How to travel from Matera to Brindisi, Italy

The distance between Matera and Brindisi is around 138km (85 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus which takes around 1h 50m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Matera to Brindisi by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out BrindisiMatera if you're planning a return trip.

🚀 Fastest
💰 Cheapest
1
bus
+

Bus

Take the bus to Brindisi.

  • Duration1h 50m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    €12($12)
2
train
+
train
+

Train

Take the train to Bari Centrale and then to Brindisi.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    €22($22)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

3
car
+

Drive

Drive to Brindisi.

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Distance139km (86 miles)
Get turn-by-turn directions

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Matera and Brindisi

There are several options for getting from Matera to Brindisi by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €12 ($12) and will take around 1h 50m.

The distance between Matera and Brindisi is around 138km (85 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 113km (70 miles)

It takes around 1h 50m to get from Matera and Brindisi by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Matera to Brindisi is to take the bus which takes around 1h 50m and will set you back approx €12 ($12).

The cheapest way to travel between Matera and Brindisi, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €12 ($12) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Matera and Brindisi. It typically takes around 2h 40m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Matera to Brindisi. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Bari Centrale. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 2h 40m.

Ferrovie Appulo Lucane and Trenitalia run train services between Matera and Brindisi. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 2h 40m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Matera and Brindisi. It typically takes around 1h 50m and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Matera and Brindisi with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice daily and takes 1h 50m.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Matera and Brindisi. Buses run twice daily and take around 1h 50m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Matera to Brindisi. We recommend that you take the bus to Brindisi. instead which will take 1h 50m.

The closest major airport to Brindisi is Brindisi Airport (BDS) (BDS) which is approximately 3km (2 miles) from Brindisi. Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) (BRI) and Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF) (SUF) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Matera and Brindisi. The distance is around 139km (86 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Matera to Brindisi is to take the bus which takes, on average, 1h 50m and will usually cost around €12 ($12).

How do I get from Matera to Brindisi

Compare travel optionsbetween Matera and Brindisi

Transport options from Matera to Brindisi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
1h 50m
€12($12)
twice daily138km (85 miles)
Train
2h 40m
€22($22)
every 3 hours183km (113 miles)
Drive
1h 55m
€21($21)
on demand139km (86 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Matera and Brindisi

Train operators

Bus companies

Airports near Brindisi

The following major airports near Brindisi offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.

BDS
Brindisi Airport (BDS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
3km (2 miles) from Brindisi
BRI
Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)
International Airport
Distance
114km (71 miles) from Brindisi
SUF
Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF)
International Airport
Distance
240km (149 miles) from Brindisi