The cheapest and fastest buses from Venice to Matera
Cheapest price
€51
Average price
€74
Fastest journey
16 h 25 m
Average duration
18 h 29 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
634 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Venice to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Matera will cost around €74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
Of the 4 buses that leave Venice for Matera on Tue, Dec 23, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct buses cover the 634 km distance in an average of 18 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 25 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest buses will take 22 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.








Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Venice to Matera
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Venice to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €97.
Distance: 634 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€71 Average price Cheapest | €76 Average price | €161 Average price |
13h 32m Average total duration 13h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 27m Average total duration 8h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Venice to Matera bus times
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Matera buses for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 17h15 | 4:05 PM Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
![]() | 4:10 AM Venice | 17h20 | 9:30 PM Matera | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:05 AM Venice | 22h35 | 9:40 AM Matera | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:35 AM Venice | 16h25 | 4:00 AM Matera | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Venice | 17h35 | 3:05 PM Matera | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Venice to Matera
Buses from Venice to Matera run on average 9 times per day, taking around 13h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 634 km distance in 14h 0m.
Distance 634 km |
Average bus duration 13h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 14h 0m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee from Venice to MateraYou can travel by bus between Venice to Matera with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Venice to Matera
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice 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 Venice 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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