The cheapest and fastest coaches from Florence to Potenza
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
511 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Florence to Potenza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Potenza will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 19 buses that leave Florence for Potenza every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 511 km distance in an average of 7 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 20 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.


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9959 · Itabus | 1225
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Compare train, coach and flight for Florence to Potenza
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Potenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 2m. 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 £15, and a flight costs an average of £23.
Distance: 511 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price | £169 Average Price |
8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 32m Average total duration Fastest 7h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 3m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Florence to Potenza bus times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Potenza coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
207 · 303 · 305 | 09:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 8h45 | 17:50 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 2 changes | |
207 · 209 | 09:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 11h25 | 20:30 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 9h25 | 19:15 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
2729 | 10:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 8h20 | 18:25 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 10h10 | 20:40 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
2723 | 11:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 9h35 | 21:20 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 9h45 | 03:15 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
110 · 118 | 19:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 8h20 | 03:30 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
1225 | 19:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 8h05 | 03:20 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
104 · 123 | 19:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 10h35 | 06:10 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
9959 · Itabus | 1225 | On time 19:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h37 | 03:20 Potenza | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 11h05 | 09:15 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 9h35 | 09:15 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:05 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 9h10 | 09:15 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 10h45 | 10:55 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:35 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 10h20 | 10:55 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
2421 | 01:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 8h45 | 09:55 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
3825 | 04:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 9h20 | 13:25 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Florence to Potenza
Buses from Florence to Potenza run on average 26 times per day, taking around 8h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:04, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 511 km distance in 7h 22m.
Distance 511 km |
Average bus duration 8h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 22m |
First bus 00:04 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar from Florence to PotenzaYou can travel by bus between Florence to Potenza with Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Florence to Potenza coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Florence and Potenza
- 06:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 12, 13, 17 Train: Firenze Santa Maria Novella
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 37, 72 Tram: T1
- 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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