- Must visit
Casa Noha
Immersive multimedia museum in a restored historic house that explains the history of Matera and the Sassi; often the best first stop for orientation.










Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
4h 40m
Average duration
6h 31m
Buses per day
14
Distance
365 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rome to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 229 miles (370 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $132 Average price | $112 Average price | $106 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Matera:
A bus is $87 (€72) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Matera costing on average $112 (€92).
A bus is $108 (€89) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Matera costing on average $132 (€109).
Other travel options to Matera take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 46m.
Bus takes on average 5h 55m.
Tickets start at around $24 (€20) compared to roughly $106 (€87) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $81 (€67). The journey takes 5h 55m versus 4h 32m 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 FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Itabus, 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 FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:34PM | Duration 5h34 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Matera buses for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3825 | 9:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h30 | 3:30 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 7h35 | 5:00 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h35 | 5:05 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
1201 | 11:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 7h40 | 6:40 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
1115 | 2:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 7h05 | 9:05 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 8h25 | 11:40 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h40 | 11:40 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h30 | 6:00 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
133 | 11:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h55 | 5:45 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 11 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 7h50 | 10:35 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Rome to Matera run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 229 miles (370 km) distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 229 miles (370 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Matera — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Matera trip today.
Immersive multimedia museum in a restored historic house that explains the history of Matera and the Sassi; often the best first stop for orientation.
Contemporary sculpture museum set inside cave spaces and a historic palace in the Sassi, making it one of Matera’s most distinctive cultural visits.
National museum with medieval and modern art collections, housed in a Baroque palace and known for works connected to Carlo Levi and southern Italy.
The more dramatic and ancient-looking of Matera’s two Sassi districts, filled with cave dwellings, viewpoints, and highly photogenic streets.
The larger Sassi district, known for restored cave homes, churches, accommodations, and easier walking routes through Matera’s iconic stone scenery.
Panoramic terrace with one of the classic postcard views over the Sassi, especially popular at sunset and widely shared on social media.
Traditional durum-wheat sourdough bread with a thick crust and fragrant crumb, long considered a symbol of Matera and its bread-making heritage.
A rustic peasant salad made with stale local bread, tomatoes, onion, oregano, and olive oil; sometimes served in a summer version or with vegetables.
A hearty soup of mixed pulses and grains from the Matera area, traditionally prepared for communal summer gatherings and rural celebrations.
Well-known restaurant in the Sassi area with a romantic cave setting, focused on refined Lucanian cuisine, local wines, and polished service.
Established Matera osteria known for traditional Basilicata dishes, local ingredients, and a warm stone-vaulted atmosphere in the historic center.
Elegant dining venue with panoramic views over the Sassi, offering a more upscale interpretation of local cuisine in a historic setting.
Prices are moderate for Italy. Hotels in the Sassi can cost more, but meals and coffee are usually reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but leaving EUR 1-2 at cafés or 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares if helpful.
Official public transport app
Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo, Matera -> Matera Centrale
Traveling from Portofino to Milan by train can be exciting and comfortable. On average, trains along this route take around 2h 52min to cover the 80 miles (129km) that separates the two cities. The fastest train services can take about 2h 07min to travel the same distance. In a day, 28 trains are frequent with several direct journeys.
On average, around 28 trains depart from Portofino to Milan daily. However, train services and schedules on this route can vary on weekdays and weekends. The first train leaves Portofino at around 5:05 am while the last train on this route departs at about 4:46 pm. Make sure to check out the details of your train ticket to know the exact time your train leaves Portofino for Milan.
Most trains from Portofino to Milan take an average of 2h 52min. The distance between the two Italian cities is approximately 80miles (129km). Both connecting and direct train services are available for those traveling from Portofino City to Milan City. There are up to six stopovers during the train journey along this route. Normally, connecting trains can take around 4h 05min to travel from Portofino to Milan.
Departure train station:The departure train station serving the entire Portofino City is known as Santa Margherita Ligure or simply SML. SML is not actually located in Portofino, instead, it is about a 25_minute bus ride from the city center. Passengers can access the station by taking buses from the Portofino city center. Amenities at the station include ticket offices, restrooms, waiting rooms, and luggage storage facilities. There are also high_end cafes and restaurants where passengers can grab snacks and drinks before boarding their respective trains to Milan.
Arrival train station:Your train from Portofino to Milan will arrive at Milano Centrale train station. Locally known as Stazione Milano Centrale, this station is the main one within the city of Milan and the largest rail station(by volume) in Europe. The station is only a 16_minute drive and a 35_minute walk from the city center. Milano Centrale features 24 tracks, a large ticket office, self_service ticket machines, executive and club class lounges, a post office, the KiPoint left luggage facility, restaurants, and shops. Passengers can access public transport from outside the station where taxis, buses, and trans are in plenty.
Most trains from Portofino to Milan are operated by Trenitalia train company. As a national railway company, Trenitalia runs a fleet of high_speed trains such as Freccia Rossa, Freccia Bianca, and Freccia Argento. All these high_speed trains provide direct services between the two cities. Intercity and Intercity overnight trains, including regional trains, are also part of Trenitalia company. Only that they run on standard railway lines outside the modern high_speed network. Intercity trains assure you of both medium and long_distance connections and wide coverage of the Portofino_Milan rail network. Intercity night trains have cabins with beds, seating, or berths to make your overnight journeys comfortable and relaxing.
A journey on a night train assures you a fulfilling rest on your way to your destination. Night trains offer a great way to travel from Portofino to Milan with more comfort at affordable rates. The journey takes an overall duration of 4h 10min to cover the distance of approximately 80 miles (129km) with a few connections along the way.
Trenitalia is the main service provider of trains operating between Portofino and Milan. In a single day, up to 28 trains travel this route. Trenitalia’s Freccia fleet of trains provides direct journeys from Portofino to Milan. Typically, these high_speed trains are extremely fast, taking an average of 2h 52min on this route. Intercity and regional trains are also operated by Trenitalia. Unlike the Freccia trains, Intercity and Regionale’s fleets of trains are a little bit slower. Most of them offer connecting journeys along the Portofino_Milan route.
A journey by train to Milan from Portofino is indeed a sustainable way of traveling between these two cities in Italy. The modern types of trains are environmentally friendly. Compared to airplanes, cars, and buses, trains emit around 75% less carbon into the atmosphere. In this regard, trains contribute so little to global warming and climate change. In terms of use of space, noise levels and energy consumption, trains are more sustainable than other means of transport.
The Portofino_Milan trainroute is mainly served by the Trenitalia fleet of trains. These trains offer different onboard services. If you travel with Trenitalia’s Freccia Rossa, Freccia Bianca, or Freccia Argento, you can book any of the available four levels of classes. They include Standard Class, Premium Class (provides welcome snacks, drinks, and a morning newspaper), Business Class (drinks, snacks, morning newspaper), and Executive Class (access to FrecciaClub lounges, gourmet meals, and Fast Track). Intercity trains, on the other hand, provide onboard services namely, power sockets, plenty of seats, courtesy lights, retractable tables, and air_conditioning. All trains under Trenitalia allow passengers to travel with their small pets (cats and small dogs). The pets must be in their special transport carriers. These trains also have the same bike policies whereby travelers are required to come along with their two_wheelers on board. The bikes must be foldable models or disassembled for easy loading on the train. Facilities for travelers with limited mobility are available as well.
Fares for trains from Portofino to Milan can vary depending on the service provider, time of the day, class, and route. That said, you can still find affordable train tickets for this route. For instance, you may consider an early booking before your travel. This is because some companies release train tickets at least three to six months in advance, so most of these tickets are usually cheap. You can also try to be as flexible as possible when traveling from Portofino to Milan by train. In this regard, you should travel outside of the peak hours to enjoy lower_priced tickets. If not, you as well board a connecting or slower train traveling this route to pay low fares
The name "Milan" resonates well with fashion and shopping. Indeed, this Italian city is famous for its numerous designer boutiques and fashion weeks. Now, you can have a valid reason to visit this magnificent city. Besides, Milan has a lot of things to do, many places of cultural or historical interest to visit, and sampling the finest Italian and continental dishes. Start your tour of Milan by visiting the most emblematic attraction, the Milan Cathedral. Locally known as Duomo di Milano, this architectural wonder is Milan’s symbol and it sits on Piazza del Duomo. It is actually the third largest cathedral globally behind Saint Peter’s Cathedral (Rome) and the Cathedral of Seville. Other top things to do on your visit to Milan include:
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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 Rome to Matera buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Matera 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.
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