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

The cheapest way to get from Naples to Matera is to bus which costs €14 - €29 and takes 3h 45m.

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 Napoli and arriving at Matera. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Naples to Matera?

The distance between Naples and Matera is 242 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 45m and costs €14 - €29.

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

The bus from Napoli to Matera takes 3h 45m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Naples to Matera bus from?

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

Train or bus from Naples to Matera?

The best way to get from Naples to Matera is to bus which takes 3h 45m and costs €14 - €29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €26 - €55 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Naples to Matera bus arrive?

Naples to Matera bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Matera 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 652+ hotels available in Matera.

Naples to Matera - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Naples to Matera by bus, train (Trenitalia), 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 Napoli to Materabus Firenze / ...
3h 45m
€14–29
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Napoli Centrale to Ferrandina-Pom.Migl.train Ic
4h 38m
€26–55
Drive 242.5 km
1. Drive from Naples to Materacar 242.5 km
3h 3m
€38–55

Naples to Matera by bus

144Weekly Buses

3h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 242.1 km
Duration: 3h 45m

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

Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Napoli to Matera hourly. Tickets cost €14–25 and the journey takes 3h 45m. FlixBus also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Trenitalia Intercity operates a train from Napoli Centrale to Ferrandina-Pom.Migl. twice daily. Tickets cost €24–55 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Trenitalia also services this route once daily.

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