What is the travel distance from Bologna to Matera?

Bologna and Matera are 375 miles (605 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bologna to Matera?

The majority of buses traveling from Bologna to Matera start their journey at Bologna and wind up at Via Don Luigi Sturzo. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Bologna to Matera from $28 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bologna to Matera on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30am	Bologna Autostazione	10h 5m	9:35pm	Matera	Cheapest
Bus	11:40pm	Bologna Autostazione	9h 5m	8:45am	Matera	Fastest
Bus	10:00pm	Bologna Autostazione	9h 20m	7:20am	Matera	No tags
Bus	11:20am	Bologna Autostazione	12h 30m	11:50pm	Matera	No tags
Bus	4:40pm	Bologna Autostazione	13h 20m	6:00am	Via Don Luigi Sturzo	No tags

Next departures for Bologna to Matera on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30am	Bologna Autostazione	10h 5m	9:35pm	Matera	Cheapest
Bus	11:40pm	Bologna Autostazione	9h 5m	8:45am	Matera	Fastest
Bus	10:00pm	Bologna Autostazione	9h 20m	7:20am	Matera	No tags
Bus	3:40am	Bologna Autostazione	12h 15m	3:55pm	Matera	No tags
Bus	2:15am	Bologna Autostazione	14h 50m	5:05pm	Via Don Luigi Sturzo	No tags

Next departures for Bologna to Matera on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00pm	Bologna Autostazione	9h 20m	7:20am	Matera	Cheapest
Bus	11:40pm	Bologna Autostazione	9h 5m	8:45am	Matera	Fastest
Bus	11:30am	Bologna Autostazione	10h 5m	9:35pm	Matera	No tags
Bus	3:40am	Bologna Autostazione	12h 15m	3:55pm	Matera	No tags
Bus	4:25am	Bologna Autostazione	12h 40m	5:05pm	Via Don Luigi Sturzo	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:44 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bologna to Matera

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Matera. The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

7hAverage Duration

376 milesDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $166	Average Duration12h 30m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$45 - $76	Average Duration7h	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,380 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Itabus

4/5944 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

MarinoBus

4/5893 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.2

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Where are the popular stops in Bologna and Matera?

Stops in Bologna

A - Bologna

B - Piazza XX Settembre

C - Stazione Centrale

D - A14 Autostrada Adriatica

E - Via Francesco Petrarca, 21

F - Area di Servizio Cantagallo

Stops in Matera

A - Via Don Luigi Sturzo

B - Matera

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bologna to Matera by bus

What is the travel distance from Bologna to Matera?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bologna to Matera?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/18

$28

11/19

$28

Today

$28

11/21

$28

11/22

No data

11/23

$36

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The cheapest trip from Bologna to Matera was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $28

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bologna to Matera, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $28 to $122 for a bus ticket from Bologna to Matera based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2025-11-21.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.