The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence to Matera
Cheapest price
£112
Average price
£112
Fastest journey
7 h 20 m
Average duration
7 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
559 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Matera will cost around £112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £112.
To travel from Florence to Matera you need to make at least one change.
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
FRECCIALINK LK01510:147h20Florence Santa Maria Novella17:34Matera Centrale£1121One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
FRECCIALINK LK01510:147h20Florence Santa Maria Novella17:34Matera Centrale£1121One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Florence to Matera
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Florence to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 559 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£91 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £91 Average Price |
7h 17m Average total duration 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 18m Average total duration 9h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Florence to Matera train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Matera trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 7 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ FRECCIALINK LK015 | 8:14 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h20 | 15:34 Matera Centrale | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence to Matera
Trains from Florence to Matera run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 559 km distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 559 km |
Average train duration 6h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 7h 0m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Frecciarossa from Florence to Matera trainsFrecciarossa trains will get you between Florence and Matera from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Florence to Matera train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Matera by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Matera, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Florence and Matera
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via dello Steccuto.
- Trattoria Fratelli Briganti
- Osteria di Poneta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Corolle
- Hotel Dalmazia
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-9 for intercity and high-speed trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Osteria Al Casale
- Ristorante Francesca
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel San Domenico Al Piano
- Hotel Nazionale
- Hotel Sassi
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Bari and regional destinations
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Train: Connections to Bari via Ferrovie Appulo Lucane
- Monkey Drink House
- Bus: Ferrovie Appulo Lucane operates services
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