The cheapest and fastest trains from Lecce to Matera
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lecce to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lecce to Matera will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lecce for Matera on Mon, Dec 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest trains will take 4 h 7 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 train and bus for Lecce to Matera
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lecce to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 137 km
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€19 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lecce to Matera train times
The table below shows live departures for Lecce to Matera trains for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 PM Lecce | 10h52 | 6:52 AM Matera | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, December 15 | |||||
![]() | 8:17 AM Lecce | 4h07 | 12:24 PM Matera | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lecce to Matera
Trains from Lecce to Matera run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 137 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 137 km |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 04:00 |
Last train 22:15 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa from Lecce to Matera trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Lecce and Matera from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lecce to Matera
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lecce to Matera by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Matera, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lecce to Matera
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main road.
- Alibi Creative Club
- Osteria degli Spiriti
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hilton Garden Inn Lecce
- Patria Palace Hotel
- Risorgimento Resort
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and intercity destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional train connections
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Osteria Al Casale
- Ristorante Francesca
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel San Domenico Al Piano
- Hotel Nazionale
- Hotel Sassi
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Bari and regional destinations
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Train: Connections to Bari via Ferrovie Appulo Lucane
- Monkey Drink House
- Bus: Ferrovie Appulo Lucane operates services
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