- 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.
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 €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 22 buses from Potenza to Bari, including 1 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 102 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest buses will take 3 h 25 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.
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Buses from Potenza to Bari run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 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 25m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Potenza to Bari.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 07:21AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 4h34 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 07:23AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 4h42 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 11:11AM | Arrival Time 04:04PM | Duration 4h53 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 11:11AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 3h54 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 04:04PM | Duration 4h39 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 11:33AM | Arrival Time 04:04PM | Duration 4h31 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 11:33AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 3h32 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 04:39PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 5h56 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator Intercity Notte | Departure Time 04:39PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h41 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 04:39PM | Arrival Time 10:19PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 04:39PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 6h11 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator Miccolis | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator Intercity Notte | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Intercity Notte | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 10:19PM | Duration 4h04 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 06:23PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 4h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 06:23PM | Arrival Time 11:43PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 06:23PM | Arrival Time 10:19PM | Duration 3h56 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €24 |
The table below shows live departures for Potenza to Bari buses for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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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”) | 1 transfer | |
· | 8:25 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 3h25 | 11:50 AM Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (in front of the Port newsstand) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 6h55 | 6:05 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19909 · Treno 19904 effettuato con Bus PZ610+ Intercity 603 | 11:11 AM Potenza, Universita | 3h54 | 3:05 PM Bari Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Treno 19904 effettuato con Bus PZ610+ Intercity 603 | 11:25 AM Potenza Centrale | 3h40 | 3:05 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Treno 19904 effettuato con Bus PZ610+ Intercity 603 | 11:33 AM Potenza Superiore | 3h32 | 3:05 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Treno 19904 effettuato con Bus PZ610 · Regionale Veloce 4347 | 11:33 AM Potenza Superiore | 4h22 | 3:55 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ103 · Regionale Veloce 19844 | 1:10 PM Potenza Centrale | 3h40 | 4:50 PM Bari Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19917 · Autobus PZ201 · Regionale 19852 | 4:39 PM Potenza, Universita | 5h56 | 10:35 PM Bari Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19917 · Autobus PZ201+ InterCityNotte 758 | 4:39 PM Potenza, Universita | 4h41 | 9:20 PM Bari Centrale | 2 transfers | |
1201 | 5:00 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 2h30 | 7:30 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 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 | |
· | 5:00 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 3h35 | 8:35 PM Bari, Corso Antonio De Tullio (in front of the Port newsstand) | 1 transfer | |
· | 5:00 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 3h25 | 8:25 PM Bari, Via G.Capruzzi (Terminal Bus “FS Park”) | 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+ InterCityNotte 758 | 5:35 PM Potenza Centrale | 3h45 | 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 | |
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.
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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, Corso Antonio De Tullio (Fronte edicola del Porto) station pair, with some services arriving at Bari, Via G.Capruzzi (Terminal Bus “FS Park”). 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, 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.
Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła is 7 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals area.
Ticket office support is available at Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła.
Available at Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła: Elevators, ramps.
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