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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.
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Trani to Matera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, and a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 69 km
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price |
2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Trani to Matera trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 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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Trains from Trani to Matera run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 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 2h 28m.
Distance 69 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 4:00 |
Last train 22:46 |
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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 Trani 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 Trani to Matera trains use the Trani to Matera Villa Longo station pair, with some services arriving at Matera Centrale. 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
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
Free.
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.
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