- Must visit
Uffizi Galleries
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential museum visits.
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
9 h 10 m
Average duration
9 h 52 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
511 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Potenza to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Potenza to Florence will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 8 trains that leave Potenza for Florence on Sun, Jun 21, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 511 km distance in an average of 9 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 10 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 10 h 29 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Potenza to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 317 miles (511 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$62 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $98 Average price | $171 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 15m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Potenza to Florence:
A bus is $13 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Potenza to Florence costing on average $62 (€50).
A bus is $49 (€40) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Potenza to Florence costing on average $98 (€80).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 5m.
Bus takes on average 8h 45m.
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Direct services run with Frecciarossa.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Potenza to Florence trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus PZ608+ Intercity 612 · Intercity 599 | 9:40 AM Potenza Centrale | 11h42 | 9:22 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ608+ Intercity 612 · Intercity 599 | 9:48 AM Potenza Superiore | 11h34 | 9:22 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ296 · Regionale 5266+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 12:30 PM Potenza Centrale | 5h41 | 6:11 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ406+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658 · FRECCIAROSSA 9556 | 1:30 PM Potenza Centrale | 6h16 | 7:46 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ406+ Intercity 734+ Regionale Veloce 4110 | 1:30 PM Potenza Centrale | 10h20 | 11:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ108+ Intercity 724+ InterCityNotte 774 | 2:05 PM Potenza Superiore | 11h53 | 1:58 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ108+ FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 2:05 PM Potenza Superiore | 7h41 | 9:46 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ110+ FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 2:50 PM Potenza Centrale | 6h21 | 9:11 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ110+ FRECCIAROSSA 9662 · FRECCIAROSSA 8528 | 2:50 PM Potenza Centrale | 5h37 | 8:27 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ110 · Regionale 21098+ InterCityNotte 774 | 2:50 PM Potenza Centrale | 11h08 | 1:58 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ408+ FRECCIAROSSA 8332 · FRECCIAROSSA 9674 | 5:30 PM Potenza Centrale | 5h50 | 11:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ112+ InterCityNotte 796+ Regionale 18250 | 6:05 PM Potenza Superiore | 11h23 | 5:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ112+ InterCityNotte 796+ Regionale 18250 | 6:20 PM Potenza Centrale | 11h08 | 5:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ924+ InterCityNotte 758+ Regionale 17807 | 8:23 PM Potenza Superiore | 12h03 | 8:26 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ626+ FRECCIAROSSA 9562 · FRECCIAROSSA 9505 | 9:15 PM Potenza Centrale | 9h49 | 7:04 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Autobus PZ626+ FRECCIAROSSA 9562 · FRECCIAROSSA 9505 | 9:23 PM Potenza Superiore | 9h41 | 7:04 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 4:20 AM Potenza | 9h10 | 1:30 PM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:35 AM Potenza | 9h50 | 4:25 PM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Potenza to Florence run on average 25 times per day, taking around 6h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 317 miles (511 km) distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 317 miles (511 km) |
Average train duration 6h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 50m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:26 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential museum visits.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, this museum also holds important Florentine paintings and sculpture. Advance booking is strongly advisable.
Vast palace museum complex with royal apartments, Palatine Gallery, and decorative arts. A major stop for art, Medici history, and grand interiors.
Florence’s monumental heart, where the cathedral, baptistery, and bell tower stand together. Essential for first-time visitors and photographers.
Historic civic square filled with sculpture and dominated by Palazzo Vecchio. One of the city’s most important and lively public spaces.
Florence’s most famous viewpoint, especially popular at sunset and widely shared on social media for its sweeping skyline panorama.
A Thick-Cut T-Bone Steak From Chianina Beef, Grilled Rare Over Coals. It Is Florence’s Signature Dish And A Classic Of Tuscan Cuisine.
A Traditional Florentine Street Food Made From The Fourth Stomach Of The Cow, Slow-Cooked In Broth And Served In A Roll, Often With Green Sauce.
A Rustic Tomato, Bread, Garlic, And Olive Oil Soup. It Is A Beloved Tuscan Dish That Turns Stale Bread Into Rich Comfort Food.
A Michelin-Starred Restaurant Offering Refined Tuscan Cuisine With Creative Technique, Elegant Service, And A Contemporary Fine-Dining Atmosphere.
A Small, Long-Running Florentine Favorite Known For Traditional Cooking, Especially Butter Chicken And Simple Tuscan Classics In An Old-School Setting.
A Historic, Casual Trattoria Near Mercato Centrale, Famous For Bistecca Alla Fiorentina, Tuscan Soups, And A Lively Local Atmosphere.
Generally moderate for Italy: museums and central hotels cost more, while casual food and coffee remain fairly affordable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes or 5-10% for excellent restaurant service is appreciated.
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Florence Santa Maria Novella, Florence -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Potenza to Florence 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 Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Potenza to Florence trains use the Potenza Centrale to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Rifredi. Use this guide to compare Potenza and Florence train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella 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: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
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