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

The cheapest way to get from Positano to Matera is to ferry and bus which costs €24 - €60 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Positano to Matera is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs €35 - €55.

How far is it from Positano to Matera?

The distance between Positano and Matera is 218 km. The road distance is 230.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Positano to Matera without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 5h 9m and costs €24 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Positano to Matera, including transfers.

Can I drive from Positano to Matera?

Yes, the driving distance between Positano to Matera is 230 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Positano to Matera.

Where can I stay near Matera?

There are 1283+ hotels available in Matera.

Positano to Matera - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Positano to Matera by ferry, bus, car, or train

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Ferry, bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Port of Positano to Port of Salernoferry
2. Take the bus from Salerno Piazza delle Concordia to Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzobus Itabus
5h 9m
€24–55
Drive 230.3 km
1. Drive from Positano to Materacar 230.3 km
3h 6m
€38–54
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sorrento to Napoli P. Garibalditrain 0
2. Take the bus from Napoli P.zza Garibaldi to Materabus N575
7h 7m
€29–46

Positano to Matera by bus and train

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7h 7mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 217.8 km
Duration: 5h 9m

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

There is no direct connection from Positano to Matera. However, you can take the ferry to Port of Salerno, walk to Salerno - Lungomare Trieste Municipio, take the line 6 bus to Salerno - Concordia, then take the bus to Matera Via Don Luigi Sturzo. Alternatively, you can drive from Positano to Matera in around 3h 6m.

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