How to travel from Parma to Potenza

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Parma to Potenza

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Parma to Potenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of kr296 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of kr296, while a bus costs an average of kr804.

Distance: 399 miles (643 km)

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Driving

kr804

Average price

kr296

Average price

Cheapest

kr2025

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

11h 27m

Average total duration

10h 57m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

7h 24m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 52m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.6 - 1.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

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Marino Autolinee

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Intercity Notte

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Parma to Potenza is a flight with an average price of kr598.

This is compared to other travel options from Parma to Potenza:

A flight is kr10 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Parma to Potenza costing on average kr608.

A flight is kr43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Parma to Potenza costing on average kr642.

The fastest way to travel from Parma to Potenza is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Potenza take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 59m.

Bus takes on average 11h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Parma and Potenza including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Parma 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 kr608 compared to roughly kr2025 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr1418. The journey takes 10h 32m versus 7h 52m 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 Parma to Potenza

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • Marino Autolinee063 · 049
    9:55 PM10h40
    Parma, Terminal Bus
    8:35 AMPotenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)
    kr5751One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Marino Autolinee063 · 049
    9:55 PM10h40
    Parma, Terminal Bus
    8:35 AMPotenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)
    kr5751One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • ITAAZ1649
    8:40 AM1h25
    Milan Linate Airport
    10:05 AMBari Palese Airport
    kr11231One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • IntercityIntercity 603+RegionaleAutobus PZ917 · Regionale 19917
    6:51 AM9h47
    Parma station
    4:38 PMPotenza, Universita
    kr7811One-way
    2 transfers
  • IntercityIntercity 603+RegionaleAutobus PZ917 · Regionale 19917
    6:51 AM9h53
    Parma station
    4:44 PMPotenza Centrale
    kr7811One-way
    2 transfers
  • IntercityIntercity 609+RegionaleAutobus PZ929 · Regionale 19925
    12:55 PM10h05
    Parma station
    11:00 PMPotenza Centrale
    kr7811One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:00 AM10h55
    Parma, Terminal Bus
    11:55 AMPotenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)
    kr7361One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    9:50 PM12h40
    Parma, Terminal Bus
    10:30 AMPotenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)
    kr8051One-way
    2 transfers
  • Marino Autolinee201 · 209
    10:35 AM10h55
    Parma, Terminal Bus
    9:30 PMPotenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus)
    kr8051One-way
    1 transfer
  • Malta AirFR 278
    5:45 AM1h40
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    7:25 AMBari Palese Airport
    kr10051One-way
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ2045 · AZ1613
    11:30 AM3h05
    Milan Linate Airport
    2:35 PMBari Palese Airport
    kr14151One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ2133 · AZ1609
    1:00 PM3h20
    Milan Linate Airport
    4:20 PMBari Palese Airport
    kr14151One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Parma 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 Parma to Potenza.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Parma and Potenza including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Parma to Potenza is a train with an average price of kr296.

This is compared to other travel options from Parma to Potenza:

A train is kr312 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Parma to Potenza costing on average kr608.

A train is kr1661 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Parma to Potenza costing on average kr1957.

The fastest way to travel from Parma to Potenza is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 58m.

Other travel options to Potenza take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 54m.

Bus takes on average 11h 2m.

The distance from Parma to Potenza is approximately 399 miles (643 km).
The average frequency per day from Parma to Potenza is:
  • Around 23 flights per day.
  • Around 18 buses per day.
  • Around 12 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Parma to Potenza:
  • Buses mostly depart from Parma, Terminal Bus and arrive in Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus).
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Linate Airport and arrive in Bari Palese Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Parma station and arrive in Potenza Centrale.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Parma to Potenza, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus, Autolinee Petruzzi, BlaBlaCar to go to Potenza by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa to go to Potenza by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Parma to Potenza:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Itabus, Autolinee Petruzzi, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Parma to Potenza often also extend their vacation to go to Naples, Rome, Salerno, Matera, Bari. 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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