How to get from Naples to Matera
Naples to Matera is 195 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 2h 40m by bus. The trip takes 7h 25m by ferry.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Naples to Matera by price and travel time (route calculated on 25 October 2026).
- First bus at 02:15, last at 19:00
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Naples to Matera. The most useful door-to-door route takes 3h 45m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 195 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on October 2, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
195 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | €8Omio catalogue, Nov 7 | 2h 40mFastestdirect | See Bus details |
| Ferry | €49Older observation | 7h 25m1 transfer | See Ferry details |
- Bus€8Omio catalogue, Nov 72h 40m · directFastestSee Bus details
- Ferry€49Older observation7h 25m · 1 transferSee Ferry details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Naples to Matera: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Naples → Materabus12Go·3h 45m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Departures from Naples to Matera
Operators on this route: FlixBus, Marino, Itabus. Published departures from 02:15 to 19:00.
| Operator | First | Last |
|---|---|---|
| FlixBus, Marino, Itabusbus | 02:15 | 19:00 |
All departures
- 02:15
- 06:15
- 10:15
- 14:00
- 14:45
- 19:00
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 2h 40m€8Book
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Nov 7
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with 12Go; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Naples to Matera works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 25 October 2026. Start with a 12Go bus from Naples to Matera, about 3h 45m. In total it's roughly €11 over 3h 45m, direct, no transfers.
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Naples to Matera: common questions
How long does it take to get from Naples to Matera?
Routavio's route check on 25 October 2026 puts the most useful route at about 3h 45m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Naples to Matera?
The first bus with FlixBus, Marino, Itabus leaves at 02:15 and the last at 19:00, according to the published timetable.
How far is Matera from Naples?
About 195 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Naples to Matera cost?
Routavio's price check on 2 October 2026 puts the route we recommend at €11. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Naples to Matera?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with 12Go.
What is the cheapest way to get from Naples to Matera?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: 12Go
Route calculated: 25 Oct 2026
Prices checked: 2 Oct 2026