The cheapest and fastest trains from Matera to Lecce
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
4 h 12 m
Average duration
4 h 52 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Matera to Lecce is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Matera to Lecce 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 Matera for Lecce on Sat, Dec 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 27 the direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 4 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 12 m .
On Sat, Dec 27 the slowest trains will take 5 h 32 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 and train for Matera to Lecce
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Matera to Lecce 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 0m. 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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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€19 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest |
3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Matera to Lecce train times
The table below shows live departures for Matera to Lecce trains for today, Friday, December 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:43 PM Matera | 4h12 | 10:55 PM Lecce | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, December 27 | |||||
![]() | 2:12 PM Matera | 5h32 | 7:44 PM Lecce | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Matera to Lecce
Trains from Matera to Lecce run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 137 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 137 km |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 22:15 |
Train companies: Regionale from Matera to Lecce trainsRegionale trains will get you between Matera and Lecce 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 Matera to Lecce
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Matera to Lecce 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 Lecce, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Matera to Lecce
- Monkey Drink House
- Bus: Ferrovie Appulo Lucane operates services
- 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
- 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
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