- Must visit
Casa Grotta di Vico Solitario
Museum inside a furnished cave dwelling that shows how local families lived in Matera before modern rehousing.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Otranto to Matera
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
11 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
11 h 10 m
Buses on 05 Sept
2
Distance
170 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Otranto to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Otranto to Matera will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Fast coaches
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 2 buses from Otranto to Matera, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 170 km distance in an average of 11 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 10 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.
3:2011h10Otranto14:30Matera£211One-way0 changes- 2:2011h10Otranto13:30Matera£331One-way0 changes
- 3:2011h10Otranto14:30Matera£211One-way0 changes
- 2:2011h10Otranto13:30Matera£331One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach for Otranto to Matera
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Otranto to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £50 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, while a coach costs an average of £50.
Distance: 170 km
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Most popular Coach | Driving |
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£50 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Otranto to Matera is a coach with an average price of £50.
The fastest way to travel from Otranto to Matera is by coach with an average journey time of 3h 20m.
Yes, you can take a coach between Otranto and Matera.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £50 compared to roughly £31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-18.96. The journey takes 3h 20m versus 2h 27m 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.
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.
Live departures
Otranto to Matera bus times
The table below shows live departures for Otranto to Matera coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 2:20 Otranto | 11h10 | 13:30 Matera | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3:20 Otranto | 11h10 | 14:30 Matera | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Otranto to Matera
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Buses from Otranto to Matera run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:46, the last at 08:35. The fastest coach covers the 170 km distance in 11h 10m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 170 km |
Average bus duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 10m |
First bus 5:46 |
Last bus 8:35 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Itabus, BlaBlaCar from Otranto to MateraYou can travel by bus between Otranto to Matera with Itabus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Itabus
About
Itabus is a leading bus company in Italy, providing reliable and comfortable transportation services to its customers. Itabus operates a fleet of modern buses, ranging from luxury coaches to standard buses, all equipped with air conditioning, comfortable seating, and onboard entertainment.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Itabus Duration
11h 10m
Cheapest Itabus Price
£31
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Dedicated seating areas; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Matera
Things to do in Matera
Discover the best of Matera — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Matera trip today.
- Must visit
Casa Noha
Working cave house with tools, cellars and domestic spaces that vividly presents daily life in the Sassi.
- Recommended
MUSMA
Contemporary sculpture museum in cave spaces and courtyards, known for exhibitions that pair modern art with Matera’s stone setting.
- Must visit
Sasso Caveoso
Ancient cave district of homes, lanes and terraces, ideal for wandering and seeing Matera’s most recognisable urban landscape.
- Must visit
Civita
Historic ridge between the two Sassi, with narrow lanes, churches and strategic viewpoints over the old town.
- Must visit
Sasso Barisano
Cave district with stepped streets and stone façades, popular for scenic walks and a slightly quieter atmosphere than Caveoso.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Pane di Matera
Crisp, intensely flavoured bread made with local semolina and sourdough. Its long shelf life suited cave dwellers and it is a symbol of Matera.
Orecchiette alla materana
Fresh pasta shaped like small ears, traditionally served with tomato sauce, caciocavallo or lamb ragù. A staple across Basilicata homes.
Strascinati con peperoni cruschi
Durum wheat pasta with dried sweet peppers, often breadcrumbs and sometimes anchovy. The crunchy peppers are a hallmark of Lucanian cooking.
Baccanti
Refined dining in the Sassi focused on Basilicata ingredients, with elegant plating and a romantic setting in historic stone rooms.
Panificio Perrone
Popular bakery and casual eatery known for Pane di Matera, focaccia, pizza and quick local bites, ideal for tasting regional baked goods.
Osteria Pico
Traditional Matera restaurant in the Sassi serving Lucanian dishes, house pasta and local wine in a warm cave-like setting.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Italy: cave hotels can be pricey, but dining is reasonable and local buses are low-cost for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
My Bus Matera
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Prices
- Single ticket
- Unknown
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo -> Piazza Vittorio Veneto, Matera
- Distance
- 1.5 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- My Bus Matera is the official local bus app for routes, stops and real-time updates.
- I could not verify a current official single ticket or day pass fare from the available official sources, so check the operator before travel.
FAQs: Otranto to Matera coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Otranto 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Otranto to Matera can start from as little as £31 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Otranto to Matera is £50; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Otranto to Matera is 11h 10m to travel the 170 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Otranto to Matera leaves at 5:46. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Otranto to Matera leaves at 8:35.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Otranto to Matera with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Otranto to Matera, you can count on Itabus, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Matera. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Otranto and Matera and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Matera from Otranto is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 11h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Otranto to Matera is September.
Yes, you can take a coach between Otranto and Matera.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Otranto to Matera:
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Otranto to Matera for coach company Itabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Otranto to Matera depends on the coach companies:
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Itabus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Otranto to Matera.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Otranto to Matera:
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Otranto to Matera:
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Otranto to Matera. The following conditions apply:
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Otranto to Matera with the following coach company: Itabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Otranto to Matera with the following coach company: Itabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Otranto to Matera with the following coach company: Itabus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Otranto and Matera
Most Otranto to Matera buses use the Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto to Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo station pair. Use this guide to compare Otranto and Matera bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Otranto
Arrival bus stations in Matera
Which Matera station do buses from Otranto arrive at?
Buses from Otranto to Matera arrive at Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo. Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo is 1 km from Matera city centre.
Matera, Via Don Luigi SturzoVia Don Luigi Sturzo, Matera
City-centre transport
Getting to Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo from Matera city centre
Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo is 1 km from Matera city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus7, 14, 15
Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo bus station facilities and services
Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Il Terrazzino (0.5 km), Osteria Al Casale (0.6 km), Caffè Tripoli (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Matera, Via Don Luigi Sturzo: Elevators, ramps.
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