- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale Domenico Ridola
The city’s leading museum preserves archaeology from prehistoric to classical times, giving essential context before exploring the Sassi.
Cheapest price on Oct 09
$44
Average ticket price on Oct 09
$85
Fastest journey on Oct 09
11 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Oct 09
12 h 7 m
Buses on Oct 09
21
Distance
804 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Matera will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
On Fri, Oct 09, we found 21 buses from Milan to Matera, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 09 the direct buses cover the 804 km distance in an average of 12 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 40 m .
On Fri, Oct 09 the slowest buses will take 12 h 25 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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201 · 203
201 · 203
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102 · 131
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2213
201 · 203Buses from Milan to Matera run on average 20 times per day, taking around 14h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 499 miles (804 km) distance in 11h 30m.
Distance 499 miles (804 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 11h 30m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 21h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 17h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 20h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Matera buses for today, Thursday, October 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 17h25 | 11:10 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 16h40 | 11:10 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
102 · 131 | 6:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 12h30 | 7:20 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
2213 | 7:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 13h10 | 8:30 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
102 · 131 | 7:35 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 11h45 | 7:20 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
2213 | 8:05 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 12h25 | 8:30 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
047 | 8:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 12h20 | 8:45 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 20h05 | 5:05 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 2 transfers | |
047 | 9:05 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 11h40 | 8:45 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 18h25 | 3:35 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 17h45 | 3:35 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 18h00 | 5:05 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 17h15 | 5:05 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, October 9 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 16h30 | 5:05 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 15h55 | 5:05 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
201 · 203 | 8:25 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 13h10 | 9:35 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
201 · 203 | 9:10 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 12h25 | 9:35 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 19h40 | 6:00 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 17h35 | 6:00 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 17h15 | 6:00 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
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The city’s leading museum preserves archaeology from prehistoric to classical times, giving essential context before exploring the Sassi.
Contemporary sculpture museum inside Palazzo Pomarici, showcasing works by Italian artist Pietro Consagra in a striking historic setting.
Historic cave dwelling furnished to show daily family life in the Sassi before the 1950s relocation, simple and very evocative.
Matera’s most iconic ancient quarter, a dense landscape of caves, lanes, and stone houses that defines the city’s UNESCO fame.
Historic district of cave homes and churches with dramatic urban layers, excellent walking routes, and classic postcard views.
Main central square and transport hub above the Sassi, ideal for orienting yourself and accessing the underground cistern area.
Oven-baked sheep's milk cheese from Matera's Murgia area. Its intense flavor reflects local pastoral tradition and it is a classic table cheese in Basilicata.
Rustic semolina bread with a dark crust and long shelf life. It is one of Matera's signature foods and a symbol of the city's baking heritage.
Fresh handmade pasta with breadcrumbs, peppers, or tomato-based sauces. It is a staple of Basilicata home cooking and often served on Sundays and feast days.
Refined Michelin-starred dining in the Sassi, focused on Basilicata ingredients with creative tasting menus in an elegant cave setting.
Established restaurant in the Sassi with polished regional cuisine, strong wine selection, and panoramic ambiance suited to a leisurely dinner.
Historic cave restaurant serving traditional Lucanian dishes, local wines, and regional specialties in one of Matera's most atmospheric dining rooms.
Moderate for Italy: dining is fair, cave hotels can be pricey, and local transit is limited, so walking or taxis may add costs.
Service is often included or modest. Round up at cafes and taxis; leave 5-10% at restaurants only for very good service.
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Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo -> Matera Centrale, Matera
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Matera 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 Matera, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Matera buses use the Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo station pair, with some services arriving at Matera. Use this guide to compare Milan and Matera bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km), Pizza Express (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
Available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Elevators, ramps.
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Italiana (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato).
Available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Elevators, ramps.
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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