How to travel from Milan to Matera

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Milan to Matera

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Milan to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $83 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $83, while a flight costs an average of $249.

Distance: 499 miles (804 km)

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$83

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$249

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$114

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$272

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14h 32m

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14h 2m

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4h 36m

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9h 13m

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9h 21m

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2.4 - 4.8kg

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0.2 - 0.7kg

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ITA

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

The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Matera is a bus with an average price of $83 (€70).

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

A bus is $31 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Matera costing on average $114 (€96).

A bus is $166 (€139) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Matera costing on average $249 (€209).

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Matera is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 36m.

Other travel options to Matera take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 13m.

Bus takes on average 14h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Milan and Matera including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Milan to Matera among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $83 (€70) compared to roughly $272 (€228) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $189 (€159). The journey takes 14h 2m versus 9h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Milan to Matera

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Itabus2213
    8:05 PM12h25
    Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)
    8:30 AMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo
    $301One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Itabus2213
    8:05 PM12h25
    Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)
    8:30 AMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo
    $301One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • ITAAZ1637
    6:15 AM1h25
    Milan Linate Airport
    7:40 AMBari Palese Airport
    $1451One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Italo9939
    1:40 PM8h11
    Milan Centrale
    9:51 PMMolfetta station
    $1251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Italo9939
    1:40 PM8h30
    Milan Centrale
    10:10 PMBari Centrale
    $1251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Itabus2213
    7:20 PM13h10
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    8:30 AMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo
    $301One-way
    0 transfers
  • Itabus3827 · 1201
    12:30 AM17h55
    Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)
    6:25 PMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo
    $361One-way
    1 transfer
  • Marino Autolinee047
    9:05 PM11h40
    Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)
    8:45 AMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo
    $381One-way
    0 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 278
    5:45 AM1h40
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    7:25 AMBari Palese Airport
    $411One-way
    0 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 3448
    9:35 AM1h40
    Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport
    11:15 AMBrindisi Airport
    $551One-way
    0 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 2858
    4:20 PM1h40
    Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport
    6:00 PMBrindisi Airport
    $571One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Milan 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 Milan to Matera.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Milan and Matera including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Matera is a bus with an average price of $83 (€70).

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

A bus is $31 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Matera costing on average $114 (€96).

A bus is $166 (€139) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Matera costing on average $249 (€209).

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Matera is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 36m.

Other travel options to Matera take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 13m.

Bus takes on average 14h 32m.

The distance from Milan to Matera is approximately 499 miles (804 km).
The average frequency per day from Milan to Matera is:
  • Around 50 flights per day.
  • Around 20 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Milan to Matera:
  • {stationMode_1} mostly depart from Milan Linate Airport and arrive in Brindisi Airport.
  • {stationMode_2} mostly depart from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and arrive in Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo.
  • {stationMode_3} mostly depart from Milan Centrale and arrive in {arrivalStation_3}.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Milan to Matera, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Italo to go to Matera by train.
  • Travel with Marino Autolinee, Itabus, FlixBus, Infobus to go to Matera by bus.
  • Travel with Malta Air, ITA, easyJet, Ryanair, Neos Air, Swiss, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Avion Express Malta, Luxair, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Croatia Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Matera by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Milan to Matera with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with Marino Autolinee, Itabus, Infobus.
  • 18 direct flights per day with Malta Air, ITA, easyJet, Ryanair, Neos Air.
Omio customers who travel from Milan to Matera often also extend their vacation to go to Bari, Naples, Bari Centrale, Rome, Bari Palese Airport. 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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