The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bari Palese Airport to Matera Centrale
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
36 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bari Palese Airport to Matera Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari Palese Airport to Matera Centrale will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
Of the 12 buses that leave Bari Palese Airport for Matera Centrale every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 54 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 50 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.


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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bari Palese Airport to Matera Centrale
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bari Palese Airport to Matera Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £62.
Distance: 54 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£3 Average Price Cheapest | £130 Average Price |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 12m Average total duration 14h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bari Palese Airport to Matera Centrale bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bari Palese Airport to Matera Centrale coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
74R | 17:30 Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 1h15 | 18:45 Matera, Viale Aldo Moro (Comuna di Matera) | 0 changesdirect | |
71R | 20:30 Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 1h15 | 21:45 Matera, Viale Aldo Moro (Comuna di Matera) | 0 changesdirect | |
72R | 23:30 Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 1h15 | 00:45 Matera, Viale Aldo Moro (Comuna di Matera) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
02 - 21R | 08:15 Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 1h15 | 09:30 Matera, Viale Aldo Moro (Comuna di Matera) | 0 changesdirect | |
73R | 10:30 Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 1h15 | 11:45 Matera, Viale Aldo Moro (Comuna di Matera) | 0 changesdirect | |
81R | 12:40 Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 1h15 | 13:55 Matera, Viale Aldo Moro (Comuna di Matera) | 0 changesdirect | |
02 - 22R | 14:00 Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 1h15 | 15:15 Matera, Viale Aldo Moro (Comuna di Matera) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bari Palese Airport to Matera Centrale
Buses from Bari Palese Airport to Matera Centrale run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 16:45, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 54 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 54 km |
Average bus duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 16:45 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Bus providers: Sitabasilicata, Cotrap, Aeroporti, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Miccolis, FlixBus, Itabus, Autolinee Smaldone from Bari Palese Airport to Matera CentraleYou can travel by bus between Bari Palese Airport to Matera Centrale with Sitabasilicata, Cotrap, Aeroporti, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Miccolis, FlixBus, Itabus, Autolinee Smaldone for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bari Palese Airport to Matera Centrale coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari Palese Airport to Matera Centrale by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Matera Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Aeroporti
- Model 1 airport fleet models include side or rear manual ramps and powered lifts for easy wheelchair access.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Cotrap
- COTRAP guarantees the transport of people with disabilities or reduced mobility without any additional charge and strives to ensure accessibility and information.
- Aeroporti
- Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours prior to travel for a refund, often with an administration fee, or a voucher may be offered.
- Cotrap
- A ticket purchased online is only valid for the booked date, time, and route, and if not used, it cannot be reused or refunded.
- Sitabasilicata
- Tickets can be cancelled and a full refund may be available if cancelled up to 15 minutes before departure.
- Aeroporti
- Airport buses are usually equipped with larger luggage space.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Sitabasilicata
- One handbag (42x30x18 cm) and one hold luggage (80x50x30 cm) up to 20 kg are included for free.
- Aeroporti
- Additional luggage can be purchased, and a surcharge may apply for oversized or extra items.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Sitabasilicata
- Additional hold luggage (80x50x30 cm, max 20 kg) and special luggage (max 240 cm total dimensions, max 30 kg) can be added for a fee.
- Aeroporti
- Small dogs up to 40 cm can travel for free in a basket or transport bag, larger dogs require a child ticket and must be on a leash and wear a muzzle.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Miccolis
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
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