Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Matera. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 11391 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $18
Flixbus Rome Matera recent customer reviews
Given the distance it was amazing how on time all stops were. As always with Flixbus- nice to have well timed stop every now and then (it was a long trip from Rome to Matera). And- special point for starting at the airport, no need for an extra trip to the city centre.
Based on 946 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Itabus ticket prices on this trip start at $21
According to 13 reviews, Liscio received a 4.5-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the seats. Liscio ticket prices on this trip start at $68
Based on 893 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. MarinoBus ticket prices on this trip start at $42
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rome to Matera by bus
How far is Rome from Matera?
Rome and Matera are 370 km (229 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Rome to Matera?
Buses departing from Rome Ciampino Airport in Rome will take you to Via Don Luigi Sturzo in Matera.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-19
$93
11-20
$84
Today
$65
11-22
$22
11-23
$22
11-24
$22
11-25
$22
11-26
$22
The cheapest trip from Rome to Matera was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $22
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rome to Matera, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $22 to $118 for a bus ticket from Rome to Matera based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-11-22.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Rome to Matera?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Rome to Matera was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $22
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
