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Museo Pino Pascali
Small civic museum presenting local contemporary art and cultural exhibitions inside a historic building in the old centre.
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Matera to Polignano a Mare among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 63 km
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£11 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Trains from Matera to Polignano a Mare run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 4:47 |
Last train 21:56 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
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Small civic museum presenting local contemporary art and cultural exhibitions inside a historic building in the old centre.
Gallery space for temporary contemporary art exhibitions, useful for visitors seeking modern culture beyond the town’s seafront scenery.
Cultural venue with rotating art and heritage displays that add local context to a walk through the historic centre.
Famous cove framed by cliffs and the old bridge, ideal for classic views, swimming in season, and iconic photos of the town.
Seafront terrace near the Modugno statue with wide Adriatic views, sea breeze, and one of the town’s most popular sunset spots.
Historic centre of whitewashed lanes, stairways, and sea balconies, best explored on foot for atmosphere, architecture, and viewpoints.
Raw local sea urchin, eaten fresh with bread in season. A classic Pugliese seaside delicacy prized for its sweet, briny flavour.
Rice, potatoes and mussels baked in layers with tomatoes and Pecorino. A much-loved Apulian home dish tied to coastal cooking.
Small ear-shaped pasta traditionally served with a tomato sauce and cacioricotta or with turnip tops. A signature pasta of Puglia.
Established seafood restaurant with classic Pugliese dishes, raw catches and a polished yet relaxed atmosphere near the centre.
Popular casual stop for coffee and the town's famous special coffee, plus pastries and light bites in a lively central setting.
Well-known restaurant serving local seafood, pasta and regional classics in a welcoming traditional dining room.
Moderate for Puglia: stays rise in summer, dining is reasonable, and local trains are cheap compared with Italy’s bigger resort towns.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Polignano a Mare station -> Piazza Vittorio Emanuele, Polignano a Mare
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Matera to Polignano a Mare 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 Polignano a Mare, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Matera to Polignano a Mare trains use the Matera Villa Longo to Polignano A Mare station pair. Use this guide to compare Matera and Polignano a Mare train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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
Matera Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Osteria Al Casale, Ristorante Francesca
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Ticket office support is available at Matera Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Matera Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Matera Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Matera Centrale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Matera Centrale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel San Domenico Al Piano, Hotel Nazionale, Hotel Sassi.
Polignano A Mare has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ristorante Grotta Palazzese, Antiche Mura
Ticket office support is available at Polignano A Mare. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Polignano A Mare: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Polignano A Mare: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Polignano A Mare: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Covo dei Saraceni, Hotel Grotta Palazzese, Hotel San Tommaso.
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