metropark Central Parking and arriving at Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Naples to Matera?

The distance between Naples and Matera is 243 km. The road distance is 242.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Naples to Matera without a car is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs €15 - €35.

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

The bus from Naples Metropark Central Parking to Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo takes 3h 55m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Naples to Matera bus from?

Naples to Matera bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Naples Metropark Central Parking station.

Where does the Naples to Matera bus arrive?

Naples to Matera bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo station.

Can I drive from Naples to Matera?

Yes, the driving distance between Naples to Matera is 243 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Naples to Matera.

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

Book your Naples to Matera bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Matera?

There are 1307+ hotels available in Matera.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Naples to Matera by bus, train, or car

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best
1. Take the bus from Naples Metropark Central Parking to Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzobus Itabus
3h 55m
€15–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Napoli Centrale to Grassano-Garaguso-Trtrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Grassano to Matera piazza Matteottibus Potenza
4h 47m
€26–51
Drive 242.5 km
1. Drive from Naples to Materacar 242.5 km
3h 3m
€38–55
Bus via Potenza
1. Take the bus from Napoli P.zza Garibaldi to Potenza - Viale del Basentobus Napoli
2. Take the bus from Potenza, Terminal Bus to Matera piazza Matteottibus Potenza
4h 59m
€18–22

Naples to Matera by bus

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Distance: 243 km
Duration: 3h 55m

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

Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Naples Metropark Central Parking to Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo once daily. Tickets cost €15–35 and the journey takes 3h 55m. FlixBus also services this route once daily.

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