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

The cheapest way to get from Matera to Paestum is to bus and train which costs €15 - €35 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matera to Paestum is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Matera and Paestum?

No, there is no direct train from Matera to Paestum. However, there are services departing from Ferrandina-Pom.Migl. and arriving at Paestum via Battipaglia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Matera to Paestum?

The distance between Matera and Paestum is 229 km. The road distance is 183.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Matera to Paestum without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 59m and costs €15 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Matera to Paestum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matera to Paestum train from?

Matera to Paestum train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Ferrandina-Pom.Migl. station.

Where does the Matera to Paestum train arrive?

Matera to Paestum train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Battipaglia station.

Can I drive from Matera to Paestum?

Yes, the driving distance between Matera to Paestum is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Matera to Paestum.

Where can I stay near Paestum?

There are 1619+ hotels available in Paestum.

Matera to Paestum - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Matera to Paestum by bus, train, train (Trenitalia), or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo to Salerno Piazza delle Concordiabus Itabus
2. Take the train from Salerno to Paestumtrain Re
3h 59m
€16–34
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Ferrandina-Pom.Migl. to Battipagliatrain Ic
4h 55m
€21–47
Drive 183.3 km
1. Drive from Matera to Paestumcar 183.3 km
2h 36m
€29–42
Bus, train via Potenza
1. Take the bus from Matera piazza Matteotti to Potenza, Terminal Busbus Matera
2. Take the train from Potenza Centrale to Battipagliatrain Re
4h 56m
€20–34

Matera to Paestum by bus, foot, and train (Trenitalia)

12Weekly Services

4h 55mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 228.7 km
Duration: 3h 59m

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

Trenitalia Intercity operates a train from Ferrandina-Pom.Migl. to Battipaglia once daily. Tickets cost €17–40 and the journey takes 2h 26m. Trenitalia also services this route once daily.

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