The cheapest and fastest buses from Messina to Matera
Cheapest price
€43
Average price
€57
Fastest journey
18 h 15 m
Average duration
20 h 27 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
290 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Messina to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Messina to Matera will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
It's difficult to get from Messina to Matera without transferring at least once.
4412 · 2723
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
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4412 · 2723Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Messina to Matera
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Messina to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €42, and a bus costs an average of €41.
Distance: 290 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€68 Average price | €64 Average price Cheapest |
7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration Fastest 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Messina to Matera bus times
The table below shows live departures for Messina 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 19h05 | 5:00 AM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 18h15 | 4:05 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
4412 · 2723 | 10:50 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 24h00 | 10:50 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Messina to Matera
Buses from Messina to Matera run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €41 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 290 km distance in 7h 55m.
Distance 290 km |
Average bus duration 6h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €41 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 55m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 22:50 |
Bus providers: Itabus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro from Messina to MateraYou can travel by bus between Messina to Matera with Itabus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro for as low as €41. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro
FAQs: Bus from Messina to Matera
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina 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.

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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Messina to Matera
- 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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