- Must visit
Museo Correale di Terranova
Sorrento’s main civic museum in a historic villa, displaying local paintings, furniture, ceramics and views over the coast from its gardens.
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£12
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£14
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
3 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
4 h 12 m
Buses on 13 Oct
7
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Matera to Sorrento is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Matera to Sorrento will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
On Tue 13 Oct, we found 7 buses from Matera to Sorrento, including 7 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 188 km distance in an average of 4 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 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 Sorrento run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 19:50. The fastest coach covers the 188 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 188 km |
Average bus duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 19:50 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Matera to Sorrento coaches for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:25 Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 3h50 | 16:15 Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 0 changesdirect | |
330 · 328 | 14:40 Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 4h35 | 19:15 Napoli, Metropark Staz.FS Terminalbus | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:15 Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 4h05 | 21:20 Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:15 Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo | 3h45 | 21:00 Pompei, Piazza Falcone e Borsellino | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 13 October | |||||
![]() | 3:00 Matera | 4h45 | 7:45 Sorrento | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:15 Matera | 4h50 | 10:05 Sorrento | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:35 Matera | 4h00 | 10:35 Sorrento | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:35 Matera | 4h00 | 11:35 Sorrento | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:40 Matera | 4h45 | 12:25 Sorrento | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:55 Matera | 4h30 | 13:25 Sorrento | 0 changesdirect | |
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Discover the best of Sorrento — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sorrento trip today.
Sorrento’s main civic museum in a historic villa, displaying local paintings, furniture, ceramics and views over the coast from its gardens.
A compact museum dedicated to the inlaid wood craft that shaped Sorrento’s identity, with period objects and demonstrations of local artistry.
A contemporary art space in a historic villa, hosting temporary exhibitions in a refined setting close to the old town and sea views.
Sorrento’s best-known square, busy with shops and transport links, and a practical starting point for exploring the historic centre and coast.
A scenic public villa above the sea with classic Bay of Naples views, sunset benches and easy access to the cloister and old town lanes.
The old fishing harbour below the cliffs, loved for its colourful boats, waterfront setting and traditional atmosphere close to the centre.
Gnocchi alla sorrentina are soft potato dumplings baked with tomato sauce, fiordilatte and basil. They are a signature comfort dish of the Sorrento Peninsula.
Delizia al limone is a sponge cake filled and coated with lemon cream. It celebrates the area’s famous lemons and is a classic Sorrento pastry.
Cannelloni sorrentina are pasta tubes filled traditionally with ricotta and baked in tomato sauce with cheese. They are a well-known Sunday-style local dish.
Elegant dining room with sea views, focused on polished Campanian cooking, seafood and tasting menus inside Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria.
Traditional restaurant serving local pasta, seafood and Campanian dishes with a refined but relaxed atmosphere in central Sorrento.
Popular traditional venue for wood-fired pizza, pasta and local favourites in an informal, busy atmosphere close to the historic centre.
More expensive than many Italian towns, with higher hotel rates, dining and seasonal transport costs in peak tourist months.
Service may be included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Round up taxi fares. Small change is enough in cafés.
Official public transport app
Enjoy Travelling office -> Piazza Tasso, Sorrento
The most popular day trips by bus from Sorrento are Positano, Amalfi, Ravello, Naples and Salerno. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Sorrento on Omio.

Positano is known for pastel houses cascading down steep cliffs to the sea on the Amalfi Coast. Narrow lanes, small beaches and stylish shops give it a polished yet laid-back character.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 18:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 9 km distance in 50m.

Amalfi is a small seaside town on the Costiera Amalfitana, known for its dramatic setting and the Duomo di Amalfi. Its narrow lanes, steep stairways and maritime past give it a lively yet compact character.

Ravello is a hilltop town on the Amalfi Coast known for elegant villas, gardens and broad sea views. Set above the busier shoreline, it has a calm atmosphere shaped by medieval lanes and a long connection with music and the arts.
The earliest coach runs at 06:30, the last at 19:00.

Naples is a lively city on the Bay of Naples, known for pizza, faded grandeur and the presence of Vesuvius. Its historic centre is dense and energetic, where churches, street life and sea views sit close together.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 25 km distance in 1h 25m.

Salerno is a coastal city known for its broad seafront, medieval centre and the Duomo di Salerno. It feels more lived-in than polished, mixing everyday southern Italian life with a strong historical character.
The earliest coach runs at 03:50, the last at 23:30.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Matera to Sorrento 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 Sorrento, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Matera to Sorrento buses use the Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo to Napoli, Autostazione Metropark station pair. Use this guide to compare Matera and Sorrento 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.
Sorrento, Corso Italia / Piazza Angelina Lauro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Ristorante Tasso (0.2 km), Il Buco (0.5 km), Trattoria Da Emilia (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Sorrento, Corso Italia / Piazza Angelina Lauro.
Available at Sorrento, Corso Italia / Piazza Angelina Lauro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sorrento, Corso Italia / Piazza Angelina Lauro: Elevators, ramps.
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