- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli
One of the world’s leading archaeological museums, famed for treasures from Pompeii, Herculaneum, and the Farnese Collection.
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 55 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Matera to Naples is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Matera to Naples will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 15 buses that leave Matera for Naples on Sun, May 31, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct buses cover the 199 km distance in an average of 3 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest buses will take 4 h 5 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.



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3826
FlixBus
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 02:28PM | Duration 4h08 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
The table below shows live departures for Matera to Naples buses for tomorrow, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 12h30 | 1:05 PM Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:35 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 3h45 | 4:20 AM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
320 | 4:00 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 4h45 | 8:45 AM Napoli, Napoli Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
202 · 204 | 6:15 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 4h50 | 11:05 AM Napoli, Napoli Centrale | 1 transfer | |
202 · 204 | 6:15 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 5h15 | 11:30 AM Napoli, V.le Fulco Ruffo di Calabria (Pbus turistici) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:35 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 4h00 | 12:35 PM Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 0 transfersDirect | |
324* | 8:40 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 4h45 | 1:25 PM Napoli, Napoli Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ FRECCIALINK LK114 | 10:20 AM Matera Centrale | 4h08 | 2:28 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
1202 | 10:55 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 4h30 | 3:25 PM Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 5h20 | 4:35 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 1 transfer | |
326 | 11:45 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 4h45 | 4:30 PM Napoli, Napoli Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
330 · 328 | 2:40 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 4h35 | 7:15 PM Napoli, Napoli Centrale | 1 transfer | |
3826 | 4:00 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 3h45 | 7:45 PM Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:15 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 4h05 | 9:20 PM Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 4h00 | 11:10 PM Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Matera to Naples run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:16, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 123 miles (199 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 123 miles (199 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 12:16 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Naples — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Naples trip today.
One of the world’s leading archaeological museums, famed for treasures from Pompeii, Herculaneum, and the Farnese Collection.
Major fine arts museum in a Bourbon palace, with works by Caravaggio, Titian, and Neapolitan masters, plus a vast park.
Small but world-famous museum chapel housing the Veiled Christ, one of Naples’ most celebrated sculptures.
The historic street slicing through the old center, ideal for walking past churches, palaces, shops, and dense local street life.
One of Naples’ busiest and most famous streets, popular for architecture, shopping, and easy access to key sights.
Dense, atmospheric neighborhood of lanes, stairways, murals, and everyday city life that has become especially popular with visitors.
Naples’ iconic wood-fired pizza with a soft, elastic crust and simple toppings such as Margherita or Marinara; it is the city’s most famous culinary tradition.
A classic Neapolitan pizza topped with tomato, garlic, oregano, and olive oil. It is one of the oldest local pizzas and is naturally free of dairy.
Spaghetti with clams, olive oil, garlic, and parsley, reflecting Naples’ strong connection to the sea and simple southern flavors.
One of Naples’ best-known pizza institutions in the historic center, celebrated for generous toppings, quality ingredients, and constant local energy.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant on the seafront, offering refined contemporary interpretations of Campanian and Neapolitan cuisine.
Historic, no-frills pizzeria famous worldwide for classic Neapolitan pizza, especially Margherita and Marinara, with a lively traditional atmosphere.
Generally cheaper than Milan or Rome. Pizza and casual dining are good value, while hotels in central areas can cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by a small coperto. Tipping is not required, but leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Round up for taxis.
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Naples Capodichino Airport Terminal Bus, Naples -> Napoli Centrale, Naples
Naples is a bustling city by the ocean and is famously known for being the birthplace of pizza. However, the city isn’t all about the popular dish, it is filled with art, history, and culture, and you can feel in the streets and alleyways of this city. Naples is easily accessible from Matera by bus, with the two cities being only 123 miles (198 km) from each other. Several providers have buses plying this route, and the fastest bus takes about 4h to get from Matera to Naples.
At least 10 buses depart from Matera to Naples every day. Departures start from early morning to late night, and the route has a couple of night buses. The first bus from Matera to Naples departs at around 12:25 a.m., while the last bus to Naples departs at around 5:55 p.m.
The journey from Matera to Naples is long, but you will have direct and connecting buses available for this journey. The two cities are about 123 miles (198 km) apart, and the fastest bus crosses this gap in about 4h. You can also take a one_stop bus, with the fastest taking about 4h 55min.

Matera Sassi Town. Source: Shutterstock
Departure bus station: Via Don Luigi Sturzo is about 1.1 miles (1.8 km) from Matera city center. It is the main departure station, and the local bus should easily get you there from Matera city center. The station facilities include waiting benches and a ticket office.
Arrival bus station: Napoli Centrale is the main arrival station. It is downtown, and you will have easy access to the local public transport. The station facilities include accessible restrooms, a bar, restaurants, shops, a waiting room, and ATMs.
MarinoBus, FlixBus, Itabus, and Busmiccolis are the main providers for buses from Matera to Naples. MarinoBus is the main provider with at least four buses from Matera to Naples. Busmiccolis and Itabus each provide at least two buses every day, while FlixBus has departures about five days a week. You’ll find both direct and connecting buses as well as a couple of night buses. The fastest bus on this trip takes about 4h to get to Naples. There’s a lot to know about the trip to Naples, and you can learn more by checking out the Omio magazine, Window Seat.
MarinoBus is the main provider for buses from Matera to Naples. MarinoBus has about four daily buses departing from early morning to the afternoon. MarinoBus provides direct and connecting buses, with the latter having stopovers either in Cerignola or Bitonto.
Busmiccolis is a reliable bus provider and one of the leading providers in southern Italy. They provide at least two buses from Matera to Naples, with one morning and one evening bus. Busmiccolis only provides direct buses, and their fastest bus takes about 4h to get to Naples.
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading bus providers and a good option for this journey. FlixBus provides buses along this route about five days a week. When available, they provide two buses, one night bus, and an evening bus. FlixBus provides comfortable traveling conditions at a very affordable rate.
Itabus provides at least two daily buses from Matera to Naples. Itabus buses are the cheapest and are available seven days a week. The fastest Itabus bus available takes about 4h 5min and is a good option, especially if you’re looking for a cheap and quick bus to Naples.
Buses are considered more sustainable than other means of transport for the following reasons. First, buses cause less congestion on roads, preventing unnecessary carbon emissions from stationary vehicles. Second, buses travel less frequently than single_occupancy vehicles (SOVs), meaning they produce fewer emissions. Bus providers have also started carbon offsetting programs to help curb the carbon footprint. Finally, the Omio app has introduced paperless tickets that protect the environment from waste paper and save trees.
Each ticket holder will be allowed two bags on the bus. MarinoBus buses have wheelchair lifts, and the drivers assist people in wheelchairs. Pets in pet carriers can travel on these buses, and the amenities offered include free Wi_Fi, onboard restrooms, air conditioning, onboard entertainment, and AC outlets.
Busmiccolis allows only one bag per passenger for this trip. The buses are wheelchair accessible, and special aid is afforded to people in wheelchairs. Small pets in their carriers can ride on the bus, and the amenities available include free Wi_Fi, onboard restrooms, air conditioning, onboard entertainment, and AC outlets.
FlixBus allows two bags per passenger for this journey. FlixBus buses have wheelchair lifts, and disabled passengers get special assistance. Pets cannot travel on FlixBus buses, and the amenities provided are free Wi_Fi, onboard restrooms, air conditioning, onboard entertainment, and AC outlets.
Itabus allows you to bring two pieces of luggage on this journey. The buses have wheelchair lifts, and the drivers assist disabled passengers with everything they need. Pets in pet carriers can ride on Itabus buses, and the amenities offered include snacks, free Wi_Fi, onboard restrooms, air conditioning, onboard entertainment, and AC outlets.
You can save a lot as you book the bus from Matera to Naples by using these four tricks. First, book your ticket ahead of time. Buses from Naples to Matera are usually significantly cheaper when booked weeks or months ahead of time. Second, be flexible. Don’t limit your options. Be flexible, compare fares on different dates, and book your bus ticket when the fares are cheapest. Third, choose the slower buses. The route is served by regular and high_speed buses, and the former is usually much cheaper than the latter. Four, book using the Omio app. The Omio app is the only way to enjoy great deals and discounts as you book the bus from Matera to Naples.

Naples Boats Marina. Source: Shutterstock
Naples is a coastal city oozing with history, art, and culture. You can feel it in the cobbled streets and the many bars, restaurants, and art galleries that dot this city. It is also the birthplace of one of the world’s most beloved dishes, and pizza lovers will enjoy a trip to this coastal city. Here are a few things you can do in Naples. If you love art, the first place to visit in Naples is the world_class Museo d’Arte Contemporanea Donnaregina. This modern museum is filled with site_specific works by Anish Kapoor, Jeff Koons, and other superstars of the visual arts. If you want a stunning view of the city below, head up to Castel Sant’Elmo. This medieval castle sits up above the city, and the journey up is just as exciting as the views from the top. Via San Gregorio Armeno is the best place to shop for souvenirs, and your trip to Naples should include a shopping extravaganza at this popular alleyway. And if you’re in Naples for the pizza, all Neapolitans agree that the best pizza is found on Via Tribunali. There’s still a lot more to explore in this city by the ocean, and before you take the bus from Naples, ensure you check out the following.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Matera to Naples by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Naples, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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