How to travel from Matera to Gallipoli, Italy

The distance between Matera and Gallipoli is around 170km (106 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 40m.

3 routes found

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

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Bus

Take the bus to Gallipoli.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Departs6 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €14($14)
Operated byFlixBus+ 1 others
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Train

Take the train to Bari Centrale then Lecce and then to Gallipoli.

  • Duration5hrs
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    €31($31)
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Drive

Drive to Gallipoli.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Distance178km (110 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Matera and Gallipoli

There are several options for getting from Matera to Gallipoli by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €14 ($14) and will take around 2h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €27 ($27).

The distance between Matera and Gallipoli is around 170km (106 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 136km (84 miles)

It takes around 2h 55m to get from Matera and Gallipoli by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Matera to Gallipoli is to drive which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx €27 ($27).

The cheapest way to travel between Matera and Gallipoli, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €14 ($14) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Matera and Gallipoli. It typically takes around 5hrs and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Matera to Gallipoli. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Bari Centrale and Lecce. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 5hrs.

Ferrovie Appulo Lucane, Trenitalia and Ferrovie del Sud Est e Servizi Automobilistici run train services between Matera and Gallipoli. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 5hrs, 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 Gallipoli. It typically takes around 2h 55m and departs 6 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Matera and Gallipoli with no changeovers required. The bus runs 6 times a week and takes 2h 55m.

FlixBus and Marino Autolinee run regular bus services between Matera and Gallipoli. Buses run 6 times a week and take around 2h 55m 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 Gallipoli. We recommend that you take the bus to Gallipoli. instead which will take 2h 55m.

The closest major airport to Gallipoli is Brindisi Airport (BDS) (BDS) which is approximately 67km (42 miles) from Gallipoli. 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 Gallipoli. The distance is around 178km (110 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Matera to Gallipoli is to take the bus which takes, on average, 2h 55m and will usually cost around €14 ($14).

How do I get from Matera to Gallipoli

Compare travel optionsbetween Matera and Gallipoli

Transport options from Matera to Gallipoli
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
2h 55m
€14($14)
6 times a week170km (106 miles)
Train
5hrs
€31($31)
every 3 hours274km (170 miles)
Drive
2h 40m
€27($27)
on demand178km (110 miles)

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Airports near Gallipoli

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

BDS
Brindisi Airport (BDS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
67km (42 miles) from Gallipoli
BRI
Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)
International Airport
Distance
159km (99 miles) from Gallipoli
SUF
Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF)
International Airport
Distance
197km (122 miles) from Gallipoli