- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale Dinu Adamesteanu
Potenza’s main archaeological museum displays Lucanian and Roman finds and is essential for understanding Basilicata’s ancient history.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€20
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€21
Fastest journey on Sep 20
5 h
Average journey duration on Sep 20
5 h 27 m
Trains on Sep 20
3
Distance
97 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Fast trains
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 3 trains from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza, including 3 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 5 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 5 h 40 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.
4:20 PM5h40Bari Palese Airport10:00 PMPotenza€201One-way0 transfers
6:15 AM5h00Bari Palese Airport11:15 AMPotenza€211One-way0 transfers- 3:20 PM5h40Bari Palese Airport9:00 PMPotenza€221One-way0 transfers
- 6:15 AM5h00Bari Palese Airport11:15 AMPotenza€211One-way0 transfers
- 4:20 PM5h40Bari Palese Airport10:00 PMPotenza€201One-way0 transfers
- 3:20 PM5h40Bari Palese Airport9:00 PMPotenza€221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bari Palese Airport to Potenza
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €22 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, while a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 60 miles (97 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€25 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza is a bus with an average price of €22.
This is compared to other travel options from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza:
A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza costing on average €25.
The fastest way to travel from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 47m.
Other travel options to Potenza take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 36m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bari Palese Airport and Potenza including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around €25 compared to roughly €21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-3.85. The journey takes 3h 36m versus 1h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bari Palese Airport to Potenza train times
The table below shows live departures for Bari Palese Airport to Potenza trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 19827+ Intercity 700 | 6:25 AM Bari Centrale | 3h29 | 9:54 AM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 4310 · Autobus PZ947 · Regionale 19909 | 6:39 AM Bari Centrale | 4h37 | 11:16 AM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 716+Autobus PZ947 · Regionale 19909 | 7:05 AM Bari Centrale | 4h11 | 11:16 AM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 19871 · Regionale 4296 | 7:18 AM Bari Centrale | 4h55 | 12:13 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 558+Regionale 4296 | 7:28 AM Bari Centrale | 4h45 | 12:13 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
 FRECCIAROSSA 8814+Autobus PZ947 · Regionale 19909 | 7:30 AM Bari Centrale | 3h46 | 11:16 AM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
 InterCityNotte 755+Intercity 612+Regionale 23684 | 7:44 AM Bari Centrale | 5h31 | 1:15 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 4316 · Autobus PZ309 · Regionale 19911 | 8:50 AM Bari Centrale | 4h59 | 1:49 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 610+Autobus PZ309 · Regionale 19911 | 9:55 AM Bari Centrale | 3h54 | 1:49 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 4320 · Autobus PZ301 · Regionale 19915 | 10:18 AM Bari Centrale | 5h13 | 3:31 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 19875+Intercity 702 | 11:10 AM Bari Centrale | 4h36 | 3:46 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 8824+Autobus PZ301 · Regionale 19915 | 11:30 AM Bari Centrale | 4h01 | 3:31 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 4322 · Autobus PZ917 · Regionale 19917 | 12:18 PM Bari Centrale | 4h26 | 4:44 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 8314+Autobus PZ917 · Regionale 19917 | 12:35 PM Bari Centrale | 4h09 | 4:44 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 4336 · Autobus PZ923 · Regionale 19921 | 2:45 PM Bari Centrale | 5h15 | 8:00 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 704+Autobus PZ923 · Regionale 19921 | 4:05 PM Bari Centrale | 3h55 | 8:00 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 19891 · Regionale 23686 | 4:30 PM Bari Centrale | 4h25 | 8:55 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 8830+Autobus PZ923 · Regionale 19921 | 4:30 PM Bari Centrale | 3h30 | 8:00 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 605+Regionale 23686 | 5:17 PM Bari Centrale | 3h38 | 8:55 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 4358 · Autobus PZ929 · Regionale 19925 | 6:52 PM Bari Centrale | 4h08 | 11:00 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 8380+Autobus PZ929 · Regionale 19925 | 7:35 PM Bari Centrale | 3h25 | 11:00 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza
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Trains from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 17:35. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (97 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 60 miles (97 km) |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 5:18 AM |
Last train 5:35 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Complete guide to Potenza
Things to do in Potenza
Discover the best of Potenza — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Potenza trip today.
- Recommended
Museo Nazionale d'Arte Medievale e Moderna della Basilicata
A contemporary art museum in Palazzo Loffredo featuring works from the 20th and 21st centuries in a refined historic setting.
Museo Archeologico Provinciale
A focused archaeology venue highlighting local discoveries and giving added context to Potenza’s prehistory and early settlements.
- Must visit
Via Pretoria
Potenza’s main pedestrian street is lined with shops and historic buildings and is the essential route through the city center.
- Must visit
Centro Storico di Potenza
The historic center itself is worth exploring for its stairways, churches, and layered urban landscape spread across the ridge.
- Recommended
Piazza Mario Pagano
A central square near the cathedral, good for orientation and for experiencing everyday life in Potenza’s historic core.
Timpallo Lucano
Baked pasta layered with ragù, meatballs, eggs and cheese. A festive Lucanian Sunday dish linked to family celebrations across Basilicata.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Strascinati Con Mollica E Peperoni Cruschi
Fresh pasta made with toasted breadcrumbs, often called poor man’s cheese, usually served with garlic, oil and peperoni cruschi. A Basilicata classic.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Peperoni Cruschi Di Senise
Sweet dried red peppers from nearby Senise, fried briefly until crisp. They are an iconic Basilicata ingredient used in pasta, meat and snack dishes.
Osteria Gagliardi
Refined restaurant known for Lucanian cuisine with a modern touch, attentive service and a polished atmosphere suited to a special dinner.
Trattoria Al Duomo
Well-regarded traditional venue serving regional dishes and local ingredients in a warm, rustic setting popular for authentic Basilicata flavors.
Ristorante Al Rustico
Casual local favorite for classic southern Italian and Lucanian cooking, with a straightforward atmosphere and dependable hearty plates.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Italy. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Rome or Florence, while local buses and everyday coffee remain affordable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for pizza, panini, or fast food.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Service may be included; round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis are usually rounded up, and small change at cafés is appreciated.
Cotrab Basilicata
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.30
- Day pass
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To the city center
Potenza Centrale -> Piazza Mario Pagano, Potenza
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Validate paper tickets when boarding. Many local buses do not support onboard contactless payment, so buy tickets in advance.
- Potenza has steep streets and escalator links in the center. Check bus times carefully, especially on Sundays and holidays.
FAQs: Trains from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Potenza, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €17, while the average price is around €25.
The train from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza takes 3h 10m and runs 4 per day.
The first train from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza leaves at 5:18 AM.
The distance by train from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza is 60 miles (97 km).
The last train from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza leaves at 5:35 PM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza.
The cheapest way to get from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza is by train, with a cost of around €17.
The train journey from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza offers scenic views, showcasing the picturesque landscapes of Southern Italy, including rolling hills, charming villages, and lush countryside.
A day trip from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 10m and the frequency is 8 per day for trains. The distance is 60 miles (97 km).
To fully explore Potenza, including its historical sites, cultural experiences, and natural scenery, a stay of 2 to 3 days is typically recommended.
No, you cannot take the train from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza.
Since both Bari Palese Airport and Potenza are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Potenza include Salerno, Taranto, Marina di Ginosa, Metapontum, Melfi.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Italy Pass and Interrail Italy Pass are valid on most trains operated by Trenitalia and Italo within Italy, including regional, intercity, and high-speed trains, though some restrictions and seat reservation fees may apply.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Potenza, travelers should be cautious of petty theft, especially in crowded areas and public transportation. Scams involving overcharging taxi drivers or street vendors can occur, so it's advisable to agree on fares beforehand and purchase tickets from official sources. Staying vigilant in unfamiliar neighborhoods and safeguarding personal belongings helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bari Palese Airport to Potenza
Most Bari Palese Airport to Potenza trains use the Bari Centrale to Potenza Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Potenza Superiore. Use this guide to compare Bari Palese Airport and Potenza train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Bari
Arrival train stations in Potenza
Potenza CentralePiazza Guglielmo Marconi, 85100 Potenza PZ, Italy+39 0971 444111
City-centre transport
Getting to Potenza Centrale from Potenza city centre
Potenza Centrale is 1 km from Potenza city centre. Public transport options include:
Train3m · €1 · every ~4 min
Re · 11m · €1
BusPotenza · 5m · €1
Potenza Centrale train station facilities and services
Potenza Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Al Duomo, Trattoria Al Vecchio Scarpone
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Potenza Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Potenza Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Potenza Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Potenza Centrale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Potenza Centrale: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Grande Albergo Potenza, Park Hotel Centro Congressi, Hotel Pretoria.
Potenza Superiore85100 Potenza, Province of Potenza, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Potenza Superiore from Potenza city centre
TrainRe · 2m · €1
3m · €1 · every ~6 min
Bus400 · 5m · €1
Potenza Superiore train station facilities and services
Potenza Superiore has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Potenza Superiore.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Potenza Superiore.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Potenza Superiore: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Potenza Superiore.
Potenza, Universita85100 Potenza, Province of Potenza, Italy
Potenza, Universita train station facilities and services
Potenza, Universita has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Potenza, Universita.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Potenza, Universita: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Potenza, Universita.
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