The cheapest and fastest coaches from Potenza to Bologna
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
7 h 48 m
Average duration
9 h 4 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
563 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Potenza to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Potenza to Bologna will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
Of the 15 buses that leave Potenza for Bologna every day 5 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 9 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 48 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 5 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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3826
208 · 202
1226 · 2126
2422
Itabus | 1226 · 9908
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122 · 103
208 · 202
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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Potenza to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. 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 £21, and a flight costs an average of £23.
Distance: 563 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£41 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price | £114 Average Price |
9h 34m Average total duration 9h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m 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 |
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Live departures
Potenza to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Potenza to Bologna coaches for tomorrow, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Itabus | 1226 · 9908 | 00:15 Potenza | 7h48 | 08:03 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
1226 · 3492 | 00:15 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 10h25 | 10:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
1226 · 2126 | 00:15 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 11h25 | 11:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 01:20 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 10h55 | 12:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
208 · 202 | 05:25 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 9h25 | 14:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
2726 | 07:00 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 11h15 | 18:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:30 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 13h25 | 20:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 14h05 | 00:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
2728 | 10:55 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 10h10 | 21:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
3826 | 16:35 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 10h05 | 02:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2422 | 17:10 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 10h10 | 03:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:45 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 11h35 | 05:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
048 | 17:55 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 8h55 | 02:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:45 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 10h45 | 05:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
122 · 103 | 21:10 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 9h05 | 06:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Potenza to Bologna
Buses from Potenza to Bologna run on average 35 times per day, taking around 9h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 563 km distance in 8h 55m.
Distance 563 km |
Average bus duration 9h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 35 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 55m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Marino Autolinee, Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Ventre from Potenza to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Potenza to Bologna with Marino Autolinee, Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Ventre for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Potenza to Bologna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Potenza to Bologna 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 Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus), which is located around 1.7 miles (2.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Potenza and Bologna
- 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
- 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
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