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Museo Archeologico Nazionale Domenico Ridola
The city’s leading museum preserves archaeology from prehistoric to classical times, giving essential context before exploring the Sassi.
Flights from Montecatini Terme to Matera depart on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €82 but you can travel from only €68 by bus.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest flight covers the 371 miles (598 km) distance in 1h 20m. April is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 371 miles (598 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €82 |
Flights per day 3 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
First flight 6:30 AM |
Last flight 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montecatini Terme to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €72 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €72, while a train costs an average of €81.
Distance: 371 miles (598 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€81 Average price | €72 Average price Cheapest | €120 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 48m Average total duration Fastest 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 25m Average total duration 11h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Montecatini Terme to Matera:
A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montecatini Terme to Matera costing on average €81.
A bus is €100 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montecatini Terme to Matera costing on average €172.
Other travel options to Matera take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 18m.
Bus takes on average 11h 55m.
The table below shows live departures for Montecatini Terme to Matera flights for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:15 AM Montecatini Terme | 1h20 | 10:35 AM Matera | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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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