- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale d'Abruzzo - Villa Frigerj
Major archaeological museum with Italic and Roman finds, famous for the Warrior of Capestrano and regional prehistory.
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
4 h 42 m
Average duration
4 h 49 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
236 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Potenza to Chieti is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Potenza to Chieti will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 19 buses that leave Potenza for Chieti on Wed, Aug 05, 1 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 236 km distance in an average of 4 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 42 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 4 h 55 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 PZ602+
Intercity 608+
Regionale 4169
Autobus PZ604+
Intercity 614+
Regionale 4173
Autobus PZ608+
Intercity 612+
Regionale 4189
Autobus PZ602+
Intercity 608+
Regionale 4169
Autobus PZ608+
Intercity 612+
Regionale 4189
Autobus PZ608+
FRECCIAROSSA 8824+
Regionale 4185
Autobus PZ606+
Intercity 610+
Regionale 4183
Autobus PZ608+
FRECCIAROSSA 8824+
Regionale 4185
Autobus PZ604+
Intercity 614+
Regionale 4173
208Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Potenza to Chieti among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $38.
Distance: 146 miles (236 km)
Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price |
4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Potenza to Chieti:
A bus is $11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Potenza to Chieti costing on average $48.
Other travel options to Chieti take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 21m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 10:31AM | Duration 7h16 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 10:32AM | Duration 5h17 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 11:41AM | Duration 5h26 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 06:23AM | Arrival Time 11:41AM | Duration 5h18 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 12:32PM | Duration 5h17 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 07:21AM | Arrival Time 12:32PM | Duration 5h11 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 08:43AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h47 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 03:31PM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 09:48AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 4h42 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 09:48AM | Arrival Time 03:31PM | Duration 5h43 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 03:34PM | Duration 4h59 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 04:34PM | Duration 5h09 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 11:33AM | Arrival Time 04:34PM | Duration 5h01 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 04:34PM | Duration 4h59 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 05:34PM | Duration 4h59 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 12:43PM | Arrival Time 05:34PM | Duration 4h51 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:36PM | Duration 6h06 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 01:38PM | Arrival Time 07:36PM | Duration 5h58 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
The table below shows live departures for Potenza to Chieti 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 PZ602+ Intercity 608+ Regionale 4169 | 6:15 AM Potenza Centrale | 5h26 | 11:41 AM Chieti station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ602+ Intercity 608+ Regionale 4169 | 6:23 AM Potenza Superiore | 5h18 | 11:41 AM Chieti station | 2 transfers | |
208 | 6:25 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 4h55 | 11:20 AM Chieti, Piazzale Marconi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus PZ308+ FRECCIAROSSA 8818+ Regionale Veloce 4197 | 7:15 AM Potenza Centrale | 5h17 | 12:32 PM Chieti station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ308+ FRECCIAROSSA 8818+ Regionale Veloce 4197 | 7:21 AM Potenza Superiore | 5h11 | 12:32 PM Chieti station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ606+ Intercity 610+ Regionale 4183 | 8:35 AM Potenza Centrale | 4h55 | 1:30 PM Chieti station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ606+ Intercity 610+ Regionale 4183 | 8:43 AM Potenza Superiore | 4h47 | 1:30 PM Chieti station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 9h40 | 6:50 PM Chieti, Piazzale Marconi | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ608+ FRECCIAROSSA 8824+ Regionale 4185 | 9:40 AM Potenza Centrale | 4h50 | 2:30 PM Chieti station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ608+ Intercity 612+ Regionale 4189 | 9:40 AM Potenza Centrale | 5h51 | 3:31 PM Chieti station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ608+ FRECCIAROSSA 8824+ Regionale 4185 | 9:48 AM Potenza Superiore | 4h42 | 2:30 PM Chieti station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ608+ Intercity 612+ Regionale 4189 | 9:48 AM Potenza Superiore | 5h43 | 3:31 PM Chieti station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ610+ FRECCIAROSSA 9808+ Regionale 4193 | 11:25 AM Potenza Centrale | 5h09 | 4:34 PM Chieti station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ610+ FRECCIAROSSA 9808+ Regionale 4193 | 11:33 AM Potenza Superiore | 5h01 | 4:34 PM Chieti station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ604+ Intercity 614+ Regionale 4173 | 12:35 PM Potenza Centrale | 4h59 | 5:34 PM Chieti station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ604+ Intercity 614+ Regionale 4173 | 12:43 PM Potenza Superiore | 4h51 | 5:34 PM Chieti station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ614+ FRECCIAROSSA 8830+ Regionale 4199 | 1:30 PM Potenza Centrale | 6h06 | 7:36 PM Chieti station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ614+ FRECCIAROSSA 8830+ Regionale 4199 | 1:38 PM Potenza Superiore | 5h58 | 7:36 PM Chieti station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:40 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 7h25 | 10:05 PM Chieti, Piazzale Marconi | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Potenza to Chieti run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:20, the last at 20:23. The fastest bus covers the 146 miles (236 km) distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 146 miles (236 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 2:20 AM |
Last bus 8:23 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Chieti — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chieti trip today.
Major archaeological museum with Italic and Roman finds, famous for the Warrior of Capestrano and regional prehistory.
Museum inside a Roman theater area, displaying mosaics, inscriptions, and artifacts from ancient Teate Marrucinorum.
Art museum in Palazzo de Mayo with modern and contemporary works, adding a cultural stop on Corso Marrucino.
Chieti's main historic street, lined with palaces, shops, and cultural venues; ideal for an easy city walk.
Central square near key civic landmarks, useful for orientation and a good starting point for old-town exploration.
Historic upper town with medieval streets, churches, and viewpoints, capturing the most atmospheric side of Chieti.
Fresh egg pasta cut into thin ribbons, often served with meat ragù. A staple of Abruzzo home cooking and common in Chieti trattorias.
Tiny hand-rolled pasta balls served in a tomato sauce with miniature meatballs. A beloved festive dish across Abruzzo.
Thin crepes made with eggs and flour, rolled and served in hot broth. A classic Abruzzese comfort dish linked to nearby Teramo and found in Chieti.
Refined restaurant focused on Abruzzese cuisine with seasonal ingredients and a more elegant dining room.
Traditional Abruzzese restaurant known for grilled meats and local specialties in a warm, rustic setting.
Established local spot serving arrosticini, homemade pasta, and regional wines in a casual atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Rome or Florence, while local buses and coffee remain fairly low-cost for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; taxis can be rounded up; cafés usually just small change.
Official public transport app
Piazzale Marconi -> Piazza San Giustino, Chieti
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Potenza to Chieti 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 Chieti, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Potenza to Chieti buses use the Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) to Chieti, Piazzale Marconi station pair. Use this guide to compare Potenza and Chieti 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.
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