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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bologna to Potenza
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
8 h 42 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
563 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bologna to Potenza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Potenza will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
Of the 17 buses that leave Bologna for Potenza every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 563 km distance in an average of 8 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 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.
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203 · 2093825
9959 · Itabus | 1225049104 · 123203 · 209
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Bologna to Potenza
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Potenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. 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 coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £23.
Distance: 563 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£43 Average Price Cheapest | £58 Average Price | £116 Average Price |
9h 8m Average total duration 8h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Potenza bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Potenza coaches for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:20 Bologna | 10h10 | 02:30 Potenza | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:57 Bologna | 8h08 | 02:05 Potenza | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:40 Bologna | 8h55 | 06:35 Potenza | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2421 | 23:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 10h10 | 09:55 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 4 December | |||||
| 3825 | 02:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 10h45 | 13:25 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 11h40 | 19:15 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 12h35 | 20:40 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
| 2729 | 08:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 10h15 | 18:25 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2723 | 10:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 11h00 | 21:20 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 203 · 209 | 10:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 10h00 | 20:30 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Potenza
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Buses from Bologna to Potenza run on average 38 times per day, taking around 8h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest coach covers the 563 km distance in 9h 10m.
Distance 563 km |
Average bus duration 8h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 38 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 10m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:54 |
Bus providers: Marino Autolinee, Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Ventre from Bologna to PotenzaYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Potenza with Marino Autolinee, Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Ventre for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bologna to Potenza coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Potenza by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Potenza, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus), located 1.7 miles (2.8 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Potenza
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Terminal (in the station)
- Trattoria del Basento (0.5 km)
- Osteria Potentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 101, 102, 103 Train: Potenza Centrale
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