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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna to Matera
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€44
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 14 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
605 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Matera will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 15 buses that leave Bologna for Matera on Sat, Dec 13, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 13 the direct buses cover the 605 km distance in an average of 7 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
On Sat, Dec 13 the slowest buses will take 7 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare bus, train, and flight 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 prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €59.
Distance: 605 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€37 Average price Cheapest | €80 Average price | €107 Average price |
9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Matera bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Matera buses for today, Friday, December 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3825 | 2:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 12h15 | 2:55 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2723 | 10:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 12h30 | 10:50 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 203 | 10:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 10h05 | 8:35 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3803 · 1225 | 3:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h45 | 4:45 AM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
| 2401 · 1225 | 3:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h25 | 4:45 AM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h20 | 5:00 AM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h25 | 10:40 AM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
| 104 | 9:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 9h20 | 6:20 AM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 047 | 10:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 9h05 | 7:45 AM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:54 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 17h11 | 4:05 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Bus from Bologna to Matera
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Buses from Bologna to Matera run on average 12 times per day, taking around 9h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:54. The fastest bus covers the 605 km distance in 9h 20m.
Distance 605 km |
Average bus duration 9h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 9h 20m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:54 |
Bus providers: Marino Autolinee, Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Bologna to MateraYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Matera with Marino Autolinee, Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bologna to Matera
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Matera by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Matera, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Bologna, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Bologna, Stazione Centrale, Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna. When arriving in Matera, you can end your route in coach stations like Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo, Matera, Centrale and Matera, Viale A. Moro (fronte " Pianeta Casa" ).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bologna, Stazione Centrale, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bologna to Matera
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ristorante Il Terrazzino (0.5 km)
- Osteria Al Casale (0.6 km)
- Caffè Tripoli (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 14, 15
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