How to travel from Matera to Potenza

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Compare bus for Matera to Potenza

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Matera to Potenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, while a bus costs an average of $14.

Distance: 41 miles (67 km)

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$14

Average price

Cheapest

$19

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 45m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 11m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Miccolis

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The cheapest way to travel from Matera to Potenza is a bus with an average price of $14.
The fastest way to travel from Matera to Potenza is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 15m.
Yes, you can take a bus between Matera and Potenza.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Matera to Potenza among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $14 compared to roughly $19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $5. The journey takes 1h 45m versus 1h 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.

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.

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from Matera to Potenza

How to get from Matera to Potenza by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Matera to Potenza is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Itabus1202
    11:05 AM1h25
    Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo
    12:30 PMPotenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Itabus1202
    11:05 AM1h25
    Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo
    12:30 PMPotenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Itabus1202
    11:05 AM1h25
    Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo
    12:30 PMPotenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:35 AM1h40
    Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo
    2:15 AMPotenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)
    $101One-way
    0 transfers
  • Miccolis ·
    8:35 AM1h50
    Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo
    10:25 AMPotenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)
    $151One-way
    1 transfer
  • Miccolis ·
    12:25 PM1h45
    Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo
    2:10 PMPotenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)
    $191One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Matera to Potenza

Travel to Potenza easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Matera to Potenza.

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You can travel between Matera and Potenza by bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Matera to Potenza is a bus with an average price of $14.
The fastest way to travel from Matera to Potenza is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 15m.
The distance from Matera to Potenza is approximately 41 miles (67 km).
The average frequency per day from Matera to Potenza is:
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Matera and Potenza as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Matera to Potenza:
  • Buses mostly depart from Matera, Terminal Bus Via Don Luigi Sturzo and arrive in Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Matera to Potenza, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Infobus, Miccolis, FlixBus, Itabus to go to Potenza by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Matera to Potenza:
  • 4 direct buses per day with Infobus, Miccolis, FlixBus, Itabus.
Omio customers who travel from Matera to Potenza often also extend their vacation to go to Naples, Rome, Salerno, Bari, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Potenza and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Potenza to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Potenza, including its historical sites, cultural experiences, and natural scenery, a stay of 2 to 3 days is typically recommended.

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