Matera to Venice: Road Trip Guide & Distance

394.4 miles 634.8 km · straight line
537.7 miles actual route 865.3 km · driving distance
8h 51min estimated drive time
€98 - €121 estimated fuel cost
~1h 18min flight time
328° NNW bearing direction

How far is Matera from Venice?

The distance from Matera to Venice is 394.4 miles (634.8 km) as the crow flies. Venice is located NNW of Matera. By car, the driving distance is approximately 537.7 miles, taking about 8h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Matera and Venice. 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 Matera to Venice

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 51min €98 - €121 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 18min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 37min $43–$81* Budget
Train ~8h 24min $65–$188* Comfort

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

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

Quick Facts

Matera
40.67°N, 16.60°E
Europe/Rome
401m elevation
Venice
45.44°N, 12.32°E
Europe/Rome
1m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 131 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 63.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM