- Must visit
Accademia Carrara
The city’s major art museum displays Italian paintings from the Renaissance to the 19th century in a refined hilltop setting.
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 $69.
Distance: 514 miles (828 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$39 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price | $194 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 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Metapontum to Bergamo costing on average $39.
A flight is $32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Metapontum to Bergamo costing on average $69.
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 $39 |
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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 $39 but you can travel from only $37 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 $39 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 20h 14m |
First bus 4:03 AM |
Last bus 9:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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The city’s major art museum displays Italian paintings from the Renaissance to the 19th century in a refined hilltop setting.
This modern and contemporary art gallery complements Accademia Carrara with Italian masters, sculpture, and rotating exhibitions.
Housed in a medieval convent, this museum presents Bergamo’s archaeology, urban history, and Venetian-era development.
Bergamo’s elegant central square is lined with historic buildings and cafes, making it the essential starting point in Città Alta.
This broad square by major churches and civic landmarks is one of the city’s most atmospheric places for architecture and photos.
The UNESCO-listed walls encircle the upper town with scenic walks, bastions, and exceptional panoramic viewpoints over Bergamo.
Pasta ribbons with butter, sage, pancetta and crispy bacon, a signature Bergamo first course linked to local peasant cooking.
Rustic cornmeal dish often served soft or grilled with local cheeses, sausages or stews; a cornerstone of Bergamo and Lombardy cuisine.
Creamy risotto cooked with Taleggio, the famous local washed-rind cheese from the Bergamo valleys, prized for its rich aroma.
Elegant fine dining in Upper Town with creative Italian cuisine, polished service and panoramic surroundings in a historic setting.
Established pastry shop and café famous for Polenta E Osei cake and other Bergamo sweets, ideal for a traditional dessert stop.
Historic traditional restaurant in Città Alta known for Bergamasque classics, warm rustic rooms and a long local reputation.
Moderate for northern Italy. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller towns, but local buses, airport transit, and casual meals stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafés, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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.

Most Metapontum to Bergamo buses use the Metaponto, Piazzale Stazione Ferroviaria to Bergamo, Autostazione station pair. Use this guide to compare Metapontum and Bergamo bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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