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

The cheapest way to get from Shkodër to Matera is to drive and car ferry which costs €28 - €45 and takes 10h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shkodër to Matera is to bus and fly which takes 5h 56m and costs €40 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Shkodër and Matera?

No, there is no direct bus from Shkodër to Matera. However, there are services departing from Shkodër and arriving at Matera via Garibaldi-Visconti and Bari. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 52m.

How far is it from Shkodër to Matera?

The distance between Shkodër and Matera is 397 km.

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

The best way to get from Shkodër to Matera without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 52m and costs €102 - €106.

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Shkodër to Matera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shkodër to Matera bus from?

Shkodër to Matera bus services, operated by Pistoia viaggi, depart from Shkodër station.

Where does the Shkodër to Matera bus arrive?

Shkodër to Matera bus services, operated by Pistoia viaggi, arrive at Port of Bari station.

Where can I stay near Matera?

There are 1221+ hotels available in Matera.

Shkodër to Matera - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, car, and car ferry

There are 4 ways to get from Shkodër to Matera by bus, plane, car, car ferry, 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.

Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Shkoder - The Wanderers Hostel to Tirana, Airport
2. Fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)TIA - BRI
3. Take the bus from Bari Airport to Matera piazza Matteotti
5h 56m
€40–203
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Shkodër to Bar
2. Take the car ferry from Bar to Port of Bari55
3. Drive from Port of Bari to Matera
10h 12m
€29–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shkoder,Rruga Teuta to Durrës
2. Take the bus from Durrës to Bari Porto
3. Take the train from Bari Centrale to Altamura
10h 52m
€102–106
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shkodër to Port of Bari
2. Take the bus from Bari to Matera1586
10h 52m

Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) flights

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59 minAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 396.6 km
Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Shkodër, Albania and Matera, Italy?

You can take a bus from Shkodër to Matera via Port of Bari, Garibaldi-Visconti, Ennio-Capruzzi, and Bari in around 10h 52m.

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