The cheapest and fastest buses from Taranto to Matera
Cheapest price
€4
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Taranto to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taranto to Matera will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
Of the 5 buses that leave Taranto for Matera on Sat, Dec 13, 4 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 57 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Sat, Dec 13 the slowest buses will take 4 h 6 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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Treno 19838 effettuato con Bus BA718 · Autobus BA216 · Regionale FAL 29

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Treno 19838 effettuato con Bus BA718 · Autobus BA216 · Regionale FAL 29Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Taranto to Matera
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Taranto to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 57 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€5 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Taranto to Matera bus times
The table below shows live departures for Taranto 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 2h20 | 9:20 AM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Treno 19838 effettuato con Bus BA714 · Autobus BA216 · Regionale FAL 29 | 7:24 AM Taranto station | 4h06 | 11:30 AM Matera Villa Longo | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 9:35 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 1h15 | 10:50 AM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:35 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 2h35 | 6:10 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 1h15 | 11:30 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Taranto to Matera
Buses from Taranto to Matera run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:24, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 57 km distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 57 km |
Average bus duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 14m |
First bus 04:24 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: Miccolis, FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Taranto to MateraYou can travel by bus between Taranto to Matera with Miccolis, FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as €3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Taranto to Matera
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taranto 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 Taranto, Terminal Cimino, which is located around 4.1 miles (6.6 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 Taranto to Matera
- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Caffè Terminal (in the station)
- Ristorante Pizzeria Cimino (0.2 km)
- Trattoria Al Gambero (0.5 km).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 3, 5 Train: FS
- 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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