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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Matera to Siena. Traveling by bus from Matera to Siena usually takes around 10 hours and 53 minutes, but the fastest Marino bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 40 minutes.
Distance | 327 mi (526 km) |
Shortest duration | 10h 40m |
Cheapest price | €33.43 |
Trips per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Marino |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Matera to Siena?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Matera to Siena. 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.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Marino | 2 | 10h 53m | €35.96 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 10 hours and 53 minutes to cover the 526 kilometers from Matera to Siena. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 40 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 06:00 and the last bus leaves at 22:00. To see the times for all buses from Matera to Siena, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Matera
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Image credit: Unsplash
Located in the region of Basilicata, the small city of Matera is often overlooked by travelers. 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 bus lines provide service to Matera from cities including Bari, Naples, Rome, and more.
Siena
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Set among the rolling hills of Tuscany, Siena is the provincial capital in central Italy. Siena has an extensive history, dating to the Etruscan era, although most of the town's growth didn't occur until the Middle Ages. Take a walk up one of the many surrounding hills to gain a birds' eye view of Siena, in many ways identical to how it looked in the medieval period.
The best way to appreciate the town is to embrace the Italian lifestyle, enjoying a coffee and people-watching in the Piazza del Campo. After this, visit the Duomo di Siena to view its Gothic exterior, intricate mosaic floor, and many of the preserved works of Catholic worship that lay inside.
After a long day of exploring, refuel with some mouthwatering local cuisine. Visit any of the authentic Sienese restaurants to try pici, a type of pasta, and make sure to sample at least one of the many famous desserts from the region.
Siena's central location in Italy makes it easy to access from major metropolises like Rome, Paris, or Barcelona. Ampugnano Airport is only 9 kilometers from the city, although Florence and Pisa airports offer more frequent flights with a wider choice of airlines. Frequent trains pass through Siena from several cities in Italy, and two bus lines operate between Florence and Siena.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Matera?
Main departure 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.
All bus stations in Matera:
Via Don Luigi Sturzo (Chiesa S.Paolo)
Where does the bus arrive in Siena?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Piazza Carlo Rosselli
Siena FS is a coach terminal in the small town of Siena. The terminal is next to the main railway station and encompasses coach stops for various carriers like FlixBus. The train station is a large pale brick building with smaller coach stops nearby and shelters for various operators. Inside, you can find amenities such as ticket desks, kiosks, a cafe, and fast food restaurants at the coach station. Slightly further away are multiple bars, restaurants, a few hotels, and a Co-op supermarket, plus information about buses and trains inside the railway station.
Bus stations in Siena:
Piazza Carlo Rosselli
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