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Casa Grotta di Vico Solitario
Museum inside a furnished cave dwelling that shows how local families lived in Matera before modern rehousing.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Foggia to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Foggia to Matera will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 trains from Foggia to Matera, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 125 km distance in an average of 7 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 42 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.

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Trains from Foggia to Matera run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 125 km distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 125 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 4:00 |
Last train 23:18 |
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The table below shows live departures for Foggia to Matera trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 7:52 Foggia | 7h42 | 15:34 Matera | 0 changesdirect | |
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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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Most Foggia to Matera trains use the Foggia to Matera Villa Longo station pair. Use this guide to compare Foggia and Matera train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Foggia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Al Primo Piano, Osteria Numero Dieci
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Foggia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Foggia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Foggia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Foggia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Foggia: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cicolella, Hotel Europa, White House Hotel.
Incoronata is 10 km from Foggia city centre. Public transport options include:
Incoronata has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Incoronata.
Accessibility facilities are available at Incoronata.
Matera Villa Longo is 1 km from Matera city centre. Public transport options include:
Matera Villa Longo has practical services for this route, including Dining and Hotel.
Food options include: Monkey Drink House
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