
Business
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£39
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£52
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
8 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
9 h 29 m
Trains on 17 Sept
5
Distance
511 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 5 trains from Florence to Potenza, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 511 km distance in an average of 9 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 h 47 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.










Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Florence to Potenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, while a flight costs an average of £53.
Distance: 511 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price |
7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 44m Average total duration 8h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Potenza:
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Potenza costing on average £46.
A coach is £15 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Potenza costing on average £53.
Other travel options to Potenza take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 55m.
Coach takes on average 8h 14m.
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Potenza trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:15 Florence | 8h25 | 16:40 Potenza | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:15 Florence | 8h31 | 17:46 Potenza | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:14 Florence | 8h51 | 20:05 Potenza | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:14 Florence | 8h51 | 21:05 Potenza | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:00 Florence | 12h47 | 5:47 Potenza | 0 changesdirect |
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Trains from Florence to Potenza run on average 24 times per day, taking around 6h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 511 km distance in 5h 16m.
Distance 511 km |
Average train duration 6h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 16m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:26 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Discover the best of Potenza — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Potenza trip today.
Potenza’s main archaeological museum, presenting finds from ancient Basilicata and offering a strong introduction to the region’s past.
A focused gallery space for contemporary art and cultural events, valued for rotating exhibitions in a central historic setting.
A civic museum space with local historical material and temporary displays that help explain Potenza’s urban and cultural identity.
Potenza’s principal historic street, lined with shops, churches and civic buildings, ideal for a first walk through the city centre.
A central square near the historic core, useful for a pause, people-watching and reaching several of Potenza’s main sights on foot.
A panoramic green area with open views across the city and surrounding hills, popular for a relaxed walk and photographs.
Rustic pasta with sweet peppers, breadcrumbs and often anchovies. A Basilicata staple prized for turning simple pantry ingredients into bold flavour.
Thin dried red peppers from Senise, fried briefly until crisp. They are iconic in Basilicata for their sweet taste and delicate crunch.
Slow-cooked lamb with potatoes, tomatoes and herbs, traditionally baked for Easter and family gatherings across Basilicata.
Refined restaurant focused on seasonal southern Italian cuisine, with polished service and a more elegant dining room.
Traditional Lucanian restaurant serving regional pasta, meats and local produce in a warm, classic setting near the historic centre.
Well-known local venue for Basilicata cooking, with hearty regional dishes and a relaxed atmosphere suited to lunch or dinner.
Potenza is generally cheaper than Italy's main tourist cities, with lower hotel and dining prices and modest local transport costs.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is enough in cafés.
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Potenza Centrale -> Piazza Mario Pagano, Potenza
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Potenza by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Potenza, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence to Potenza trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Potenza Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Potenza Superiore. Use this guide to compare Florence and Potenza train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
Potenza Centrale is 1 km from Potenza city centre. Public transport options include:
Potenza Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Al Duomo, Trattoria Al Vecchio Scarpone
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Potenza Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Potenza Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Potenza Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Potenza Centrale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Potenza Centrale: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Grande Albergo Potenza, Park Hotel Centro Congressi, Hotel Pretoria.
Potenza Superiore has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Potenza Superiore.
ATMs are available at Potenza Superiore.
Available at Potenza Superiore: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Potenza Superiore.
Potenza, Universita has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Potenza, Universita.
Available at Potenza, Universita: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Potenza, Universita.
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