The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome to Matera
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€50
Fastest journey
5 h 21 m
Average duration
6 h 11 m
Buses per day
25
Distance
370 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Matera will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 25 buses that leave Rome for Matera on Sat, Dec 13, 5 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 370 km distance in an average of 6 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 21 m .
On Sat, Dec 13 the slowest buses will take 6 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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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rome to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. 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 €9, and a flight costs an average of €19.
Distance: 370 km
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€23 Average price Cheapest | €133 Average price | €79 Average price |
6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m 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
Rome to Matera bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8191+ 3825 | 5:00 AM Rome Termini | 9h55 | 2:55 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
9903+ 3825 | 6:40 AM Rome Termini | 8h15 | 2:55 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
3825 | 8:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h45 | 2:55 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
9967+ 3825 | 8:41 AM Rome Termini | 6h14 | 2:55 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
8111+ 2723 | 9:30 AM Rome Termini | 13h20 | 10:50 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h35 | 4:05 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
9971+ 2723 | 9:40 AM Rome Termini | 13h10 | 10:50 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
8903+ 2723 | 10:15 AM Rome Termini | 12h35 | 10:50 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
9998+ 2723 | 10:40 AM Rome Termini | 12h10 | 10:50 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ FRECCIALINK LK015 | 11:00 AM Rome Termini | 5h21 | 4:21 PM Matera Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9919+ 2723 | 11:30 AM Rome Termini | 11h20 | 10:50 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
9975+ 2723 | 11:40 AM Rome Termini | 11h10 | 10:50 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
8907+ 2723 | 12:30 PM Rome Termini | 10h20 | 10:50 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
9977+ 2723 | 12:40 PM Rome Termini | 10h10 | 10:50 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
8902+ 2723 | 1:15 PM Rome Termini | 9h35 | 10:50 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
9927+ 2723 | 1:30 PM Rome Termini | 9h20 | 10:50 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
207 · 203 | 1:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 7h05 | 8:35 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
9931+ 2723 | 2:30 PM Rome Termini | 8h20 | 10:50 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
9981+ 2723 | 2:40 PM Rome Termini | 8h10 | 10:50 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
8929+ 2723 | 3:15 PM Rome Termini | 7h35 | 10:50 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
9935+ 2723 | 3:30 PM Rome Termini | 7h20 | 10:50 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
2723 | 3:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 7h10 | 10:50 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h30 | 5:00 AM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
1225 | 10:35 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h10 | 4:45 AM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
118 | 10:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h15 | 5:05 AM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome to Matera
Buses from Rome to Matera run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 370 km distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 370 km |
Average bus duration 5h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 10m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar from Rome to MateraYou can travel by bus between Rome to Matera with Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Rome to Matera
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina, which is located around 3.5 miles (5.6 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.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Rome to Matera
- 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
- 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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