- Must visit
Palazzo Lanfranchi - Museo Nazionale d'Arte Medievale e Moderna della Basilicata
Major regional art museum in a former seminary, known for works by Carlo Levi and collections covering Basilicata's medieval and modern art.
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Alberobello to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alberobello to Matera will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 5 buses that leave Alberobello for Matera on Sat, Jun 20, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Alberobello to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a bus costs an average of $9.
Distance: 34 miles (55 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (55m by bus vs 1h 3m by car) and save roughly $4 (€3) compared to fuel and tolls ($10 (€9) vs $14 (€12)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
The table below shows live departures for Alberobello to Matera buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:40 AM Alberobello | 0h30 | 10:10 AM Matera | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 AM Alberobello | 0h30 | 10:10 AM Matera | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Alberobello | 1h10 | 6:40 PM Matera | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Alberobello | 1h10 | 6:40 PM Matera | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Alberobello | 1h20 | 9:00 PM Matera | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Alberobello | 1h20 | 9:00 PM Matera | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 7:50 AM Alberobello | 1h20 | 9:10 AM Matera | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Alberobello | 0h30 | 8:30 AM Matera | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Alberobello to Matera run on average 2 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:40, the last at 19:51. The fastest bus covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
Average bus duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 6:40 AM |
Last bus 7:51 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 5 days |
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Major regional art museum in a former seminary, known for works by Carlo Levi and collections covering Basilicata's medieval and modern art.
Multimedia house museum run by FAI that gives an excellent introduction to Matera's history before exploring the Sassi on foot.
Contemporary sculpture museum set in cave spaces of Palazzo Pomarici, creating a distinctive contrast between modern art and the ancient Sassi.
The more dramatic of the two main Sassi districts, known for cave dwellings, iconic church views, and strong cinematic appeal.
Lively Sassi district with restored cave buildings, churches, and walking lanes that balance heritage with active tourism.
Scenic square at the edge of Sasso Caveoso, with one of the classic postcard views of rock houses and the Gravina.
Traditional sourdough bread made with local durum wheat semolina, famous for its large horned shape, thick crust, and long shelf life.
A rustic bread salad from Matera made with stale Pane Di Matera, tomatoes, onion, and olive oil; often served fresh in summer.
A hearty Materan soup of mixed legumes and grains, historically shared at communal summer gatherings and tied closely to local peasant traditions.
Established Matera restaurant in the Sassi area, known for refined Lucanian cuisine, local ingredients, and a romantic cave-like setting.
Popular Sassi restaurant with atmospheric cave dining, offering classic Materan and Basilicata dishes with a slightly upscale approach.
Well-known traditional osteria in Matera serving regional dishes, house specialties, and local wines in a cozy stone interior.
Moderate by Italian standards. Cave-area stays cost more, but casual dining and coffee are reasonable.
Service is often included or modest. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes is enough; 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis: round up, not mandatory.
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