What is the cheapest way to get from Scalea to Melfi?

The cheapest way to get from Scalea to Melfi is to bus which costs €19 - €27 and takes 6h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Scalea to Melfi?

The fastest way to get from Scalea to Melfi is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Scalea and Melfi?

No, there is no direct bus from Scalea to Melfi. However, there are services departing from Scalea and arriving at Melfi via Sala Consilina and Brienza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Scalea and Melfi?

No, there is no direct train from Scalea to Melfi. However, there are services departing from Scalea-S.Domen.Talao and arriving at Melfi via Battipaglia and Potenza Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Scalea to Melfi?

The distance between Scalea and Melfi is 280 km. The road distance is 179.1 km.

How do I travel from Scalea to Melfi without a car?

The best way to get from Scalea to Melfi without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs €29 - €75.

How long does it take to get from Scalea to Melfi?

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Scalea to Melfi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scalea to Melfi bus from?

Scalea to Melfi bus services, operated by Autolinee Curcio, depart from Scalea station.

Where do I catch the Scalea to Melfi train from?

Scalea to Melfi train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Scalea-S.Domen.Talao station.

Train or bus from Scalea to Melfi?

The best way to get from Scalea to Melfi is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs €29 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €27 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Scalea to Melfi bus arrive?

Scalea to Melfi bus services, operated by Autolinee Curcio, arrive at Sala Consilina station.

Where does the Scalea to Melfi train arrive?

Scalea to Melfi train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Battipaglia station.

Can I drive from Scalea to Melfi?

Yes, the driving distance between Scalea to Melfi is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Scalea to Melfi.

How do I get a train ticket from Scalea to Melfi?

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Where can I stay near Melfi?

There are 179+ hotels available in Melfi.

Scalea to Melfi - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Scalea to Melfi by train (Trenitalia), 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.

Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Scalea-S.Domen.Talao to Battipagliatrain Ic
2. Take the train from Battipaglia to Potenza Centraletrain Re
3. Take the train from Potenza Centrale to Melfitrain Re
5h 23m
€29–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Scalea to Sala Consilinabus
2. Take the bus from Brienza to Melfibus Sant'Arcangelo
6h 17m
€19–27
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Scalea to Padula Biviobus
2. Take the bus from Buonabitacolo ESSO to Potenza -via Domenico di Giurabus 400
3. Take the train from Potenza Macchia Rom. to Melfitrain Re
5h 38m
€21–31
Drive 179.1 km
1. Drive from Scalea to Melficar 179.1 km
2h 37m
€29–41

Scalea to Melfi by train (Trenitalia)

147Weekly Trains

5h 23mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 280.4 km
Duration: 5h 23m

What companies run services between Scalea, Italy and Melfi, Italy?

You can take a train from Scalea-S.Domen.Talao to Melfi via Battipaglia and Potenza Centrale in around 5h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Scalea to Melfi via Sala Consilina and Brienza in around 6h 17m.

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