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Compare train and bus 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 €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 57 km
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€14 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest |
2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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 €14 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 21:27. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 9:27 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Regionale, Ferrovie Appulo Lucane from Matera to Taranto trainsRegionale, Ferrovie Appulo Lucane trains will get you between Matera and Taranto from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
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
Most Matera to Taranto trains use the Matera Villa Longo to Stazione di Taranto station pair. Use this guide to compare Matera and Taranto train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Matera station do trains to Taranto leave from?
Getting to Matera Villa Longo from Matera city centre
Matera Villa Longo is 1 km from Matera city centre. Public transport options include:
Matera Villa Longo train station facilities and services
Matera Villa Longo has practical services for this route, including Dining and Hotel.
Food and drink
Food options include: Monkey Drink House
Getting to Matera Centrale from Matera city centre
Matera Centrale train station facilities and services
Matera Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Osteria Al Casale, Ristorante Francesca
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Matera Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Matera Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Matera Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Matera Centrale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Matera Centrale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel San Domenico Al Piano, Hotel Nazionale, Hotel Sassi.
Getting to Matera Sud from Matera city centre
Which Taranto station do trains from Matera arrive at?
Getting to Stazione di Taranto from Taranto city centre
Stazione di Taranto train station facilities and services
Stazione di Taranto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Al Gambero, Trattoria del Pescatore
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stazione di Taranto. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Stazione di Taranto. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stazione di Taranto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stazione di Taranto: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stazione di Taranto: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza Taranto, Mercure Delfino Taranto.
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