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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.
Trains from Ostuni to Matera run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 82 km distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 82 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 4:00 |
Last train 21:42 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
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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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Matera Centrale -> Piazza Vittorio Veneto, Matera
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ostuni 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.

Most Ostuni to Matera trains use the Ostuni to Matera Villa Longo station pair. Use this guide to compare Ostuni and Matera train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ostuni is 2 km from Ostuni city centre. Public transport options include:
Ostuni has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pescheria Nautilus, Ortogiardino Purostuni
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Ostuni. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ostuni.
Available at Ostuni: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ostuni: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ostuni.
Nearby hotels include TH Ostuni, Ostuni a Mare, Hotel Monte Sarago.
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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