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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from La Spezia to Matera. Traveling by coach from La Spezia to Matera usually takes around 13 hours and 10 minutes, but the fastest Marino coach can make the trip in 12 hours and 5 minutes.
Distance | 419 mi (675 km) |
Shortest duration | 12h 5m |
Cheapest price | £39.67 |
Trips per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Marino |
Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from La Spezia to Matera?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from La Spezia to Matera. Marino is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Marino | 2 | 13h 11m | £57.91 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 13 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 419 miles from La Spezia to Matera. However, the fastest coach only takes 12 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first coach leaves at 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 20:00. To see the times for all coaches from La Spezia to Matera, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Matera
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Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Located in the region of Basilicata, the small city of Matera is often overlooked by travellers. Matera's rocky landscape made it difficult to build a traditional city throughout its history. In the Sassi area of Matera, residents dating back to the Palaeolithic era worked with nature to carve homes and buildings from the cliffs. The Sassi area of cave dwellings, inhabited until 1952, is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. However, Matera has lots more to offer visitors aside from its unusual architecture.
For a city this storied, it's best to take a guided tour to learn all about Matera's fascinating, long history. The city and surrounding area are home to around 100 churches, many filled with unique art and stone carvings. To see how many of the town's residents once lived, visit the Casa Grotta di Vico Solitario, a recreated cave dwelling.
To fully immerse yourself, you can even stay in one of the boutique hotels built inside the caves. After a day spent wandering through Matera's narrow winding streets, spend the night in one of the converted traditional Sassi for a truly authentic experience of Matera.
Since Matera is a relatively small town, the transportation options are limited. The closest airport is located near Bari, around 60km away. However, several coaches provide service to Matera from cities including Bari, Naples, Rome, and more.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in La Spezia?
Main departure station: Ferry Terminal
Most coaches depart from the main station in La Spezia.
All coach stations in La Spezia:
Ferry Terminal
Where does the coach arrive in Matera?
Main arrival station: Via Don Luigi Sturzo (Chiesa S.Paolo)
Via Don Luigi Sturzo is a coach stop in the city of Matera with regular service from FlixBus, MarinoBus, and Itabus. Buses stop here en route to Bari and Rome and the smaller towns of Taranto, Lecce, and Salerno. The coach stop is just outside the centre of town, with a café within walking distance. Farther into the city, you can find hotels, restaurants, pharmacies, and supermarkets. Many of Matera's historic churches and museums are also within walking distance.
Coach stations in Matera:
Via Don Luigi Sturzo (Chiesa S.Paolo)
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