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

The cheapest way to get from Positano to Matera is to train and bus which costs €24 - €45 and takes 7h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Positano to Matera is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Positano and Matera?

No, there is no direct bus from Positano to Matera. However, there are services departing from Positano Chiesa Nuova and arriving at Matera via Amalfi and Salerno. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Positano to Matera?

The distance between Positano and Matera is 221 km. The road distance is 230.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Positano to Matera without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 5h 13m and costs €26 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Positano to Matera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Positano to Matera bus from?

Positano to Matera bus services, operated by Sita Sud S.r.l., depart from Amalfi station.

Where does the Positano to Matera bus arrive?

Positano to Matera bus services, operated by Sita Sud S.r.l., arrive at Salerno station.

Can I drive from Positano to Matera?

Yes, the driving distance between Positano to Matera is 230 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Positano to Matera.

Where can I stay near Matera?

There are 339+ hotels available in Matera.

Positano to Matera - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Positano to Matera by ferry, 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.

Ferry, bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Port of Positano to Port of Salernoferry
2. Take the bus from Salerno to Materabus Salerno
5h 13m
€26–62
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sorrento to Napoli P. Garibalditrain 0
2. Take the bus from Napoli P.zza Garibaldi to Materabus N575 / ...
7h 8m
€24–42
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Port of Positano to Naples Beverelloferry
2. Take the train from Napoli Centrale to Ferrandina-Pom.Migl.train Ic
6h 23m
€57–128
Drive 230.3 km
1. Drive from Positano to Materacar 230.3 km
3h 6m
€36–52
Line 5120 bus, Italobus Connections
1. Take the bus from Amalfi to Salernobus 5120
2. Take the bus from Salerno to Materabus 1113
7h

Positano to Matera by ferry, foot, and bus

26Weekly Services

5h 13mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 220.7 km
Duration: 5h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Positano Chiesa Nuova to Matera via Amalfi and Salerno in around 7h.

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