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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 Polignano a Mare to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Polignano a Mare to Matera will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
To travel from Polignano a Mare to Matera you need to make at least 2 changes.

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Trains from Polignano a Mare to Matera run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 4:00 |
Last train 21:45 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Polignano a Mare to Matera trains for tomorrow, Friday 30 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:47 Polignano a Mare | 3h29 | 8:16 Matera | 2 changes | |
![]() | 6:47 Polignano a Mare | 2h50 | 9:37 Matera | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:16 Polignano a Mare | 2h41 | 11:57 Matera | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:26 Polignano a Mare | 4h07 | 13:33 Matera | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:56 Polignano a Mare | 2h36 | 14:32 Matera | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:01 Polignano a Mare | 3h51 | 15:52 Matera | 3 changes | |
![]() | 12:56 Polignano a Mare | 4h07 | 17:03 Matera | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:04 Polignano a Mare | 3h59 | 17:03 Matera | 3 changes | |
![]() | 14:56 Polignano a Mare | 2h54 | 17:50 Matera | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:56 Polignano a Mare | 2h57 | 19:53 Matera | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:26 Polignano a Mare | 2h40 | 21:06 Matera | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:56 Polignano a Mare | 2h54 | 21:50 Matera | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:04 Polignano a Mare | 2h46 | 21:50 Matera | 3 changes | |
![]() | 20:25 Polignano a Mare | 2h43 | 23:08 Matera | 2 changes | |
![]() | 22:34 Polignano a Mare | 8h16 | 6:50 Matera | 2 changes | |
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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 Polignano a Mare to Matera trains use the Polignano A Mare to Matera Villa Longo station pair. Use this guide to compare Polignano a Mare and Matera train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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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