The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera Centrale
Cheapest price
$122
Average price
$122
Fastest journey
7 h 20 m
Average duration
7 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
560 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera Centrale will cost around $122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $122.
It's difficult to get from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera Centrale without transferring at least once.
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
FRECCIALINK LK01510:14 AM7h20Florence Santa Maria Novella5:34 PMMatera Centrale$1221One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
FRECCIALINK LK01510:14 AM7h20Florence Santa Maria Novella5:34 PMMatera Centrale$1221One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $71.
Distance: 347 miles (560 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$111 Average price | $60 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $183 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 17m Average total duration 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration Fastest 4h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 24m Average total duration 12h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera Centrale:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera Centrale costing on average $60 (€49).
A bus is $73 (€59) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera Centrale costing on average $111 (€89).
Other travel options to Matera Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 47m.
Bus takes on average 12h 54m.
Tickets start at around $111 (€89) compared to roughly $183 (€148) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $72 (€58). The journey takes 6h 47m versus 6h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera Centrale trains for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ FRECCIALINK LK015 | 10:14 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h03 | 6:17 PM Matera Centrale | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera Centrale
Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera Centrale run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€58) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:14, the last at 10:14. The fastest train covers the 347 miles (560 km) distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 347 miles (560 km) |
Average train duration 6h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€58) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 7h 0m |
First train 8:14 AM |
Last train 10:14 AM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Frecciarossa from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera Centrale trainsFrecciarossa trains will get you between Florence Santa Maria Novella and Matera Centrale from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera Centrale by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Matera Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera Centrale
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Osteria Al Casale
- Ristorante Francesca
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel San Domenico Al Piano
- Hotel Nazionale
- Hotel Sassi
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Bari and regional destinations
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Train: Connections to Bari via Ferrovie Appulo Lucane
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