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Compare bus and train for Matera to Taranto
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Matera to Taranto 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 35m. 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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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€13 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Matera to Taranto train times
The table below shows live departures for Matera to Taranto trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:19 AM Matera | 4h36 | 1:55 PM Taranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:27 PM Matera | 4h08 | 5:35 PM Taranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:27 PM Matera | 3h45 | 11:12 PM Taranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Matera to Taranto
Trains from Matera to Taranto run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 21:27. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 2h 39m.
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 21:27 |
Train companies: Regionale, Ferrovie Appulo Lucane from Matera to Taranto trainsRegionale, Ferrovie Appulo Lucane trains will get you between Matera and Taranto from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Ferrovie Appulo Lucane
FAQs: Trains from Matera to Taranto
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Matera to Taranto 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 Taranto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Matera to Taranto
- 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 from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours.
- Ristorante Al Gambero
- Trattoria del Pescatore
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Plaza Taranto
- Mercure Delfino Taranto
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to various Italian destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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