- Must visit
Palazzo Lanfranchi - Museo Nazionale d'Arte Medievale e Moderna della Basilicata
Major regional art museum in a former seminary, known for works by Carlo Levi and collections covering Basilicata's medieval and modern art.
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
13 h
Average duration
13 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sorrento to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sorrento to Matera will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
It's difficult to get from Sorrento to Matera without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sorrento to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a bus costs an average of $16.
Distance: 116 miles (188 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$64 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about -3h -26m sooner (5h 36m by bus vs 3h 10m by car) and save roughly $-13.17 (€-10.79) compared to fuel and tolls ($64 (€52) vs $50 (€41)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar.
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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
The table below shows live departures for Sorrento to Matera buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Sorrento, Corso Italia / Piazza Angelina Lauro | 13h00 | 6:00 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Sorrento to Matera run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 116 miles (188 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 116 miles (188 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
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.
Major regional art museum in a former seminary, known for works by Carlo Levi and collections covering Basilicata's medieval and modern art.
Multimedia house museum run by FAI that gives an excellent introduction to Matera's history before exploring the Sassi on foot.
Contemporary sculpture museum set in cave spaces of Palazzo Pomarici, creating a distinctive contrast between modern art and the ancient Sassi.
The more dramatic of the two main Sassi districts, known for cave dwellings, iconic church views, and strong cinematic appeal.
Lively Sassi district with restored cave buildings, churches, and walking lanes that balance heritage with active tourism.
Scenic square at the edge of Sasso Caveoso, with one of the classic postcard views of rock houses and the Gravina.
Traditional sourdough bread made with local durum wheat semolina, famous for its large horned shape, thick crust, and long shelf life.
A rustic bread salad from Matera made with stale Pane Di Matera, tomatoes, onion, and olive oil; often served fresh in summer.
A hearty Materan soup of mixed legumes and grains, historically shared at communal summer gatherings and tied closely to local peasant traditions.
Established Matera restaurant in the Sassi area, known for refined Lucanian cuisine, local ingredients, and a romantic cave-like setting.
Popular Sassi restaurant with atmospheric cave dining, offering classic Materan and Basilicata dishes with a slightly upscale approach.
Well-known traditional osteria in Matera serving regional dishes, house specialties, and local wines in a cozy stone interior.
Moderate by Italian standards. Cave-area stays cost more, but casual dining and coffee are reasonable.
Service is often included or modest. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes is enough; 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis: round up, not mandatory.
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Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo, Matera -> Matera Centrale
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