- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale della Basilicata Dinu Adamesteanu
The city’s main archaeology museum, housed in Palazzo Loffredo, with finds from ancient Lucania that give essential context to Potenza and the wider Basilicata region.
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
11 h 30 m
Average duration
12 h 4 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
751 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Donato Milanese to Potenza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Donato Milanese to Potenza will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 16 buses that leave San Donato Milanese for Potenza on Mon, Jun 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct buses cover the 751 km distance in an average of 12 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 30 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest buses will take 12 h 35 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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102 · 123
110 · 133
201 · 209
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Donato Milanese to Potenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $139.
Distance: 466 miles (751 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$75 Average price Cheapest | $159 Average price | $145 Average price | $172 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 11m Average total duration 11h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 27m Average total duration Fastest 9h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 38m Average total duration 10h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Donato Milanese to Potenza:
A bus is $70 (€57) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Donato Milanese to Potenza costing on average $145 (€118).
A bus is $85 (€69) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Donato Milanese to Potenza costing on average $159 (€131).
Other travel options to Potenza take longer:
Flight takes on average 10h 38m.
Bus takes on average 11h 41m.
Tickets start at around $75 (€61) compared to roughly $172 (€141) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $97 (€79). The journey takes 11h 41m versus 8h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Itabus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $141 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator ATM | Departure Time 10:41PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 13h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
The table below shows live departures for San Donato Milanese to Potenza buses for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 14h20 | 7:35 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 14h50 | 9:05 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 14h15 | 9:05 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
201 · 209 | 9:10 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 12h20 | 9:30 PM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Assago, Viale Milanofiori (Assago M2) | 15h45 | 4:15 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 15h35 | 4:15 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 15h30 | 4:15 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
110 · 133 | 3:50 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 12h20 | 4:10 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
102 · 123 | 7:35 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 11h35 | 7:10 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 13h55 | 10:30 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Sesto San Giovanni, Piazza Primo Maggio (Stazione ferroviaria) | 14h55 | 11:55 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
049 | 9:05 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 11h30 | 8:35 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 13h20 | 10:30 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:45 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 13h10 | 11:55 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 12h35 | 11:55 AM Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from San Donato Milanese to Potenza run on average 11 times per day, taking around 11h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 466 miles (751 km) distance in 11h 30m.
Distance 466 miles (751 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 11h 30m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
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Discover the best of Potenza — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Potenza trip today.
The city’s main archaeology museum, housed in Palazzo Loffredo, with finds from ancient Lucania that give essential context to Potenza and the wider Basilicata region.
A civic gallery and exhibition space used for temporary art shows in a historic setting, often highlighted for its central location and cultural programming.
A local art collection featuring works connected to Basilicata, suitable for visitors interested in regional painting and lesser-known cultural institutions.
Potenza’s main pedestrian street and the social spine of the historic center, lined with shops, churches, viewpoints, and everyday city life.
The historic center is the best area for walking, photography, churches, and layered urban history, with steep lanes and panoramic points.
A striking modern bridge by engineer Sergio Musmeci, internationally admired for its sculptural concrete design and increasingly popular for photos.
Hand-shaped pasta typical of Basilicata, often served with toasted breadcrumbs and sweet dried cruschi peppers for a distinctly Lucanian flavor.
Thin local peppers dried and quickly fried until crisp. They are one of Basilicata’s signature specialties and are eaten as a snack or topping.
Salt cod served with cruschi peppers, a classic inland Lucanian pairing that balances savory fish with sweet crisp pepper.
Established traditional restaurant in Potenza known for Lucanian dishes, local wines, and a warm, rustic atmosphere.
Popular casual spot in Potenza appreciated for quality pizza, modern style, and reliable service for an easy local meal.
Well-known central restaurant serving regional cuisine and classic Italian dishes in an elegant, established setting.
Costs are moderate by Italian standards. Dining and coffee are reasonable, while hotels vary by season and location.
Service is often included or minimal. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafes, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
Official public transport app
Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) -> Potenza Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Donato Milanese 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.

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