What is the cheapest way to get from Messina to Sassi di Matera?

The cheapest way to get from Messina to Sassi di Matera is to bus via Policoro which costs €23 - €45 and takes 8h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Messina to Sassi di Matera?

The fastest way to get from Messina to Sassi di Matera is to ferry and drive which takes 4h 43m and costs €55 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Messina and Sassi di Matera?

No, there is no direct bus from Messina to Sassi di Matera. However, there are services departing from Messina - Piazza della Repubblica and arriving at Matera via Scanzano Jonico. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Messina to Sassi di Matera?

The distance between Messina and Sassi di Matera is 414 km.

How do I travel from Messina to Sassi di Matera without a car?

The best way to get from Messina to Sassi di Matera without a car is to bus which takes 6h 57m and costs €26 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Messina to Sassi di Matera?

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Messina to Sassi di Matera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Messina to Sassi di Matera bus from?

Messina to Sassi di Matera bus services, operated by SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro, depart from Messina - Piazza della Repubblica station.

Where does the Messina to Sassi di Matera bus arrive?

Messina to Sassi di Matera bus services, operated by SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro, arrive at Scanzano Jonico station.

Where can I stay near Sassi di Matera?

There are 1246+ hotels available in Sassi di Matera.

Messina to Sassi di Matera - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Messina to Sassi di Matera by bus, ferry, train, car, plane, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Messina - Piazza della Repubblica to Scanzano Jonicobus
2. Take the bus from Scanzano Jonico to Materabus 354
6h 57m
€27–35
Bus via Policoro
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Messina Main Train Station to Policoro Via Bolognabus Itabus
2. Take the bus from Policoro to Materabus 354
8h 6m
€23–43
Ferry, train, bus
1. Take the ferry from Messina Marittima to Villa S.Giovanniferry M1 / ...
2. Take the train from Villa S.Giovanni to Amanteatrain Ic
3. Take the train from Amantea to Metapontotrain Ic
4. Take the bus from Metaponto to Materabus 354
7h 21m
Ferry, drive
1. Take the ferry from Messina Marittima to Villa San Giovanniferry
2. Drive from Villa San Giovanni to Sassi di Materacar
4h 43m
€57–88
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Messina Viale Boccetta to Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure Terminalbus
2. Fly from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)plane CTA - BRI
3. Take the bus from Bari Airport to Matera piazza Matteottibus
6h 1m
€45–145
Car ferry, train, bus
1. Take the carferry from Messina Marittima to Villa San Giovannicarferry
2. Take the train from Villa S.Giovanni to Metapontotrain Ic
3. Take the bus from Metaponto - Scalo to Materabus 354
9h 47m
€48–139

Messina to Sassi di Matera by bus and foot

12Weekly Services

6h 57mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Messina to Sassi di Matera.

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Distance: 413.6 km
Duration: 6h 57m

What companies run services between Messina, Italy and Sassi di Matera, Italy?

You can take a bus from Messina - Piazza della Repubblica to Sassi di Matera via Scanzano Jonico and Matera in around 6h 57m.

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