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Casa Grotta di Vico Solitario
Museum inside a furnished cave dwelling that shows how local families lived in Matera before modern rehousing.
Cheapest price on 07 Oct
£10
Average ticket price on 07 Oct
£15
Fastest journey on 07 Oct
3 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 07 Oct
3 h 46 m
Buses on 07 Oct
4
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lecce to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lecce to Matera will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
To travel from Lecce to Matera you need to make at least one change.
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· Buses from Lecce to Matera run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:00, the last at 22:15. The fastest coach covers the 137 km distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 137 km |
Average bus duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 29m |
First bus 4:00 |
Last bus 22:15 |
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Best time to book 56 days |
The table below shows live departures for Lecce to Matera coaches for today, Tuesday 6 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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· | 6:35 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 3h45 | 10:20 Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 change | |
· | 10:25 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 3h40 | 14:05 Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 change | |
· | 15:00 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 4h10 | 19:10 Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 3h30 | 0:30 Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 1 change | |
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Discover the best of Matera — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Matera trip today.
Museum inside a furnished cave dwelling that shows how local families lived in Matera before modern rehousing.
Working cave house with tools, cellars and domestic spaces that vividly presents daily life in the Sassi.
Contemporary sculpture museum in cave spaces and courtyards, known for exhibitions that pair modern art with Matera’s stone setting.
Ancient cave district of homes, lanes and terraces, ideal for wandering and seeing Matera’s most recognisable urban landscape.
Historic ridge between the two Sassi, with narrow lanes, churches and strategic viewpoints over the old town.
Cave district with stepped streets and stone façades, popular for scenic walks and a slightly quieter atmosphere than Caveoso.
Crisp, intensely flavoured bread made with local semolina and sourdough. Its long shelf life suited cave dwellers and it is a symbol of Matera.
Fresh pasta shaped like small ears, traditionally served with tomato sauce, caciocavallo or lamb ragù. A staple across Basilicata homes.
Durum wheat pasta with dried sweet peppers, often breadcrumbs and sometimes anchovy. The crunchy peppers are a hallmark of Lucanian cooking.
Refined dining in the Sassi focused on Basilicata ingredients, with elegant plating and a romantic setting in historic stone rooms.
Popular bakery and casual eatery known for Pane di Matera, focaccia, pizza and quick local bites, ideal for tasting regional baked goods.
Traditional Matera restaurant in the Sassi serving Lucanian dishes, house pasta and local wine in a warm cave-like setting.
Moderate for Italy: cave hotels can be pricey, but dining is reasonable and local buses are low-cost for visitors.
Service is often included or rounded up. Leave €1-2 in cafés, round up taxi fares, and tip 5-10% in restaurants only for notably good service.
Official public transport app
Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo -> Piazza Vittorio Veneto, Matera
The most popular day trips by bus from Matera are Bari, Altamura, Taranto, Potenza and Alberobello. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Matera on Omio.

Bari is a lively Adriatic city known for Bari Vecchia, the Basilica di San Nicola and its strong Apulian character. Historic lanes, street food and a working seafront give it an everyday southern Italian atmosphere.
There are 18 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 54 km distance in 55m.

Altamura in Puglia is known for its Romanesque cathedral and its famous DOP bread. The pale stone old town has medieval lanes and cloisters, with strong ties to the Murge landscape and local prehistory.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 18 km distance in 20m.

Taranto is a port city in Puglia known for its ancient Greek roots and strong naval identity. Set between two seas, it mixes an atmospheric old town, seafood culture and important archaeology.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 57 km distance in 1h 15m.

Potenza is the hilltop capital of Basilicata, known for its lofty setting, long public escalators and compact historic centre. More civic than showy, it gives travellers a clear sense of everyday southern Italian life beneath the Lucanian Apennines.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 67 km distance in 1h 20m.

Alberobello in Puglia is best known for its trulli, the whitewashed stone houses with conical roofs. The historic quarters have a calm, intimate feel shaped by rural Apulian life and local food.
The earliest coach runs at 06:40, the last at 19:51.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lecce to Matera 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lecce to Matera buses use the Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) to Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo station pair, with some services arriving at Salandra, Via Scalo Ferrovia (Motel Basentum). Use this guide to compare Lecce and Matera bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Available at Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus): Ramps.
Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo is 1 km from Matera city centre. Public transport options include:
Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Terrazzino (0.5 km), Osteria Al Casale (0.6 km), Caffè Tripoli (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo.
Available at Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo: Elevators, ramps.
Matera has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Matera. ATMs are available at Matera.
Ticket office support is available at Matera.
Available at Matera: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Matera: Wheelchair accessible routes are available.
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