- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Cheapest price on 14 Oct
£20
Average ticket price on 14 Oct
£43
Fastest journey on 14 Oct
3 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 14 Oct
4 h 7 m
Buses on 14 Oct
17
Distance
311 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Potenza to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Potenza to Rome will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
On Wed 14 Oct, we found 17 buses from Potenza to Rome, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 311 km distance in an average of 4 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 24 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus
1202
304 · 302
FlixBus
132
Autobus PZ110+
FRECCIAROSSA 9662
Autobus PZ116+
FRECCIAROSSA 9420
132
304 · 302
Regionale 19905 · Autobus PZ116+
FRECCIAROSSA 9420Buses from Potenza to Rome run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 311 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 311 km |
Average bus duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Potenza to Rome coaches for today, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:45 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 9h35 | 5:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 14 October | |||||
132 | 1:10 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 4h20 | 5:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
132 | 1:10 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 4h55 | 6:05 Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine" | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:20 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 4h40 | 7:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19905 · Autobus PZ116+ FRECCIAROSSA 9420 | 7:51 Potenza, Universita | 4h24 | 12:15 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 8:30 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 4h45 | 13:15 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus PZ116+ FRECCIAROSSA 9420 | 8:30 Potenza Centrale | 3h45 | 12:15 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
Autobus PZ116 · Regionale 94922+ 9992 | 8:30 Potenza Centrale | 9h04 | 17:34 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
Autobus PZ116 · Regionale 94922+ 9954 | 8:30 Potenza Centrale | 10h00 | 18:30 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
Autobus PZ116 · Regionale 94922+ 9948 | 8:30 Potenza Centrale | 8h00 | 16:30 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
304 · 302 | 9:15 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 4h20 | 13:35 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
1202 | 12:35 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 5h40 | 18:15 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus PZ108+ FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 14:05 Potenza Superiore | 5h50 | 19:55 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
Autobus PZ110+ FRECCIAROSSA 9662 | 14:50 Potenza Centrale | 3h45 | 18:35 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
Autobus PZ110+ Intercity 822 | 14:50 Potenza Centrale | 4h48 | 19:38 Rome Ostiense | 1 change | |
Autobus PZ110 · Regionale 5810+ 9996 | 14:50 Potenza Centrale | 4h55 | 19:45 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
Autobus PZ110 · Regionale 5810+ 9962 | 14:50 Potenza Centrale | 5h31 | 20:21 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:45 Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) | 6h30 | 1:15 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
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There are 21 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:39. The fastest coach covers the 184 km distance in 2h 39m.

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There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:51. The fastest coach covers the 136 km distance in 1h 24m.

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There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 97 km distance in 1h 25m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Potenza to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Potenza to Rome buses use the Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station pair, with some services arriving at Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine". Use this guide to compare Potenza and Rome bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) is 1 km from Potenza city centre. Public transport options include:
Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Terminal (in the station), Trattoria del Basento (0.5 km), Osteria Potentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus).
Available at Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus): Elevators, ramps.
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. ATMs are aTM available near ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
Available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
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