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Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli
Main museum for finds from Pompeii and nearby sites, including mosaics, frescoes and everyday objects that add context to the ruins.
Cheapest price on 05 Oct
£24
Average ticket price on 05 Oct
£25
Fastest journey on 05 Oct
3 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 05 Oct
3 h 42 m
Buses on 05 Oct
3
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Matera to Pompei is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Matera to Pompei will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
On Mon 05 Oct, we found 3 buses from Matera to Pompei, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 178 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 45 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.






Buses from Matera to Pompei run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 178 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 178 km |
Average bus duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Matera to Pompei coaches for today, Sunday 4 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
· | 8:35 Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 3h40 | 12:15 Pompei, Piazza Falcone e Borsellino | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ Metropolitano 21329+ FRECCIALINK LK114 | 10:20 Matera Centrale | 5h16 | 15:36 Pompei station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ Metropolitano 21329 · POMPEI LINK NP33+ FRECCIALINK LK114 | 10:20 Matera Centrale | 6h00 | 16:20 Pompei Scavi - Villa Dei Misteri | 3 changes | |
1202+ Metropolitano 21338 | 11:05 Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 5h14 | 16:19 Pompei station | 1 change | |
1202+ Metropolitano 21336 | 11:05 Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 4h44 | 15:49 Pompei station | 1 change | |
1202+ Metropolitano 21342 | 11:05 Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 6h44 | 17:49 Pompei station | 1 change | |
· | 17:15 Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 3h45 | 21:00 Pompei, Piazza Falcone e Borsellino | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Main museum for finds from Pompeii and nearby sites, including mosaics, frescoes and everyday objects that add context to the ruins.
Antiquarium at Pompeii presenting artefacts, casts and a concise introduction to the city’s history before entering the excavation area.
Small civic museum in the shrine complex displaying devotional objects and documents linked to the modern town’s religious history.
Historic civic square by the basilica, temple buildings and market spaces. It is the key orientation point for exploring ancient Pompeii on foot.
Long straight street lined with houses, baths and shops. Excellent for seeing paving stones, fountains and the rhythm of Roman urban life.
Modern central square facing the sanctuary, lively yet practical for strolling, people-watching and linking the new town with the station area.
Wood-fired pizza from the Naples area with a soft, airy crust and simple toppings. A defining local tradition eaten across Pompei and Campania.
Small potato dumplings baked or dressed with tomato sauce and mozzarella. Common in Campania home cooking and closely tied to Sunday family meals.
Pasta with courgettes, often fried then cooked until creamy with cheese. A classic Neapolitan dish popular around Pompei for its rich, comforting flavour.
Established restaurant near the ruins serving Campanian seafood, pasta and local specialities in a polished but relaxed setting.
Casual, well-known pizzeria and restaurant popular for Neapolitan pizza, classic pasta dishes and an easy-going local atmosphere.
Traditional dining spot in central Pompei known for regional dishes, pizza and generous portions in a friendly, informal environment.
Moderate for Italy: dining and hotels near the ruins cost more than in smaller towns, but local cafes, pizza and Circumvesuviana trains keep visits fairly affordable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis do not require tips; round up. In cafes, small change is enough.
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Pompei Santuario -> Piazza Bartolo Longo, Pompei
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Most Matera to Pompei buses use the Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo to Pompei, Piazza Falcone e Borsellino station pair. Use this guide to compare Matera and Pompei bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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