The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Matera
Cheapest price
£99
Average price
£123
Fastest journey
8 h 51 m
Average duration
9 h 45 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
804 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Matera will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £99.
Of the 5 trains that leave Milan for Matera every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 804 km distance in an average of 9 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 53 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, train and flight for Milan to Matera
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Milan to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £69.
Distance: 804 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£117 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest | £96 Average Price |
9h 7m Average total duration 8h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 4m Average total duration 12h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Milan to Matera train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Matera trains for today, Wednesday 7 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ FRECCIALINK LK115 | 08:10 Milan Centrale | 9h18 | 17:28 Matera Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9617 · FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ FRECCIALINK LK115 | 08:35 Milan Centrale | 8h53 | 17:28 Matera Centrale | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 8 January | |||||
![]() | 05:10 Milan | 10h53 | 16:03 Matera | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:15 Milan | 9h40 | 14:55 Matera | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Matera
Trains from Milan to Matera run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £69 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 804 km distance in 8h 43m.
Distance 804 km |
Average train duration 8h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 43m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Italo from Milan to Matera trainsFrecciarossa, Italo trains will get you between Milan and Matera from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Milan to Matera train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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 Milan and Matera
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Via G Battista Cassinis.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro
- Osteria La Piola
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Starhotels Business Palace
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Brenta Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and high-speed services
- 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
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