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

The cheapest way to get from Matera to Sorrento is to bus and line 5120 bus which costs €12 - €23 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matera to Sorrento is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Matera and Sorrento?

No, there is no direct bus from Matera to Sorrento. However, there are services departing from Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo and arriving at Pompei - Via Plinio, df Casa del Corallo via Pompei - V.le Mazzini, ponte dopo F.S.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Matera and Sorrento?

No, there is no direct train from Matera to Sorrento. However, there are services departing from Ferrandina-Pom.Migl. and arriving at Sorrento via Napoli P. Garibaldi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Matera to Sorrento?

The distance between Matera and Sorrento is 237 km. The road distance is 237.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Matera to Sorrento without a car is to bus via Salerno which takes 4h 59m and costs €17 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Matera to Sorrento, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matera to Sorrento bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matera to Sorrento train from?

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

Train or bus from Matera to Sorrento?

The best way to get from Matera to Sorrento is to bus via Salerno which takes 4h 59m and costs €17 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Matera to Sorrento bus arrive?

Matera to Sorrento bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Salerno Piazza delle Concordia station.

Where does the Matera to Sorrento train arrive?

Matera to Sorrento train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Napoli Centrale station.

Can I drive from Matera to Sorrento?

Yes, the driving distance between Matera to Sorrento is 237 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Matera to Sorrento.

How do I get a bus ticket from Matera to Sorrento?

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Matera to Sorrento - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 5120 bus

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

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Bus via Salerno
best
1. Take the bus from Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo to Salerno Piazza delle Concordiabus Itabus
4h 59m
€18–40
Bus, line 5120 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo to Salerno Piazza delle Concordiabus
2. Take the bus from Salerno to Amalfibus
3. Take the bus from Amalfi to Sorrentobus
6h 55m
€13–23
Train
1. Take the train from Ferrandina-Pom.Migl. to Napoli Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Napoli P. Garibaldi to Sorrentotrain 0
6h 19m
€32–62
Drive 237.4 km
1. Drive from Matera to Sorrentocar 237.4 km
3h 15m
€39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matera to Napoli P.zza Garibaldibus N575
2. Take the bus from Napoli P.zza Garibaldi to Sorrentobus 1563 / ...
6h 15m
€24–37
Bus, train, line 5120 bus
1. Take the bus from Matera - Via Ugo La Malfa to Potenza, Terminal Busbus
2. Take the train from Potenza Centrale to Salernotrain Re
3. Take the bus from Salerno to Amalfibus
4. Take the bus from Amalfi to Sorrentobus
8h 8m
€22–40

Matera to Sorrento by bus, foot, and train

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6h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 236.9 km
Duration: 4h 59m

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

Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo to Salerno Piazza delle Concordia 4 times a week. Tickets cost €9–17 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Matera Centrale Station to Sorrento via Ferrandina Scalo, Ferrandina-Pom.Migl., Napoli Centrale, and Napoli P. Garibaldi in around 6h 19m.

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