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

The cheapest way to get from Matera to Rome is to bus which costs €28 - €60 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matera to Rome is to bus and fly which takes 4h 2m and costs €29 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Matera and Rome?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo and arriving at Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Matera and Rome?

No, there is no direct train from Matera to Rome. However, there are services departing from Ferrandina-Pom.Migl. and arriving at Roma Termini via Napoli Afragola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Matera to Rome?

The distance between Matera and Rome is 470 km. The road distance is 414.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Matera to Rome without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs €55 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Matera to Rome, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matera to Rome bus from?

Matera to Rome bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo station.

Where do I catch the Matera to Rome train from?

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

Train or bus from Matera to Rome?

The best way to get from Matera to Rome is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs €55 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €60 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Matera to Rome bus arrive?

Matera to Rome bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni station.

Where does the Matera to Rome train arrive?

Matera to Rome train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Napoli Afragola station.

Can I drive from Matera to Rome?

Yes, the driving distance between Matera to Rome is 415 km. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Matera to Rome.

How do I get a train ticket from Matera to Rome?

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Matera to Rome - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Matera to Rome by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ferrandina-Pom.Migl. to Napoli Afragolatrain Fr
2. Take the train from Napoli Afragola to Roma Terminitrain Fr
5h 38m
€59–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo to Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzonibus Itabus
6h 50m
€28–60
Drive 414.9 km
1. Drive from Matera to Romecar 414.9 km
5h 13m
€66–95
Bus to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Matera piazza Matteotti to Bari Airportbus
2. Fly from Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)plane BRI - FCO
4h 2m
€30–143
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Matera piazza Matteotti to Grassanobus Matera
2. Take the train from Grassano-Garaguso-Tr to Roma Terminitrain Ic
7h 8m
€48–100
Bus to Naples Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo to Naples Metropark Central Parkingbus
2. Fly from Naples Airport (NAP) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)plane NAP - FCO
6h 26m
€69–200

Matera to Rome by bus, foot, and train

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5h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 469.6 km
Duration: 5h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Matera - Via Dante Alighieri to Roma Termini via Ferrandina, Ferrandina-Pom.Migl., and Napoli Afragola in around 5h 38m. Alternatively, Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo to Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni twice daily. Tickets cost €28–60 and the journey takes 6h 50m. Two other operators also service this route.

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