The cheapest and fastest buses from Potenza to Matera
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€5
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€10
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 48 m
Buses on Sep 17
5
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Potenza to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Potenza to Matera will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 5 buses from Potenza to Matera, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 67 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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.
12015:00 PM1h25Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)6:25 PMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo€51One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:20 AM1h40Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)6:00 AMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo€81One-way0 transfers
· 5:00 PM2h10Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)7:10 PMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo€121One-way1 transfer
· 8:25 AM1h55Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)10:20 AMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo€121One-way1 transfer
· 12:15 PM1h50Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)2:05 PMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo€121One-way1 transfer
12015:00 PM1h25Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)6:25 PMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo€51One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:20 AM1h40Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)6:00 AMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo€81One-way0 transfers
· 12:15 PM1h50Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)2:05 PMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo€121One-way1 transfer
· 8:25 AM1h55Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)10:20 AMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo€121One-way1 transfer
· 5:00 PM2h10Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)7:10 PMMatera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo€121One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus for Potenza to Matera
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Potenza to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €6 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, while a bus costs an average of €6.
Distance: 67 km
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
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€6 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Potenza to Matera:
A bus is €16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Potenza to Matera costing on average €26.
Other travel options to Matera take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 40m.
Live departures
Potenza to Matera bus times
The table below shows live departures for Potenza to Matera buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 4:20 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1h40 | 6:00 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 8:25 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1h55 | 10:20 AM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
· | 12:15 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1h50 | 2:05 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
1201 | 5:00 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1h25 | 6:25 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 5:00 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 2h10 | 7:10 PM Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Potenza to Matera
Buses from Potenza to Matera run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 67 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 67 km |
Average bus duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Miccolis, Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Grassani S.r.l. from Potenza to MateraYou can travel by bus between Potenza to Matera with Miccolis, Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Grassani S.r.l. for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Potenza to Matera
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Potenza 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.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Miccolis
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- 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).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Miccolis
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Miccolis
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Potenza to Matera
Most Potenza to Matera buses use the Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) to Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo station pair, with some services arriving at Matera. Use this guide to compare Potenza and Matera bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Potenza station do buses to Matera leave from?
Getting to Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) from Potenza city centre
Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) is 1 km from Potenza city centre. Public transport options include:
Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) bus station facilities and services
Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Terminal (in the station), Trattoria del Basento (0.5 km), Osteria Potentina (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus): Elevators, ramps.
Which Matera station do buses from Potenza arrive at?
Getting to Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo from Matera city centre
Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo is 1 km from Matera city centre. Public transport options include:
Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo bus station facilities and services
Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Il Terrazzino (0.5 km), Osteria Al Casale (0.6 km), Caffè Tripoli (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Matera from Matera city centre
Matera bus station facilities and services
Matera has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Matera. ATMs are available at Matera.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Matera.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Matera: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Matera: Wheelchair accessible routes are available.
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