How to travel from Gallipoli to Matera

There are 2 options to travel between Gallipoli and Matera including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Gallipoli to Matera is a bus with an average price of $39.

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

A bus is $4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gallipoli to Matera costing on average $43.

The fastest way to travel from Gallipoli to Matera is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 3m.

Other travel options to Matera take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 3m.

The distance from Gallipoli to Matera is approximately 83 miles (135 km).

The average frequency per day from Gallipoli to Matera is:

• Around 2 buses per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Gallipoli to Matera:

• Trains mostly depart from Gallipoli station and arrive in Matera Villa Longo.
• Buses mostly depart from Gallipoli, Piazza Cimitero and arrive in Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gallipoli to Matera, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Miccolis, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus to go to Matera by bus.
• Travel with Ferrovie del Sud Est e Servizi Automobilistici S.r.l. to go to Matera by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Gallipoli to Matera:

• 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Gallipoli 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.