What is the distance between Matera and Catania?

The distance between the two cities is 234 miles (377 km).

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

If you're headed to Catania from Matera, chances are that your bus will depart from Via Don Luigi Sturzo and arrive at Autostazione (Via d'Amico). These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Catania?

Once in Catania, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Teatro Romano & Odeon, Butterfly House (Casa delle Farfalle), Museo del Cinema, Mount Etna and Massimo Bellini Theatre.

Bus Matera to Catania from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Matera to Catania on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:05am	Via Don Luigi Sturzo	13h 15m	7:20pm	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	11:55am	Via Don Luigi Sturzo	19h 50m	7:45am	Catania Airport	No tags
Bus	11:55am	Via Don Luigi Sturzo	19h 15m	7:10am	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	6:05am	Via Don Luigi Sturzo	10h 35m	4:40pm	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	6:05am	Via Don Luigi Sturzo	13h 35m	7:40pm	Catania Airport	No tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Catania. The journey takes about 13 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

13h 35mAverage Duration

233 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $82	Average Duration13h 35m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$37 - $37	Average Duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Matera and Catania?

Stops in Matera

A
Via Don Luigi Sturzo
Via Don Luigi Sturzo, 7, 75100 Matera MT, Italy
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B
Matera
Matera, 75100 Matera MT, Italy

Stops in Catania

A
Autostazione (Via d'Amico)
Via D'Amico, 181, 95129 Catania CT, Italy
B
Catania Airport
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C
Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti
Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti, 95100 Catania CT, Italy
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D
Catania Centrale
Via VI Aprile, 85 95131 Catania CT, Italy
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E
Via Libertà
Piazza S. Domenico, 6, 95124 Catania CT, Italy
F
Via Domenico Tempio
Via Domenico Tempio 2, 95121 Catania CT, Italy

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FlixBus

3.5/511,446 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

4/5946 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

IT bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Matera to Catania by bus

What is the distance between Matera and Catania?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Matera to Catania?
What are the best sights and things to do in Catania?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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The cheapest trip from Matera to Catania was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $43

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

You can expect to pay from $43 to $85 for a bus ticket from Matera to Catania based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-11-28.

Usually Itabus 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.