- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale Domenico Ridola
The city’s leading museum preserves archaeology from prehistoric to classical times, giving essential context before exploring the Sassi.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Polignano a Mare to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Polignano a Mare to Matera will cost around zł 58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł 57.
It's difficult to get from Polignano a Mare to Matera without transferring at least 2 times.

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Trains from Polignano a Mare to Matera run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł 43 but you can travel from only zł 15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 39 miles (63 km) distance in 1h 49m.
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The table below shows live departures for Polignano a Mare to Matera trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:56 PM Polignano a Mare | 2h54 | 5:50 PM Matera | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:56 PM Polignano a Mare | 2h57 | 7:53 PM Matera | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:26 PM Polignano a Mare | 2h40 | 9:06 PM Matera | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:56 PM Polignano a Mare | 2h54 | 9:50 PM Matera | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:20 PM Polignano a Mare | 2h30 | 9:50 PM Matera | 3 transfers |
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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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Matera Centrale -> Piazza Vittorio Veneto, Matera
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Most Polignano a Mare to Matera trains use the Polignano A Mare to Matera Villa Longo station pair. Use this guide to compare Polignano a Mare and Matera train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Polignano A Mare has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ristorante Grotta Palazzese, Antiche Mura
Ticket office support is available at Polignano A Mare. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Polignano A Mare: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Polignano A Mare: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Polignano A Mare: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Covo dei Saraceni, Hotel Grotta Palazzese, Hotel San Tommaso.
Matera Villa Longo is 1 km from Matera city centre. Public transport options include:
Matera Villa Longo has practical services for this route, including Dining and Hotel.
Food options include: Monkey Drink House
Check train stations information for Polignano a Mare and Matera, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.