The cheapest and fastest buses from Matera to Rome
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
370 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Matera to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Matera to Rome will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 12 buses that leave Matera for Rome on Mon, Nov 17, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 17 the direct buses cover the 370 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Mon, Nov 17 the slowest buses will take 5 h 35 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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FRECCIALINK LK114+
FRECCIAROSSA 9588Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Matera to Rome
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Matera to Rome 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €20.
Distance: 370 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€32 Average price Cheapest | €121 Average price | €67 Average price |
6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Matera to Rome bus times
The table below shows live departures for Matera to Rome buses for today, Sunday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
117 | 10:15 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 6h15 | 4:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
1226 | 10:50 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 6h05 | 4:55 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 6h25 | 6:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, November 17 | |||||
216 · 206 | 5:15 AM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 7h25 | 12:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
2726 | 5:30 AM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 7h20 | 12:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIALINK LK114+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 9:20 AM Matera Centrale | 5h35 | 2:55 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 6h45 | 5:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
3826 | 3:05 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 6h50 | 9:55 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Matera to Rome
Buses from Matera to Rome run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 370 km distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 370 km |
Average bus duration 5h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Liscio from Matera to RomeYou can travel by bus between Matera to Rome with Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Liscio 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 Matera to Rome
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Matera to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Matera, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo, Matera, Centrale and Matera, Viale A. Moro (fronte " Pianeta Casa" ). When arriving in Rome, you can end your route in coach stations like Rome, Termini (G), Rome, Roma Ostiense and Rome, Termini.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Rome, Termini (G), located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Matera to Rome
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ristorante Italiano (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 520, 720 Train: Leonardo Express
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