- Must visit
Pinacoteca Metropolitana Corrado Giaquinto
Bari's main art museum, featuring Apulian painting and sculpture from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a grand palace.
Cheapest price
zł87
Average price
zł119
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Buses per day
43
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Potenza to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Potenza to Bari will cost around zł119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł87.
Of the 43 buses that leave Potenza for Bari on Wed, Aug 05, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 102 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 3 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Autobus PZ201+
Autobus FS Sud Est 11140
1201
Autobus PZ610 · Regionale Veloce 4347
Autobus PZ308 · Regionale Veloce 4331
Autobus PZ606 · Regionale Veloce 4335
1201
1201 · 2214

Buses from Potenza to Bari run on average 37 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at zł55 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:02. The fastest bus covers the 63 miles (102 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 63 miles (102 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price zł55 |
Buses per day 37 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:02 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 6 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price zł181 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price zł179 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 10:04AM | Duration 4h49 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł93 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:23AM | Arrival Time 10:04AM | Duration 4h41 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł90 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 10:53AM | Duration 4h38 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł93 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 10:19AM | Duration 4h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł132 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 06:23AM | Arrival Time 10:19AM | Duration 3h56 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł132 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 06:23AM | Arrival Time 10:53AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł90 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł93 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 07:21AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 4h44 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł90 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 07:23AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 4h42 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price zł90 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł96 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 01:42PM | Duration 5h07 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł93 |
Operator Frecciargento | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 12:41PM | Duration 4h06 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł153 |
Operator Frecciargento | Departure Time 08:43AM | Arrival Time 12:41PM | Duration 3h58 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł153 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:43AM | Arrival Time 01:42PM | Duration 4h59 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł172 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 02:02PM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price zł114 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 01:42PM | Duration 4h02 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł93 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 09:48AM | Arrival Time 02:02PM | Duration 4h14 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price zł114 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 09:48AM | Arrival Time 01:42PM | Duration 3h54 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł197 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł169 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł114 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 04:04PM | Duration 4h39 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price zł93 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 11:33AM | Arrival Time 04:04PM | Duration 4h31 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł90 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 11:33AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 3h32 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł114 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł96 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł114 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 12:43PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł114 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 12:43PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 4h12 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price zł90 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price zł95 |
Operator | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł87 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:13PM | Duration 4h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price zł93 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:27PM | Duration 3h57 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł132 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 01:38PM | Arrival Time 06:13PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł90 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 01:38PM | Arrival Time 05:27PM | Duration 3h49 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł132 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price zł169 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł23 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł96 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł82 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 10:02PM | Duration 4h57 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price zł93 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł114 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:13PM | Arrival Time 10:02PM | Duration 4h49 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price zł90 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 05:13PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 3h52 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł114 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł95 |
Operator Intercity Notte | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł115 |
Operator Intercity Notte | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł115 |
Operator | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price zł87 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł95 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 10:19PM | Duration 4h04 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł132 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 06:23PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 4h27 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł104 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 06:23PM | Arrival Time 10:19PM | Duration 3h56 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł132 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 06:23PM | Arrival Time 11:43PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł165 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł218 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price zł49 |
The table below shows live departures for Potenza to Bari buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus PZ600 · Regionale Veloce 4323 | 5:15 AM Potenza Centrale | 4h10 | 9:25 AM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ600 · Regionale Veloce 4323 | 5:23 AM Potenza Superiore | 4h02 | 9:25 AM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ602+ FRECCIAROSSA 8382 | 6:15 AM Potenza Centrale | 4h19 | 10:34 AM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ602+ FRECCIAROSSA 8382 | 6:23 AM Potenza Superiore | 4h11 | 10:34 AM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ308 · Regionale Veloce 4331 | 7:15 AM Potenza Centrale | 4h40 | 11:55 AM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ308 · Regionale Veloce 4331 | 7:21 AM Potenza Superiore | 4h34 | 11:55 AM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:25 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 3h15 | 11:40 AM Bari, Via G.Capruzzi (Terminal Bus “FS Park”) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:25 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 3h25 | 11:50 AM Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (in front of the Port newsstand) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus PZ606 · Regionale Veloce 4335 | 8:35 AM Potenza Centrale | 4h18 | 12:53 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ606+ FRECCIARGENTO 8303 | 8:35 AM Potenza Centrale | 4h06 | 12:41 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ606 · Regionale Veloce 4335 | 8:43 AM Potenza Superiore | 4h10 | 12:53 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ606+ FRECCIARGENTO 8303 | 8:43 AM Potenza Superiore | 3h58 | 12:41 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ608 · Regionale Veloce 4343 | 9:40 AM Potenza Centrale | 5h15 | 2:55 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ608+ Intercity 703 | 9:40 AM Potenza Centrale | 4h22 | 2:02 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ608+ Intercity 703 | 9:48 AM Potenza Superiore | 4h14 | 2:02 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ608 · Regionale Veloce 4343 | 9:48 AM Potenza Superiore | 5h07 | 2:55 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 7h20 | 5:55 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ610+ Intercity 603 | 11:25 AM Potenza Centrale | 3h40 | 3:05 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ610 · Regionale Veloce 4347 | 11:33 AM Potenza Superiore | 4h22 | 3:55 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ610+ Intercity 603 | 11:33 AM Potenza Superiore | 3h32 | 3:05 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:15 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 3h20 | 3:35 PM Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (in front of the Port newsstand) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:15 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 3h10 | 3:25 PM Bari, Via G.Capruzzi (Terminal Bus “FS Park”) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus PZ604 · Regionale Veloce 4353 | 12:43 PM Potenza Superiore | 4h12 | 4:55 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ103 · Regionale Veloce 19844 | 1:10 PM Potenza Centrale | 3h40 | 4:50 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ614+ FRECCIAROSSA 9805 | 1:30 PM Potenza Centrale | 3h57 | 5:27 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ614 · Regionale Veloce 4355 | 1:38 PM Potenza Superiore | 4h19 | 5:57 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ614+ FRECCIAROSSA 9805 | 1:38 PM Potenza Superiore | 3h49 | 5:27 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:40 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 6h25 | 9:05 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 3h35 | 8:35 PM Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (in front of the Port newsstand) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 3h25 | 8:25 PM Bari, Via G.Capruzzi (Terminal Bus “FS Park”) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1201 · 2214 | 5:00 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 3h15 | 8:15 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
1201 | 5:00 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 2h30 | 7:30 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus PZ620 · Regionale Veloce 4365 | 5:05 PM Potenza Centrale | 3h50 | 8:55 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ620 · Regionale Veloce 4365 | 5:13 PM Potenza Superiore | 3h42 | 8:55 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ201 · Regionale 19852 | 5:20 PM Potenza Superiore | 5h15 | 10:35 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ201+ InterCityNotte 758 | 5:20 PM Potenza Superiore | 4h00 | 9:20 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ201+ Autobus FS Sud Est 11140 | 5:35 PM Potenza Centrale | 4h15 | 9:50 PM Bari, Viale Unità d'Italia / Largo Ignazio Ciaia | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ201+ InterCityNotte 758 | 5:35 PM Potenza Centrale | 3h45 | 9:20 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ622+ FRECCIAROSSA 8323 | 6:15 PM Potenza Centrale | 4h04 | 10:19 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ622 · Regionale 4373 | 6:23 PM Potenza Superiore | 5h20 | 11:43 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ622+ FRECCIAROSSA 8323 | 6:23 PM Potenza Superiore | 3h56 | 10:19 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ622+ Intercity 715 | 6:23 PM Potenza Superiore | 4h27 | 10:50 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 8h00 | 3:45 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
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Bari's main art museum, featuring Apulian painting and sculpture from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a grand palace.
A contemporary art museum and cinema space in the waterfront theater, hosting rotating exhibitions by Italian and international artists.
An archaeology museum with prehistoric, Peucetian, Greek, and Roman finds that illuminate Bari and wider Puglia's ancient past.
Bari's atmospheric old town of narrow lanes, courtyards, and churches, ideal for walking and discovering everyday local life.
The monumental seaside promenade offers long walks, sea views, and landmark architecture along one of Italy's finest urban waterfronts.
A broad seafront square by the old port, excellent for people-watching, sea breezes, and views near major historic landmarks.
Fresh handmade ear-shaped pasta with a slow-cooked tomato sauce, often topped with ricotta forte or grated cheese. A signature Sunday dish in Bari homes.
Orecchiette with turnip greens, garlic, olive oil, and often anchovies or chili. It is one of Apulia's most iconic everyday pasta dishes.
A folded pizza-like street food filled with tomato and mozzarella. In Bari it is a beloved snack, especially from historic bakeries.
Elegant fine-dining restaurant serving refined Apulian cuisine with seafood focus. Polished service and a modern setting in central Bari.
Historic old-town bakery famed for Focaccia Barese, panzerotti, and classic Bari street food. Casual, busy, and very local in feel.
Traditional restaurant known for seafood, orecchiette, and Apulian home-style cooking near the old port. Rustic and long established.
Moderate for Italy. Old town stays and dining are reasonable, while summer hotels cost more. Local buses and trains are fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is often included or minimal. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is fine at cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Potenza to Bari by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bari, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Potenza to Bari buses use the Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) to Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (fronte DEA Cafe) station pair, with some services arriving at Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (fronte DEA Cafe). Use this guide to compare Potenza and Bari bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) is 1 km from Potenza city centre. Public transport options include:
Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Terminal (in the station), Trattoria del Basento (0.5 km), Osteria Potentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus).
Available at Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus): Elevators, ramps.
Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (fronte DEA Cafe) is 1 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (fronte DEA Cafe) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Available at Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (fronte DEA Cafe): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (fronte DEA Cafe): Ramps.
Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (Fronte edicola del Porto) is 2 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (Fronte edicola del Porto) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small cafes available nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (Fronte edicola del Porto). ATMs are available at Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (Fronte edicola del Porto).
Ticket office support is available at Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (Fronte edicola del Porto).
Available at Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (Fronte edicola del Porto): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (Fronte edicola del Porto): Accessible pathways for wheelchairs present.
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