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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 Trani to Matera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trani to Matera will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
To travel from Trani to Matera you need to make at least 2 changes.

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Trains from Trani to Matera run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 69 km |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 4:00 |
Last train 22:46 |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Trani to Matera.
The table below shows live departures for Trani to Matera trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 22:57 Trani | 7h53 | 6:50 Matera | 2 changes | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
![]() | 9:22 Trani | 2h35 | 11:57 Matera | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:23 Trani | 3h10 | 13:33 Matera | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:22 Trani | 3h10 | 14:32 Matera | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:52 Trani | 3h00 | 15:52 Matera | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:22 Trani | 3h41 | 17:03 Matera | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:22 Trani | 2h28 | 17:50 Matera | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:36 Trani | 3h17 | 19:53 Matera | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:38 Trani | 3h15 | 19:53 Matera | 3 changes | |
![]() | 18:27 Trani | 2h39 | 21:06 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 Trani to Matera trains use the Trani to Matera Villa Longo station pair. Use this guide to compare Trani and Matera train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Trani has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Aquae Caffè Bistrot, Osteria La Banchina
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Trani. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Trani. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trani: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Trani: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trani: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel San Paolo al Convento, Mare Resort, Hotel Trani.
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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