THE SHORT VERSION
Bari to Matera at a glance.
- From
- Bari
- To
- Matera
- Road distance
- About 64 km
- Straight line
- 55 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~1 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Matera to Bari →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Bari
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Matera
Ask the seller where the service ends in Matera. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Matera, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Matera
More buses from Bari
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Bari from Matera by road?+
About 64 km by road (55 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Bari to Matera take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 h by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Bari?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Matera to Bari?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Matera to Bari guide.
Where does the bus from Bari arrive in Matera?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Bari to Matera?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Bari to Matera bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Matera by bus?+
Direct buses from Matera include Naples, Rome, Milan, Gravina in Puglia, Taranto and more. See all connections on our Matera bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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