Maratea is on the Tyrrhenian railway between Salerno and Reggio Calabria. Naples and Lamezia Terme are the nearest large airports.
Routes at a glance
| From | By | Time | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naples | Train | About 2.5–3 h | Regional and Intercity trains; some fast trains stop at nearby Sapri. |
| Naples | Car | About 2.5–3 h | A2 motorway to Lagonegro, then down to the coast. |
| Lamezia Terme airport | Car / train | About 2–2.5 h | A2 north, or train along the coast. |
| Potenza | Car | About 1.75–2 h | Via the Tito road and Lagonegro. |
| Matera | Car | About 3 h | Across the region via the Sinni valley. |
| Rotonda (Pollino) | Car | About 1 h | Via the A2. |
Times are typical and fares change — check current timetables and prices before you travel.
Getting around Maratea
The station is below the old town, a few kilometres from the harbour. Local buses connect the hamlets, with more services in summer, and taxis are available. Most visitors rent a car or scooter; parking at the beaches is limited in August.
Onward from Maratea
Head inland to the Pollino National Park, or see getting around Basilicata for the long drive east to Matera.
