The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera
Cheapest price
$110
Average price
$110
Fastest journey
7 h 7 m
Average duration
7 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
560 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera 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 will cost around $110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $110.
Of the 1 trains that leave Florence Santa Maria Novella for Matera on Sat, Nov 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 08 the direct trains cover the 560 km distance in an average of 7 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 7 m .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest trains will take 7 h 7 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 347 miles (560 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€88 Average price | €55 Average price Cheapest | €124 Average price |
7h 26m Average total duration 6h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 33m Average total duration 11h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 47m Average total duration Fastest 6h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:14 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h07 | 3:21 PM Matera | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera
Distance 347 miles (560 km) |
Average train duration 6h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€53) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 7h 4m |
First train 08:14 |
Last train 09:14 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera start from as low as $65 (€53) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $109 (€88) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Frecciarossa from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera trainsFrecciarossa trains will get you between Florence Santa Maria Novella and Matera from $31 (€25). 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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Matera
- 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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