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Accademia Carrara
Bergamo’s leading art museum, known for its strong collection of Italian Renaissance and Baroque painting, including works by Botticelli, Bellini, Raphael, and Moroni.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Metapontum to Bergamo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $37. 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 $37, and a train costs an average of $68.
Distance: 514 miles (828 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$38 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $68 Average price | $193 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 30m Average total duration 13h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 11m Average total duration 14h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Metapontum to Bergamo:
A flight is $2 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Metapontum to Bergamo costing on average $38 (€31).
A flight is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Metapontum to Bergamo costing on average $68 (€56).
Other travel options to Bergamo take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 0m.
Train takes on average 14h 41m.
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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 FlixBus | Departure Time 10:01AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 20h14 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $38 |
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Buses from Metapontum to Bergamo run on average 6 times per day, taking around 13h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:03, the last at 21:45. The fastest bus covers the 514 miles (828 km) distance in 20h 14m.
Distance 514 miles (828 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 20h 14m |
First bus 4:03 AM |
Last bus 9:45 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Bergamo’s leading art museum, known for its strong collection of Italian Renaissance and Baroque painting, including works by Botticelli, Bellini, Raphael, and Moroni.
The city’s main modern and contemporary art gallery, opposite Accademia Carrara, with rotating exhibitions and an international profile.
A museum dedicated to composer Gaetano Donizetti, displaying manuscripts, memorabilia, and objects linked to Bergamo’s musical heritage.
The historic heart of Città Alta, surrounded by landmark buildings and consistently regarded as Bergamo’s most beautiful square.
Bergamo’s walled upper town, filled with medieval lanes, viewpoints, cafés, and monuments; the essential area for first-time visitors.
The UNESCO-listed Venetian Walls encircling the upper city, ideal for scenic walks and among the most photographed places in Bergamo.
Traditional stuffed pasta from Bergamo, usually filled with meat, breadcrumbs, cheese, and herbs, then dressed with butter, sage, and pancetta. It is one of the city’s signature dishes.
A hearty mountain polenta made with cornmeal, buckwheat flour, butter, and local cheeses such as Branzi or Bitto. It is strongly associated with Bergamo and nearby valleys.
A stuffed pasta from the Bergamo area, especially Parre, traditionally filled with cheese, breadcrumbs, butter, and spices rather than meat. It is a celebrated local variation of filled pasta.
Long-standing restaurant and pizzeria in Citta Alta, known for Bergamasque classics, pasta, and a lively historic setting popular with both locals and visitors.
Established traditional trattoria known for local Bergamo cuisine, homemade pasta, and hearty regional specialties in a warm, rustic atmosphere.
Popular Citta Alta venue with a refined but approachable style, known for quality local ingredients, cured meats, cheeses, and classic Lombard dishes.
Moderate by Italian standards: coffee and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and tourist-area dining cost more.
Service is usually included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 for good service is appreciated; round up taxi fares.
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Bergamo Autostazione, Bergamo -> Bergamo Railway Station, Bergamo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Metapontum to Bergamo 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 Bergamo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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