- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Provinciale di Salerno
Provincial archaeology museum with finds from Etruscan, Greek, and Roman sites. A strong choice for understanding the wider Salerno area.
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
155 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Matera to Salerno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Matera to Salerno will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 7 buses that leave Matera for Salerno on Sat, Aug 22, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 22 the direct buses cover the 155 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 25 m .
On Sat, Aug 22 the slowest buses will take 3 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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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Matera to Salerno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €7.
Distance: 96 miles (155 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around €17 compared to roughly €31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €15. The journey takes 3h 25m versus 2h 21m 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, Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Infobus.
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 Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 03:42PM | Duration 5h52 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €16 |
The table below shows live departures for Matera to Salerno buses for today, Friday, August 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:15 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 3h15 | 8:30 PM Salerno, Piazza Montpellier/ Viale Antonio Gramsci | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:25 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 2h25 | 7:50 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 22 | |||||
320 | 4:00 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 5h45 | 9:45 AM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 2h40 | 10:20 AM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:35 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 3h05 | 11:40 AM Salerno, Piazza Montpellier/ Viale Antonio Gramsci | 0 transfersDirect | |
1202 | 11:05 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 2h55 | 2:00 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:25 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 3h05 | 3:30 PM Salerno, Piazza Montpellier/ Viale Antonio Gramsci | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Matera to Salerno run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 96 miles (155 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 96 miles (155 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Salerno — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Salerno trip today.
Provincial archaeology museum with finds from Etruscan, Greek, and Roman sites. A strong choice for understanding the wider Salerno area.
Museum devoted to Roberto Papi's collection of medical instruments. It reflects Salerno's celebrated medieval school of medicine.
Compact diocesan museum preserving sacred art, manuscripts, and liturgical objects linked to the cathedral and local religious history.
Seafront promenade lined with palms and benches, ideal for walking, sea views, and feeling everyday Salerno life at sunset.
The medieval old town's main pedestrian street, filled with historic buildings, shops, and easy access to many major sights.
Lively central pedestrian axis joining station and old town. Good for shopping, architecture, and understanding the modern city center.
Fresh anchovies from the Amalfi-Salerno coast, often marinated or fried. They are a staple of local seafood cooking and prized for their intense, clean flavor.
Handmade pasta from nearby Minori served with a slow-cooked beef and tomato ragù. It is a classic Sunday and festive dish in the Salerno area.
Thick spaghetti with clams, garlic, olive oil, and parsley. A beloved coastal Campanian dish, especially good in Salerno for its very fresh shellfish.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining focused on refined Campanian seafood and seasonal tasting menus in a polished setting near the waterfront.
Popular pizzeria and casual restaurant known for quality Neapolitan-style pizza, local ingredients, and a lively, reliable atmosphere.
Historic, well-known seafood restaurant in the old town, appreciated for classic local fish dishes and a traditional Salerno atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: lodging rises in peak season, but pizza, cafes, and local transit stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Service may be included via coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Taxis are usually rounded up; small change at cafes is optional.
Salerno is a city by the sea and one of the most cultured in Italy. It is a beautiful and less crowded destination, and if you’re into cathedrals, castles, and history, it is the place for you. Getting there by bus is pretty easy, and the trip from Matera, 95 miles (154 km), takes over 3h on the fastest bus. Busmiccolis, MarinoBus, and Itabus are the three main bus providers along this route, and you can book these buses using the Omio app.
At least four buses make the trip from Matera to Salerno every day. Busmiccolis, Itabus, and MarinoBus are the three main providers for buses from Matera to Salerno. They provide direct and connecting buses, and the first bus usually departs at around 8:35 a.m. The last bus’s departure time usually depends on the number of departures, but it mostly leaves at around 5:35 p.m. and 7:10 p.m. on days with many departures.
The journey from Matera to Salerno isn’t long since the two cities are just about 95 miles (154 km) apart. You’ll have three bus companies providing direct and connecting buses for this trip. The fastest bus takes about 3h to get to Salerno, while the slowest bus, which includes one_stop, takes about 5h 10min. However, most buses on this trip are direct buses.

m Matera Night. Source: Shutterstock
Departure bus station: Via Don Luigi Sturzo is the main departure station, and it’s about 1.1 miles (1.8 km) from downtown Matera. The bus should easily get you to the station, with lines 2, 7, and 15 serving the station. The station is wheelchair accessible and has waiting benches and ticket offices.
Arrival bus station: Piazza Montpellier is the main bus station in Salerno. It is downtown and well served by public transport. The local buses and trains are the easiest ways of accessing the station. The station is wheelchair accessible and has shaded waiting benches. You’ll also find several shops and restaurants close to the bus stop.
Busmiccolis, Itabus, and MarinoBus are the three main companies plying this route. Busmiccolis is the leading provider with multiple departures a day, while Itabus is the second_best option. However, MarinoBus is the only provider providing a connecting service, useful for people looking to see another city while on this trip. Busmiccolis and Itabus provide the fastest buses, taking just over 3h to get to the destination, but Itabus would be ideal for anyone traveling on a budget. Read more about these companies and their services on the Omio periodical, Window Seat.
Busmiccolis is the main provider for buses from Matera to Salerno. Busmiccolis have at least two departures a day, including a morning and evening bus. They provide the first and last departures on this journey, and their fastest bus takes about 3h 5min to get to Salerno. Busmiccolis is a leading long_distance bus provider in southern Italy, and their buses provide comfortable travel conditions
Itabus is the second_best option if you’re traveling from Matera to Salerno. they have at least one bus making this trip daily, a direct bus. Itabus is the best option for making this trip on a budget since their bus tickets are very affordable. Moreover, they provide the fastest bus, which takes about 3h to get to Salerno.
MarinoBus is a leading bus provider in Italy and a good option for this trip. MarinoBus has at least five buses making this trip every week. Most of their buses include a stopover in Candela en route to Salerno, and on average, their buses take about 5h 10min to complete this journey. On the plus side, they are the only company with a connecting service, allowing you to visit two cities in one journey.
Traveling from Matera to Salerno by bus is one of the most sustainable ways of making this trip, and here is why. First, buses carry more passengers than single_occupancy vehicles (SOVs), meaning each passenger has fewer emissions. Moreover, bus providers now offer carbon offsetting programs where bus passengers have the chance to compensate for the carbon they produce on each trip. Buses also travel less frequently than SOVs, meaning there’s less noise and carbon pollution. Finally, booking your bus ticket using the Omio app allows you to go paperless with the ticket stored in your account, saving on paper and trees.
Busmiccolis allows passengers only one bag on this journey. Your bike can travel under the bus for a fee, and pets in pet carriers are welcome on board. The buses have wheelchair lifts, and the driver will assist disabled passengers. Bus amenities include reclining seats, free Wi_Fi, onboard restrooms, air conditioning, and power plugs.
Itabus will allow you two bags on this trip. Bikes and wheelchairs can travel onboard, the former for a fee and the latter for free. The drivers will assist any special needs passengers, and small pets in carriers can ride on the bus. Bus amenities include clean restrooms, comfortable reclining seats, power plugs, free Wi_Fi, and air conditioning.
MarinoBus allows only two bags for this trip. Pets are welcome on board, and bikes will travel under the bus for a fee. The buses have wheelchair lifts, and drivers are willing to assist disabled passengers. Onboard amenities include clean restrooms, free Wi_Fi, recliner seats, power plugs, and air conditioning.
If you’re traveling on a budget or want to save up as you get from Matera to Salerno, here are four tricks you can use to get cheap bus tickets. The first trick is booking the slower journeys. Instead of going for the high_speed or direct journeys, go for the slower or connecting trips since these are cheaper. Option B is booking in advance. If you book your ticket weeks or months in advance, you’ll be better off than booking during the last_minute rush. Third, allow some flexibility in your travel. If you’re free to travel on any day, you can compare bus fares on the various days and settle for the cheapest of the lot. Finally, book your Matera to Salerno bus ticket using the Omio app or website to get great deals and discounts.

Salerno Bridge. Source: Shutterstock
Salerno is a relatively less chaotic town than the neighboring Naples, and it sits east of the Amalfi coast. It is best known for its cathedral, old town, and castle, but there’s more to this city by the sea. A trip to Salerno should start at the city’s most iconic landmark, Salerno Cathedral. This beautiful 11th_century cathedral is filled with colorful artwork, from the pillars and archways to the ceiling adorned with religious imagery. From the church, take a walk along the city’s promenade, stretching about 0.6 miles (1 km). Feel the breeze in your hair and stop at pizzerias or ice cream stands along the way for a refreshing scoop of gelato. The promenade is also home to monuments and fountains, and it’s one of the most picturesque places in the city. For a history lesson, head into the Provincial Archaeological Museum in the Rione Duomo district. Here you’ll see artifacts collected throughout Salerno province, including the bronze head of Apollo and other Roman remains. Other must_do/visit activities/places in Salerno include:
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Matera to Salerno 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 Salerno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Matera to Salerno buses use the Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo to Salerno, Piazza della Concordia station pair, with some services arriving at Salerno, Piazza Montpellier/ Viale Antonio Gramsci. Use this guide to compare Matera and Salerno 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.
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