The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome to Potenza
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 29 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
311 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Potenza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Potenza will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 18 buses that leave Rome for Potenza on Wed, Mar 18, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 18 the direct buses cover the 311 km distance in an average of 3 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Wed, Mar 18 the slowest buses will take 3 h 50 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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FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8519+
Autobus PZ915

FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9425+
Autobus PZ109
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rome to Potenza
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rome to Potenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 193 miles (311 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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$26 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price | $231 Average price |
4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Rome to Potenza Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 11:26AM | Arrival Time 04:12PM | Duration 4h46 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 12:36PM | Arrival Time 09:26PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 12:56PM | Arrival Time 09:26PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 01:36PM | Arrival Time 09:26PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 03:26PM | Arrival Time 09:26PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 05:26PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 4h39 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Live departures
Rome to Potenza bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Potenza buses for today, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 727+ Autobus PZ101 · Autobus PZ618 | 10:26 AM Rome Termini | 4h46 | 3:12 PM Potenza Superiore | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 21071+ BUS LP707 | 11:56 AM Rome Termini | 8h30 | 8:26 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12733 · Regionale 21051+ BUS LP707 | 12:36 PM Rome Termini | 7h50 | 8:26 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
303 · 305 | 1:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h20 | 5:50 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 6h25 | 8:40 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 707+ BUS LP707 | 2:26 PM Rome Termini | 6h00 | 8:26 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h55 | 8:40 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 591+ Autobus PZ109 | 4:26 PM Rome Termini | 4h39 | 9:05 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8519+ Autobus PZ915 | 5:20 PM Rome Termini | 3h15 | 8:35 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9425+ Autobus PZ109 | 5:35 PM Rome Termini | 3h30 | 9:05 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
133 | 10:15 PM Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine" | 4h55 | 3:10 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h45 | 3:15 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
133 | 10:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h20 | 3:10 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, March 18 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h05 | 9:15 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h45 | 10:55 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome to Potenza
Buses from Rome to Potenza run on average 39 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 193 miles (311 km) distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 193 miles (311 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Bus providers: Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Sitabasilicata, TTI Leonettibus, Autolinee Liscio from Rome to PotenzaYou can travel by bus between Rome to Potenza with Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Sitabasilicata, TTI Leonettibus, Autolinee Liscio for as low as $13 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Itabus
Marino Autolinee
FlixBus
Infobus
TTI Leonettibus
Sitabasilicata
BlaBlaCar
Autolinee Liscio
FAQs: Bus from Rome to Potenza
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Potenza 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 Potenza, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Rome to Potenza
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ristorante Italiano (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 520, 720 Train: Leonardo Express
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Terminal (in the station)
- Trattoria del Basento (0.5 km)
- Osteria Potentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 101, 102, 103 Train: Potenza Centrale
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