- 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
$32
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Battipaglia to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Battipaglia to Matera will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 2 buses that leave Battipaglia for Matera on Sat, Jun 20, 2 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 137 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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 Battipaglia to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a bus costs an average of $30.
Distance: 85 miles (137 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$31 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $31 (€26) compared to roughly $34 (€28) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $3 (€3). The journey takes 3h 31m versus 2h 7m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Miccolis, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 12:08PM | Arrival Time 05:34PM | Duration 5h26 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
The table below shows live departures for Battipaglia to Matera buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:30 AM Battipaglia | 2h50 | 8:20 AM Matera | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Battipaglia | 2h50 | 9:20 AM Matera | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Battipaglia to Matera run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 21:06. The fastest bus covers the 85 miles (137 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 85 miles (137 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 9:06 PM |
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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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