The cheapest and fastest buses from Lecce to Matera
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 8 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lecce to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lecce to Matera will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 5 buses that leave Lecce for Matera on Sat, Jun 13, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 13 the direct buses cover the 137 km distance in an average of 5 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jun 13 the slowest buses will take 10 h 30 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus7:40 AM3h45Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)11:25 AMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo€181One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus9:00 PM3h30Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)12:30 AMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo€191One-way1 transfer
6:35 AM3h45Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)10:20 AMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo€251One-way0 transfers
3:00 PM4h10Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)7:10 PMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo€251One-way0 transfers
1120 · 38255:00 AM10h30Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)3:30 PMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo€651One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus9:00 PM3h30Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)12:30 AMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo€191One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus7:40 AM3h45Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)11:25 AMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo€181One-way1 transfer
6:35 AM3h45Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)10:20 AMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo€251One-way0 transfers
3:00 PM4h10Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)7:10 PMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo€251One-way0 transfers
1120 · 38255:00 AM10h30Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)3:30 PMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo€651One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lecce to Matera
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lecce to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 137 km
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €29 Average price |
3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lecce to Matera bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lecce to Matera buses for today, Friday, June 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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1120 · 3825 | 5:00 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 10h30 | 3:30 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:35 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 3h45 | 10:20 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 3h45 | 11:25 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 4h10 | 7:10 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 3h30 | 12:30 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lecce to Matera
Buses from Lecce to Matera run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:00, the last at 22:15. The fastest bus covers the 137 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 137 km |
Average bus duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 4:00 AM |
Last bus 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Miccolis, FlixBus, Itabus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Elios Autoservizi from Lecce to MateraYou can travel by bus between Lecce to Matera with Miccolis, FlixBus, Itabus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Elios Autoservizi for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lecce to Matera
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lecce 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.

- Miccolis
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- Miccolis
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Miccolis
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Miccolis
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Miccolis
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lecce to Matera
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the bus terminal entrance.
- Ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 30, 31 Train: Lecce Station
- 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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