The cheapest and fastest trains from Taranto to Matera
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Taranto to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taranto to Matera will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 4 trains that leave Taranto for Matera on Thu, Jan 08, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 08 the direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
On Thu, Jan 08 the slowest trains will take 3 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 train and bus for Taranto to Matera
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Taranto to Matera 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 42m. 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 | €5 Average price Cheapest |
2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Taranto to Matera train times
The table below shows live departures for Taranto to Matera trains for today, Wednesday, January 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:05 PM Taranto | 2h55 | 7:00 PM Matera | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, January 8 | |||||
![]() | 4:00 AM Taranto | 3h31 | 7:31 AM Matera | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:55 PM Taranto | 3h17 | 6:12 PM Matera | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Taranto to Matera by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Taranto to Matera
Trains from Taranto to Matera run on average 9 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 04:24, the last at 21:27. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 04:24 |
Last train 21:27 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Taranto to Matera trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Taranto and Matera 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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FAQs: Trains from Taranto to Matera
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taranto 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 Taranto to Matera
- 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
- 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
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