The cheapest and fastest coaches from Palermo to Matera
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
14 h 59 m
Average duration
15 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Palermo to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Matera will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.
Of the 2 buses that leave Palermo for Matera every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 398 km distance in an average of 15 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 59 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 20 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and train for Palermo to Matera
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £61.
Distance: 398 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£63 Average Price Cheapest | £99 Average Price | £130 Average Price |
16h 39m Average total duration 16h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 34m Average total duration 19h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Palermo to Matera bus times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Matera coaches for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:15 Palermo | 14h59 | 07:14 Matera | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 8 November | |||||
![]() | 07:10 Palermo | 15h20 | 22:30 Matera | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Palermo to Matera
Buses from Palermo to Matera run on average 2 times per day, taking around 16h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 04:00, the last at 20:25. The fastest coach covers the 398 km distance in 12h 15m.
Distance 398 km |
Average bus duration 16h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 15m |
First bus 04:00 |
Last bus 20:25 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Palermo to MateraYou can travel by bus between Palermo to Matera with FlixBus for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Palermo to Matera coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Palermo and Matera
- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ristorante Il Terrazzino (0.5 km)
- Osteria Al Casale (0.6 km)
- Caffè Tripoli (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 14, 15
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