- Must visit
Museo Faraggiana Ferrandi
Novara’s main museum, inside the castle, with archaeology, art, and local history collections that give an excellent introduction to the city and province.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Matera to Novara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $131.
Distance: 520 miles (837 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$50 Average price | $131 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $198 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 33m Average total duration 13h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 21m Average total duration 8h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Matera to Novara:
A flight is $28 (€23) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Matera to Novara costing on average $50 (€40).
A flight is $109 (€88) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Matera to Novara costing on average $131 (€105).
Other travel options to Novara take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 51m.
Bus takes on average 13h 3m.
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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 Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $50 |
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Buses from Matera to Novara run on average 7 times per day, taking around 13h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 21:55. The fastest bus covers the 520 miles (837 km) distance in 13h 15m.
Distance 520 miles (837 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 13h 15m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 9:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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Novara’s main museum, inside the castle, with archaeology, art, and local history collections that give an excellent introduction to the city and province.
Civic gallery housed in the Broletto, featuring modern and contemporary works with a strong local focus. A rewarding stop for art in a historic setting.
Museum section dedicated to archaeology and the area’s earliest history. Useful for understanding Novara from Roman times through later centuries.
Novara’s principal central square, framed by major civic landmarks. Ideal for orientation, people-watching, and experiencing the city’s historic core.
Historic center walking area around the Broletto, cathedral, and castle. Best choice for a self-guided walk covering Novara’s main monuments on foot.
The cathedral square, surrounded by key monuments and elegant urban space. A top stop for architecture, photos, and access to Novara’s religious center.
Paniscia novarese is Novara's signature risotto with rice, beans, cabbage, salami della duja and red wine, prized as a hearty farmhouse dish from the surrounding rice fields.
Salame della duja is a soft cured pork salami preserved in lard or fat, a historic Novara specialty once stored for winter and often served with rustic bread or polenta.
Gorgonzola, produced widely in the Novara area, is a famous blue cheese with creamy texture and bold flavor that reflects the region's long dairy tradition.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the countryside near Novara, known for refined Piedmontese cuisine, seasonal tasting menus and polished service.
Historic, traditional restaurant in central Novara serving local Piedmont dishes in a classic setting, with strong focus on regional ingredients and wines.
Well-regarded casual venue for Novarese and Piedmont cooking, appreciated for hearty local specialties, risotto dishes and an unfussy atmosphere.
Moderate for northern Italy; hotels and dining cost less than Milan, while local transit and everyday cafes remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest in Italy. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Novara Ovest - Agognate -> Novara Centrale, Novara
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Matera to Novara 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 Novara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Matera to Novara buses use the Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo to Novara, Ovest - Agognate station pair, with some services arriving at Novara, Largo Giulio Pastore. Use this guide to compare Matera and Novara bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo is 1 km from Matera city centre. Public transport options include:
Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Terrazzino (0.5 km), Osteria Al Casale (0.6 km), Caffè Tripoli (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo.
Available at Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo: Elevators, ramps.
Matera has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Matera. ATMs are available at Matera.
Ticket office support is available at Matera.
Available at Matera: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Matera: Wheelchair accessible routes are available.
Novara, Ovest - Agognate is 3 km from Novara city centre. Public transport options include:
Novara, Ovest - Agognate has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Novara, Ovest - Agognate. ATMs are available at Novara, Ovest - Agognate.
Ticket office support is available at Novara, Ovest - Agognate.
Available at Novara, Ovest - Agognate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Novara, Ovest - Agognate: Basic access with ramps.
Novara, A4 (in direzione ovest) is 5 km from Novara city centre. Public transport options include:
Novara, A4 (in direzione ovest) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Novara, A4 (in direzione ovest). ATMs are available at Novara, A4 (in direzione ovest).
Ticket office support is available at Novara, A4 (in direzione ovest).
Available at Novara, A4 (in direzione ovest): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Novara, A4 (in direzione ovest): Basic accessibility features including ramps.
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