- 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.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$93
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$138
Fastest journey on Sep 20
6 h 38 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
7 h 9 m
Trains on Sep 20
24
Distance
759 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Potenza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Potenza will cost around $138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 24 trains from Milan to Potenza, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 759 km distance in an average of 7 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 38 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 7 h 36 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.
Intercity 609+
Autobus PZ929 · Regionale 19925
Intercity 609+
Autobus PZ929 · Regionale 19925
Intercity 603+
Autobus PZ917 · Regionale 19917
Intercity 603+
Autobus PZ917 · Regionale 19917
Intercity 605+
Autobus PZ923 · Regionale 19921
FRECCIAROSSA 9643 · FRECCIAROSSA 9547
FRECCIAROSSA 9547
FRECCIAROSSA 9631 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419+
Intercity 707
FRECCIAROSSA 9617 · FRECCIAROSSA 9583+
FRECCIALINK LK115
FRECCIAROSSA 9617 · FRECCIAROSSA 9583+
Regionale 19918+
FRECCIALINK LK115Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Milan to Potenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $62 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $62, while a flight costs an average of $223.
Distance: 471 miles (759 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$62 Average price Cheapest | $87 Average price | $223 Average price |
7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 24m Average total duration 12h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 2.3 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | 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 Milan to Potenza:
A train is $25 (€21) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan to Potenza costing on average $87 (€71).
A train is $162 (€132) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Potenza costing on average $223 (€183).
Other travel options to Potenza take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 7m.
Bus takes on average 12h 54m.
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Potenza trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 8819+ Autobus PZ307 | 4:35 PM Milan Centrale | 8h13 | 12:48 AM Potenza Superiore | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9653+ Autobus PZ113 | 6:00 PM Milan Centrale | 6h30 | 12:30 AM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 89649+ Autobus PZ409 · Regionale 19909 | 8:05 PM Milan Centrale | 15h05 | 11:10 AM Potenza, Universita | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 89649+ Autobus PZ409 | 8:05 PM Milan Centrale | 13h25 | 9:30 AM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 89649+ Autobus PZ409 | 8:05 PM Milan Centrale | 13h15 | 9:20 AM Potenza Superiore | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2643+ InterCityNotte 763+ Intercity 701 | 9:25 PM Milan Centrale | 13h36 | 11:01 AM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
Intercity 603+ Autobus PZ917 · Regionale 19917 | 5:25 AM Milan Centrale | 11h13 | 4:38 PM Potenza, Universita | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 603+ Autobus PZ917 · Regionale 19917 | 5:25 AM Milan Centrale | 11h19 | 4:44 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 603+ Autobus PZ917 · Regionale 19917 | 5:25 AM Milan Centrale | 11h10 | 4:35 PM Potenza Superiore | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 583 · Intercity 707 | 6:05 AM Milan Centrale | 14h08 | 8:13 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 605+ Regionale 23686 | 7:05 AM Milan Centrale | 13h50 | 8:55 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 605+ Autobus PZ923 · Regionale 19921 | 7:05 AM Milan Centrale | 12h47 | 7:52 PM Potenza Superiore | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 605+ Autobus PZ923 · Regionale 19921 | 7:05 AM Milan Centrale | 12h55 | 8:00 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ FRECCIALINK LK115 | 9:10 AM Milan Centrale | 7h48 | 4:58 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ FRECCIALINK LK115+ Regionale 19918 | 9:10 AM Milan Centrale | 8h01 | 5:11 PM Potenza Superiore | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9617 · FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ FRECCIALINK LK115+ Regionale 19918 | 9:35 AM Milan Centrale | 7h36 | 5:11 PM Potenza Superiore | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9617 · FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ FRECCIALINK LK115 | 9:35 AM Milan Centrale | 7h23 | 4:58 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9623+ Regionale 4297 | 10:58 AM Milan Centrale | 7h54 | 6:52 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Intercity 707 | 11:10 AM Milan Centrale | 9h03 | 8:13 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 609+ Autobus PZ929 · Regionale 19925 | 11:15 AM Milan Centrale | 11h45 | 11:00 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 609+ Autobus PZ929 · Regionale 19925 | 11:15 AM Milan Centrale | 11h38 | 10:53 PM Potenza Superiore | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8807+ Autobus PZ923 · Regionale 19921 | 11:35 AM Milan Centrale | 8h17 | 7:52 PM Potenza Superiore | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8807+ Autobus PZ923 · Regionale 19921 | 11:35 AM Milan Centrale | 8h25 | 8:00 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9631 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Intercity 707 | 1:00 PM Milan Centrale | 7h13 | 8:13 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 669+ InterCityNotte 795+ Autobus PZ131 | 1:55 PM Milan Centrale | 17h52 | 7:47 AM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 641+ InterCityNotte 795+ Autobus PZ131 | 3:00 PM Milan Centrale | 16h58 | 7:58 AM Potenza Superiore | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 3:10 PM Milan Centrale | 6h53 | 10:03 PM Potenza Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9643 · FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 3:25 PM Milan Centrale | 6h38 | 10:03 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Milan to Potenza run on average 19 times per day, taking around 7h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 471 miles (759 km) distance in 5h 52m.
Distance 471 miles (759 km) |
Average train duration 7h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 52m |
First train 1:15 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Potenza — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Potenza trip today.
Potenza’s main archaeological museum displays Lucanian and Roman finds and is essential for understanding Basilicata’s ancient history.
A contemporary art museum in Palazzo Loffredo featuring works from the 20th and 21st centuries in a refined historic setting.
A focused archaeology venue highlighting local discoveries and giving added context to Potenza’s prehistory and early settlements.
Potenza’s main pedestrian street is lined with shops and historic buildings and is the essential route through the city center.
The historic center itself is worth exploring for its stairways, churches, and layered urban landscape spread across the ridge.
A central square near the cathedral, good for orientation and for experiencing everyday life in Potenza’s historic core.
Baked pasta layered with ragù, meatballs, eggs and cheese. A festive Lucanian Sunday dish linked to family celebrations across Basilicata.
Fresh pasta made with toasted breadcrumbs, often called poor man’s cheese, usually served with garlic, oil and peperoni cruschi. A Basilicata classic.
Sweet dried red peppers from nearby Senise, fried briefly until crisp. They are an iconic Basilicata ingredient used in pasta, meat and snack dishes.
Refined restaurant known for Lucanian cuisine with a modern touch, attentive service and a polished atmosphere suited to a special dinner.
Well-regarded traditional venue serving regional dishes and local ingredients in a warm, rustic setting popular for authentic Basilicata flavors.
Casual local favorite for classic southern Italian and Lucanian cooking, with a straightforward atmosphere and dependable hearty plates.
Moderate for Italy. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Rome or Florence, while local buses and everyday coffee remain affordable for visitors.
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.
Official public transport app
Potenza Centrale -> Piazza Mario Pagano, Potenza
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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.

Most Milan to Potenza trains use the Milano Centrale to Potenza Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Potenza Superiore. Use this guide to compare Milan and Potenza train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
Milano Rogoredo is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Rogoredo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro, Osteria La Piola
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Rogoredo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Milano Rogoredo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Rogoredo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Business Palace, Hotel Mistral, Hotel Brenta Milano.
Potenza Centrale is 1 km from Potenza city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Ristorante Al Duomo, Trattoria Al Vecchio Scarpone
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Potenza Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Potenza Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Potenza Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Potenza Centrale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Potenza Centrale: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Grande Albergo Potenza, Park Hotel Centro Congressi, Hotel Pretoria.
Potenza Superiore has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Potenza Superiore.
ATMs are available at Potenza Superiore.
Available at Potenza Superiore: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Potenza Superiore.
Potenza, Universita has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Potenza, Universita.
Available at Potenza, Universita: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Potenza, Universita.
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