Lucca to Matera: Road Trip Guide & Distance

381.3 miles 613.7 km · straight line
480.9 miles actual route 774 km · driving distance
8h 18min estimated drive time
€88 - €108 estimated fuel cost
~1h 16min flight time
123° ESE bearing direction

How far is Lucca from Matera?

The distance from Lucca to Matera is 381.3 miles (613.7 km) as the crow flies. Matera is located ESE of Lucca. By car, the driving distance is approximately 480.9 miles, taking about 8h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. 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 Lucca 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 Lucca to Matera

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 18min €88 - €108 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 16min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 58min $38–$72* Budget
Train ~7h 53min $58–$168* 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 Lucca & Matera

Quick Facts

Lucca
43.84°N, 10.50°E
Europe/Rome
19m 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 127 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 32 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 65.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM