How to travel from Polignano a Mare to Matera

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

The cheapest way to travel from Polignano a Mare to Matera is a bus with an average price of $4.

This is compared to other travel options from Polignano a Mare to Matera:

A bus is $7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Polignano a Mare to Matera costing on average $11.

The fastest way to travel from Polignano a Mare to Matera is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 20m.

Other travel options to Matera take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 40m.

The distance from Polignano a Mare to Matera is approximately 39 miles (63 km).

The average frequency per day from Polignano a Mare to Matera is:

• Around 12 trains per day.
• Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Polignano a Mare to Matera:

• Trains mostly depart from Polignano a Mare station and arrive in Matera Villa Longo.
• Buses mostly depart from Polignano a Mare, Via Martiri di Dogali / P.zza Giuseppe Garibaldi and arrive in Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo.

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

• Travel with Regionale to go to Matera by train.
• Travel with Itabus to go to Matera by bus.

Omio customers who travel from Polignano a Mare 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.