How to travel from Bologna to Matera

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Compare bus, flight, and train for Bologna to Matera

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $41 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, while a train costs an average of $123.

Distance: 375 miles (605 km)

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$41

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Cheapest

$76

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$123

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9h 57m

Average total duration

9h 27m

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30m

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3h 36m

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1h 36m

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7h 58m

Average total duration

7h 28m

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30m

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0.6 - 1.5kg

CO2 emissions

1.8 - 3.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.5kg

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Marino Autolinee

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Malta Air

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Frecciarossa

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Matera is a bus with an average price of $41.

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Matera:

A bus is $35 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Matera costing on average $76.

A bus is $82 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Matera costing on average $123.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Matera is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 36m.

Other travel options to Matera take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 58m.

Bus takes on average 9h 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bologna and Matera including taking a bus, flight, and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Bologna to Matera among Omio's users.

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from Bologna to Matera

How to get from Bologna to Matera by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Bologna to Matera is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Itabus2213
    11:05 PM9h25
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    8:30 AMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo
    $371One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Itabus2213
    11:05 PM9h25
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    8:30 AMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo
    $371One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 549
    10:15 AM1h20
    Bologna Airport
    11:35 AMBari Palese Airport
    $1111One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9583+TrenitaliaFRECCIALINK LK115
    10:27 AM8h14
    Bologna Centrale
    6:41 PMMatera Centrale
    $1431One-way
    1 transfer
  • Marino Autolinee047
    11:40 PM9h05
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    8:45 AMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo
    $391One-way
    0 transfers
  • Marino Autolinee131
    10:00 PM9h20
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    7:20 AMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo
    $391One-way
    0 transfers
  • Marino Autolinee203
    11:30 AM10h05
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    9:35 PMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo
    $391One-way
    0 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 3774
    5:45 AM1h25
    Bologna Airport
    7:10 AMBrindisi Airport
    $781One-way
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ1318 · AZ1623
    3:30 PM2h55
    Bologna Airport
    6:25 PMBrindisi Airport
    $1021One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1320 · AZ1625
    7:05 PM3h55
    Bologna Airport
    11:00 PMBrindisi Airport
    $1021One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bologna to Matera

Travel to Matera easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bologna to Matera.

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There are 3 options to travel between Bologna and Matera including taking a bus, flight, and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Matera is a bus with an average price of $41.

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Matera:

A bus is $35 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Matera costing on average $76.

A bus is $82 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Matera costing on average $123.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Matera is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 36m.

Other travel options to Matera take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 58m.

Bus takes on average 9h 57m.

The distance from Bologna to Matera is approximately 375 miles (605 km).
The average frequency per day from Bologna to Matera is:
  • Around 19 flights per day.
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna and Matera as scheduled services by bus, flight, and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to Matera:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bologna Airport and arrive in Brindisi Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Matera Centrale.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Matera, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Frecciarossa, Italo to go to Matera by train.
  • Travel with Marino Autolinee, Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Matera by bus.
  • Travel with Malta Air, Ryanair, ITA to go to Matera by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bologna to Matera with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct buses per day with Marino Autolinee, Itabus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 4 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Matera often also extend their vacation to go to Bari, Naples, Rome, Bari Palese Airport, Salerno. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Matera and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Matera to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Matera, explore the ancient streets of the Sassi, a UNESCO World Heritage site with prehistoric cave dwellings. Visit the Matera Cathedral for stunning frescoes and city views, and Casa Noha for insights into local history. Discover the impressive engineering of the Palombaro Lungo underground cistern and enjoy modern art at MUSMA. Savor traditional Lucanian cuisine at local trattorias, join guided tours to learn about the city's cultural transformation, attend vibrant festivals, and take scenic walks along the Gravina River.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Matera's historic Sassi, rock churches, and local cuisine.
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