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

The cheapest way to get from Otranto to Matera is to bus which costs €12 - €27 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Otranto to Matera is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Otranto and Matera?

No, there is no direct bus from Otranto to Matera. However, there are services departing from Otranto - Stazione FSE and arriving at Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo via Lecce Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Otranto and Matera?

No, there is no direct train from Otranto to Matera. However, there are services departing from Otranto and arriving at Matera Sud via Maglie, Lecce, Bari Centrale and Altamura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Otranto to Matera?

The distance between Otranto and Matera is 261 km. The road distance is 194.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Otranto to Matera without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 46m and costs €23 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Otranto to Matera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Otranto to Matera bus from?

Otranto to Matera bus services, operated by Salento in bus, depart from Otranto - Stazione FSE station.

Where do I catch the Otranto to Matera train from?

Otranto to Matera train services, operated by Ferrovie del Sud Est e Servizi Automobilistici S.r.l., depart from Maglie station.

Train or bus from Otranto to Matera?

The best way to get from Otranto to Matera is to line 463 train and train which takes 7h 37m and costs €25 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €27 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Otranto to Matera bus arrive?

Otranto to Matera bus services, operated by Salento in bus, arrive at Lecce - City Terminal station.

Where does the Otranto to Matera train arrive?

Otranto to Matera train services, operated by Ferrovie del Sud Est e Servizi Automobilistici S.r.l., arrive at Lecce station.

Can I drive from Otranto to Matera?

Yes, the driving distance between Otranto to Matera is 195 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Otranto to Matera.

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

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Where can I stay near Matera?

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Otranto to Matera - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 463 train, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Otranto - Stazione FSE to Lecce - Camera di Commercio/Stazionebus 106 / ...
2. Take the train from Lecce to Bari Centraletrain Fr / ...
3. Take the bus from Bari FS Park - Via Capruzzi to Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzobus
4h 46m
€23–58
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Otranto - Stazione FSE to Lecce - City Terminalbus 106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lecce Central Bus Station to Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzobus Itabus
4h 55m
€13–26
Line 463 train, train
1. Take the train from Maglie to Leccetrain 463
2. Take the train from Lecce to Bari Centraletrain Fr / ...
3. Take the train from Bari Centrale to Altamuratrain
7h 37m
€25–62
Drive 194.6 km
1. Drive from Otranto to Materacar 194.6 km
3h 16m
€31–45

Otranto to Matera by bus, foot, and train

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4h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 261.5 km
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Otranto, Apulia, Italy and Matera, Italy?

You can take a train from Otranto to Matera Sud via Maglie, Lecce, Bari Centrale, and Altamura in around 7h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Otranto - Stazione FSE to Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo via Lecce Central Bus Station in around 4h 55m.

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