Florence, Italy to Matera: Road Trip Guide & Distance

347.5 miles 559.3 km · straight line
433.7 miles actual route 698 km · driving distance
7h 37min estimated drive time
€79 - €98 estimated fuel cost
~1h 12min flight time
126° SE bearing direction

How far is Florence, Italy from Matera?

The distance from Florence, Italy to Matera is 347.5 miles (559.3 km) as the crow flies. Matera is located SE of Florence, Italy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 433.7 miles, taking about 7h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in Italy.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Florence, Italy and Matera. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Florence, Italy to Matera

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 37min €79 - €98 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 12min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 8min $35–$65* Budget
Train ~7h 14min $52–$152* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Florence, Italy & Matera

Quick Facts

Florence, Italy
43.77°N, 11.26°E
Europe/Rome
50m elevation
Matera
40.67°N, 16.60°E
Europe/Rome
401m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 116 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 29 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 71.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM