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Museo Civico
Small civic museum presenting local archaeology and history, useful for understanding Maratea before exploring the old town.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paestum to Maratea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 47 miles (76 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 57m faster (53m by train vs 1h 50m by car) and roughly $13 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($9 vs $22). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Intercity, Regionale.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Paestum to Maratea trains for today, Sunday, August 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:10 AM Paestum | 1h14 | 9:24 AM Maratea | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:10 AM Paestum | 1h17 | 11:27 AM Maratea | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:54 PM Paestum | 1h08 | 2:02 PM Maratea | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:18 PM Paestum | 1h22 | 2:40 PM Maratea | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:11 PM Paestum | 1h21 | 3:32 PM Maratea | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Paestum to Maratea run on average 18 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:11, the last at 21:43. The fastest train covers the 47 miles (76 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 47 miles (76 km) |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 2:11 AM |
Last train 9:43 PM |
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Small civic museum presenting local archaeology and history, useful for understanding Maratea before exploring the old town.
Exhibition space focused on sacred art and objects tied to the patron saint and the hilltop basilica complex.
Local gallery space used for temporary exhibitions, giving visitors a look at contemporary and regional artistic activity.
Atmospheric historic center with lanes, stairways, churches, and palaces. Ideal for wandering and seeing Maratea beyond the coast.
Hill road and walking approach leading toward the basilica and castle ruins, rewarding visitors with memorable panoramas.
Viewpoint area near the famous statue, especially popular at sunset for expansive vistas of the coast and mountain backdrop.
Spaghetti with local seafood, often clams or mussels, reflecting Maratea's Tyrrhenian coast and simple southern cooking.
Fresh anchovies prepared grilled, marinated, or fried. A classic coastal staple in Maratea, valued for its daily catch and clean flavor.
Baccalà cooked with tomatoes, olives, or peppers. Salt cod is a long-standing southern Italian tradition also found on Maratea tables.
Refined dining with seafood-focused cuisine and polished service, popular for romantic meals and scenic hotel surroundings.
Established seafront restaurant known for fresh fish and classic southern Italian dishes in an elegant coastal setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving Lucanian specialties, homemade pasta, and local ingredients in a relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for coastal Italy. Lodging rises in summer, but dining and local transport are usually reasonable outside peak season.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service; taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine at cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paestum to Maratea 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 Maratea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paestum to Maratea trains use the Paestum to Maratea station pair, with some services arriving at Marina Di Maratea. Use this guide to compare Paestum and Maratea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paestum is 1 km from Paestum city centre. Public transport options include:
Paestum has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Barlotti, Ristorante Nettuno
Ticket office support is available at Paestum.
Available at Paestum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paestum: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paestum.
Nearby hotels include Mec Paestum Hotel, Hotel Esplanade, Hotel Cerere.
Maratea is 1 km from Maratea city centre. Public transport options include:
Maratea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Taverna di Zu Cicco, Ristorante Pizzeria La Fenice
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Maratea. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Maratea. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maratea: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Maratea: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maratea: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Murmann, La Locanda delle Donne Monache, Hotel Villa Cheta Elite.
Marina Di Maratea is 4 km from Maratea city centre. Public transport options include:
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