How to Get to Matera.
Matera has no airport of its own. The nearest one is Bari (about 65 km, 50 minutes by car). It is also easy to reach from Naples, Salerno and Rome, by car, train or bus. The most direct way is a door-to-door private transfer at a fixed price, with your driver meeting you on arrival and taking you all the way to your door.
Where are you arriving from? Times, distances and options
| From | Distance | Car | Train / Bus | Transfer (from) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bari Airport | ~65 km | ~50 min | Yes (FAL train / bus) | €140 |
| Naples Airport | ~250 km | ~2h50 | Train with a change | €620 |
| Salerno | ~210 km | ~2h25 | Train with a change | €520 |
| Rome Fiumicino Airport | ~445 km | ~4h40 | Train with a change | €1100 |
From Bari (the nearest airport)
Bari is the closest gateway to Matera: about 50 minutes by car. You can take the FAL train (around 1h30) or a bus, but the private transfer is door-to-door with no changes. We meet you on arrival with a name sign and track your flight.
See the Bari airport to Matera transferFrom Naples
From Capodichino or the city centre, about 2h50. It is the common choice for travellers coming from the Amalfi Coast or Campania. With a private transfer you go straight there, with no train changes.
See the Naples to Matera transferFrom Salerno
About 2h25 from Salerno, a frequent and convenient gateway to Matera, especially for those visiting the coast.
See the Salerno to Matera transferFrom Rome
About 4h40 by car. By train the trip involves a change (via Bari or Ferrandina). For groups or for anyone who wants comfort, a private transfer turns the long trip into a restful one.
See the Rome Fiumicino to Matera transferDoes Matera have an airport?
No. The reference airport is Bari (Karol Wojtyła), about 50 minutes away and the closest airport to Matera. The second is Naples Capodichino. There is no "Matera airport": we take care of the airport transfer for you, at a fixed price agreed in advance.
By train and by bus
Matera is connected to Bari by the FAL railway (Matera Centrale station). The nearest Trenitalia station is Ferrandina-Matera, about 30 minutes from the city. Buses are run by Flixbus, Miccolis, Marino and Cotrab: they are cheap, but come with fixed timetables, changes and intermediate stops. A taxi from the airport is another option, but it runs on a meter and works out expensive. If you would rather leave when you want, door-to-door and at a fixed price, a private transfer is the most comfortable choice.
Why a private transfer
A private car with a driver, made for travellers arriving in Matera who want to start their trip with no stress.
- Fixed price, no meter
- Door-to-door, from the airport to your accommodation
- Flight tracking and a meet-and-greet with a name sign
- No changes, no waiting
- Private vehicle (Mercedes V-Class or sedan)
Matera is worth the trip
The Sassi, the rock churches, the stone glowing at sunset. You just enjoy Matera, we take care of the easy arrival.
Frequently asked questions
Book your transfer to Matera
Fixed price, a dedicated driver and no middleman. We track your flight and meet you on arrival, door to door to Matera. Get a price and book in a few steps.
