What is the best way to travel from Naples to Matera?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool and Buses to Matera from Naples. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 4 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Matera from Naples?
You can reach Matera with just £6 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Autolinee Miccolis4h 5m006:15NaplesMetropark Centrale10:20MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from Autolinee Miccolis goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 02/02/2026 06:15:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 02/02/2026 10:20:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
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Autolinee Miccolis4h 25m014:45NaplesMetropark Centrale19:10MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from Autolinee Miccolis goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 02/02/2026 14:45:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 02/02/2026 19:10:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
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MarinoBus4h 30m017:10NaplesCentral Station21:40MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from MarinoBus goes from Central Station, Naples (Italy) at 02/02/2026 17:10:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 02/02/2026 21:40:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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MarinoBus4h 35m009:15NaplesCentral Station13:50MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from MarinoBus goes from Central Station, Naples (Italy) at 02/02/2026 09:15:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 02/02/2026 13:50:00. 50 Basic ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
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MarinoBus4h 45m014:00NaplesCentral Station18:45MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from MarinoBus goes from Central Station, Naples (Italy) at 02/02/2026 14:00:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 02/02/2026 18:45:00. 50 Basic ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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FlixBus3h 45m002:15NaplesMetropark Centrale06:00MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 03/02/2026 02:15:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 03/02/2026 06:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus3h 45m002:15NaplesMetropark Centrale06:00MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 05/02/2026 02:15:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 05/02/2026 06:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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Itabus3h 45m011:45NaplesMetropark Centrale15:30MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from Itabus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 05/02/2026 11:45:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 05/02/2026 15:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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MarinoBus4h 30m017:10NaplesMetropark Centrale21:40MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from MarinoBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 05/02/2026 17:10:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 05/02/2026 21:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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MarinoBus4h 45m019:00NaplesMetropark Centrale23:45MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from MarinoBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 05/02/2026 19:00:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 05/02/2026 23:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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FlixBus3h 45m002:15NaplesMetropark Centrale06:00MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 06/02/2026 02:15:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 06/02/2026 06:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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Itabus3h 45m011:45NaplesMetropark Centrale15:30MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from Itabus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 06/02/2026 11:45:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 06/02/2026 15:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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MarinoBus4h 35m009:15NaplesMetropark Centrale13:50MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from MarinoBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 06/02/2026 09:15:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 06/02/2026 13:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
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MarinoBus4h 30m017:10NaplesMetropark Centrale21:40MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from MarinoBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 06/02/2026 17:10:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 06/02/2026 21:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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Itabus3h 45m011:45NaplesMetropark Centrale15:30MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0Premium EconomyA Bus from Itabus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 07/02/2026 11:45:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 07/02/2026 15:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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Itabus4h 0m019:50NaplesMetropark Centrale23:50MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0Premium EconomyA Bus from Itabus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 07/02/2026 19:50:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 07/02/2026 23:50:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
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MarinoBus4h 35m009:15NaplesMetropark Centrale13:50MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from MarinoBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 07/02/2026 09:15:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 07/02/2026 13:50:00. 50 Basic ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
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MarinoBus4h 30m017:10NaplesMetropark Centrale21:40MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from MarinoBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 07/02/2026 17:10:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 07/02/2026 21:40:00. 50 Basic ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Autolinee Miccolis4h 5m006:15NaplesMetropark Centrale10:20MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Autolinee Miccolis goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 07/02/2026 06:15:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 07/02/2026 10:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus3h 45m002:15NaplesMetropark Centrale06:00MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 08/02/2026 02:15:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 08/02/2026 06:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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Itabus3h 45m011:45NaplesMetropark Centrale15:30MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from Itabus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 08/02/2026 11:45:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 08/02/2026 15:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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MarinoBus4h 35m009:15NaplesMetropark Centrale13:50MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from MarinoBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 08/02/2026 09:15:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 08/02/2026 13:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
What are the fastest trips from Naples to Matera?
You can get to Matera from Naples in just 3h 45m with a Bus from FlixBus. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Autolinee Miccolis4h 5m006:15NaplesMetropark Centrale10:20MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from Autolinee Miccolis goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 02/02/2026 06:15:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 02/02/2026 10:20:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
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Autolinee Miccolis4h 25m014:45NaplesMetropark Centrale19:10MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from Autolinee Miccolis goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 02/02/2026 14:45:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 02/02/2026 19:10:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
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MarinoBus4h 30m017:10NaplesCentral Station21:40MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from MarinoBus goes from Central Station, Naples (Italy) at 02/02/2026 17:10:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 02/02/2026 21:40:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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MarinoBus4h 35m009:15NaplesCentral Station13:50MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from MarinoBus goes from Central Station, Naples (Italy) at 02/02/2026 09:15:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 02/02/2026 13:50:00. 50 Basic ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
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MarinoBus4h 45m014:00NaplesCentral Station18:45MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from MarinoBus goes from Central Station, Naples (Italy) at 02/02/2026 14:00:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 02/02/2026 18:45:00. 50 Basic ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
Fastest Buses Monday
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FlixBus3h 45m002:15NaplesMetropark Centrale06:00MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 03/02/2026 02:15:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 03/02/2026 06:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus3h 45m002:15NaplesMetropark Centrale06:00MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 05/02/2026 02:15:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 05/02/2026 06:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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Itabus3h 45m011:45NaplesMetropark Centrale15:30MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from Itabus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 05/02/2026 11:45:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 05/02/2026 15:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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MarinoBus4h 30m017:10NaplesMetropark Centrale21:40MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from MarinoBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 05/02/2026 17:10:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 05/02/2026 21:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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MarinoBus4h 45m019:00NaplesMetropark Centrale23:45MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from MarinoBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 05/02/2026 19:00:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 05/02/2026 23:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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FlixBus3h 45m002:15NaplesMetropark Centrale06:00MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 06/02/2026 02:15:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 06/02/2026 06:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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Itabus3h 45m011:45NaplesMetropark Centrale15:30MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from Itabus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 06/02/2026 11:45:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 06/02/2026 15:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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MarinoBus4h 30m017:10NaplesMetropark Centrale21:40MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from MarinoBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 06/02/2026 17:10:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 06/02/2026 21:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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MarinoBus4h 35m009:15NaplesMetropark Centrale13:50MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from MarinoBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 06/02/2026 09:15:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 06/02/2026 13:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
Fastest Buses Friday
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Itabus3h 45m011:45NaplesMetropark Centrale15:30MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0Premium EconomyA Bus from Itabus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 07/02/2026 11:45:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 07/02/2026 15:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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Itabus4h 0m019:50NaplesMetropark Centrale23:50MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0Premium EconomyA Bus from Itabus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 07/02/2026 19:50:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 07/02/2026 23:50:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
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Autolinee Miccolis4h 5m006:15NaplesMetropark Centrale10:20MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Autolinee Miccolis goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 07/02/2026 06:15:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 07/02/2026 10:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
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MarinoBus4h 30m017:10NaplesMetropark Centrale21:40MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from MarinoBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 07/02/2026 17:10:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 07/02/2026 21:40:00. 50 Basic ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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MarinoBus4h 35m009:15NaplesMetropark Centrale13:50MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from MarinoBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 07/02/2026 09:15:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 07/02/2026 13:50:00. 50 Basic ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus3h 45m002:15NaplesMetropark Centrale06:00MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 08/02/2026 02:15:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 08/02/2026 06:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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Itabus3h 45m011:45NaplesMetropark Centrale15:30MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from Itabus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 08/02/2026 11:45:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 08/02/2026 15:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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MarinoBus4h 35m009:15NaplesMetropark Centrale13:50MateraVia Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from MarinoBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 08/02/2026 09:15:00 to Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Matera (Italy) arriving at 08/02/2026 13:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
Fastest Buses Sunday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Naples to Matera
What are the most popular stations in Naples and Matera?
In Naples, you will usually depart from Metropark Centrale, Napoli - P.zza Garibaldi Coach Stop or Central Station, while in Matera you will be arriving at Via Don Luigi Sturzo Bus Stop, Villa Longo Train Station or Ferrandina Scalo Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Matera from Naples? With 4 connections between 4 Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Naples and Matera, you can pay as low as £6 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from FlixBus: you will get to Matera in just 3h 45m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Naples and Matera are MarinoBus, Itabus and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Naples and Matera is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Naples Airport or to La Martella, and look at flights from Naples Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Naples to Matera?
The most popular companies between Naples and Matera, are MarinoBus, Itabus and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: MarinoBus, Itabus, FlixBus and 1 more.
All you need to know when you travel from Naples to Matera
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Naples to Matera. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Naples to Matera
How can I reach Matera from Naples?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Matera from Naples.
How far is Matera from Naples?
The distance between Naples and Matera is 197.5 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Naples and Matera?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 34 kgs, and a flight 49 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Naples to Matera?
You can get to Matera with just £6 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Naples to Matera?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Matera in just 3h 45m with a Bus from FlixBus.
More routes to Naples and to Matera
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Naples and to Matera. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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