- Must visit
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 13 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 13 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 13 Sept
40 m
Average journey duration on 13 Sept
1 h 7 m
Buses on 13 Sept
3
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Monopoli to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Monopoli to Matera will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
On Sun 13 Sept, we found 3 buses from Monopoli to Matera, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 40 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.






Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Monopoli to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 66 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Monopoli to Matera:
A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Monopoli to Matera costing on average £11.
Other travel options to Matera take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 10m.
Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £6. The journey takes 1h 29m versus 1h 15m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Miccolis, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Monopoli to Matera coaches for today, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 23:00 Monopoli | 0h40 | 23:40 Matera | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 13 September | |||||
![]() | 11:30 Monopoli | 1h40 | 13:10 Matera | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Monopoli to Matera run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:00, the last at 22:04. The fastest coach covers the 66 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 66 km |
Average bus duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 4:00 |
Last bus 22:04 |
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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.
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Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo -> Piazza Vittorio Veneto, Matera
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