The average train between Matera and Ortona takes 8h 32m and the fastest train takes 5h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Matera to Ortona. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Matera and Ortona. The earliest departure is at 11:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Matera is at 10:07 PM which arrives into Ortona at 10:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Altamura and take an average of 8h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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11h 52m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Matera to Ortona? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Matera to Ortona. However, there are services departing from Altamura station and arriving at Ortona station via Bari Centrale station and Termoli station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.
Matera to Ortona train services, operated by Ferrovie Appulo Lucane, depart from Altamura station.
Matera to Ortona train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Ortona station.
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The distance between Matera and Ortona is 262 km. The road distance is 303 km.
You can take a train from Matera Centrale to Ortona via Altamura, Bari Centrale, and Termoli in around 7h 13m.