- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli
Major archaeological museum with mosaics, frescoes and objects from Pompeii, Herculaneum and the ancient Mediterranean.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 27 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 34 m
Trains on 18 Sept
24
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Potenza to Naples is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Potenza to Naples will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 24 trains from Potenza to Naples, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 133 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 48 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.
Regionale 21102 · Metropolitano 21314
Regionale 21106 · Metropolitano 21338
Autobus PZ318 · Regionale 21102 · Metropolitano 21314
Autobus PZ112 · Regionale 94822 · Regionale 5966
Autobus PZ112 · Regionale 94822 · Regionale 5966
Intercity 700
Regionale 4296
Intercity 702
Regionale 21202
Regionale 21102 · Regionale 5216Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Potenza to Naples among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 133 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Potenza to Naples:
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Potenza to Naples costing on average £11.
Other travel options to Naples take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 20m.
Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £25 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £14. The journey takes 2h 20m versus 2h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Regionale, Intercity.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Potenza to Naples trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 19915+ Intercity 702 | 15:21 Potenza Superiore | 2h57 | 18:18 Naples Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 19915+ Intercity 702 | 15:25 Potenza, Universita | 2h53 | 18:18 Naples Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 702 | 15:48 Potenza Centrale | 2h30 | 18:18 Naples Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19917 · Regionale 21108+ Intercity 560 | 16:39 Potenza, Universita | 3h38 | 20:17 Naples Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19917 · Regionale 94822 · Regionale 5966 | 16:39 Potenza, Universita | 4h41 | 21:20 Napoli San Giovanni-Barra | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19917 · Regionale 94822 · Regionale 5586 | 16:39 Potenza, Universita | 4h34 | 21:13 Naples Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 21108+ Intercity 560 | 17:07 Potenza Centrale | 3h10 | 20:17 Naples Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 94822 · Regionale 5966 | 17:44 Potenza Centrale | 3h36 | 21:20 Napoli San Giovanni-Barra | 1 change | |
Autobus PZ112 · Regionale 94822 · Regionale 5966 | 18:05 Potenza Superiore | 3h15 | 21:20 Napoli San Giovanni-Barra | 2 changes | |
Autobus PZ112 · Regionale 94822 · Regionale 5966 | 18:20 Potenza Centrale | 3h00 | 21:20 Napoli San Giovanni-Barra | 2 changes | |
Autobus PZ303 · Regionale 21110 · Metropolitano 21356 | 18:41 Potenza Superiore | 4h11 | 22:52 Napoli San Giovanni-Barra | 2 changes | |
Autobus PZ303 · Regionale 21110 · Regionale 5208 | 18:41 Potenza Superiore | 4h12 | 22:53 Naples Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 21110 · Metropolitano 21356 | 19:03 Potenza Centrale | 3h49 | 22:52 Napoli San Giovanni-Barra | 1 change | |
Regionale 21110 · Regionale 5208 | 19:03 Potenza Centrale | 3h50 | 22:53 Naples Centrale | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
Autobus PZ318 · Regionale 21102 · Metropolitano 21314 | 6:15 Potenza Superiore | 3h37 | 9:52 Napoli San Giovanni-Barra | 2 changes | |
Autobus PZ318 · Regionale 21102 · Regionale 5216 | 6:15 Potenza Superiore | 2h57 | 9:12 Naples Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 21102 · Metropolitano 21314 | 6:24 Potenza Centrale | 3h28 | 9:52 Napoli San Giovanni-Barra | 1 change | |
Regionale 21102 · Regionale 5216 | 6:24 Potenza Centrale | 2h48 | 9:12 Naples Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 21202 | 7:24 Potenza Centrale | 2h34 | 9:58 Naples Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19907+ Intercity 700 | 9:10 Potenza, Universita | 3h13 | 12:23 Naples Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 700 | 9:56 Potenza Centrale | 2h27 | 12:23 Naples Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19909 · Regionale 4296 | 11:11 Potenza, Universita | 3h32 | 14:43 Naples Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 4296 | 12:14 Potenza Centrale | 2h29 | 14:43 Naples Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 21106 · Regionale 5338 | 13:22 Potenza Centrale | 3h21 | 16:43 Naples Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 21106+ Intercity 734 | 13:22 Potenza Centrale | 2h53 | 16:15 Naples Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 21106 · Metropolitano 21338 | 13:22 Potenza Centrale | 3h30 | 16:52 Napoli San Giovanni-Barra | 1 change | |
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Trains from Potenza to Naples run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:29, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 133 km distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 133 km |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 2:29 |
Last train 22:30 |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
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Discover the best of Naples — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Naples trip today.
Major archaeological museum with mosaics, frescoes and objects from Pompeii, Herculaneum and the ancient Mediterranean.
Important art museum in a former palace, displaying works by Caravaggio, Titian and Neapolitan masters in elegant historic rooms.
Contemporary art museum in a restored palazzo, known for modern installations and a rooftop terrace in the historic centre.
Vast ceremonial square framed by colonnades and major buildings, ideal for views, people-watching and easy central access.
Lively historic street cutting through the old centre, lined with churches, workshops and layers of everyday Neapolitan life.
Scenic waterfront promenade between the port and Mergellina, popular for walks, sea views and looking back at Vesuvius.
Classic Neapolitan pizza with a soft, blistered crust, San Marzano tomato and mozzarella. It is Naples’s signature dish and a UNESCO-recognised tradition.
Pasta with potatoes and melted provola, cooked until creamy. A beloved Neapolitan comfort dish from home kitchens and traditional trattorie.
Short pasta with beans, often cooked to a thick, hearty texture. It is a staple of Neapolitan cucina povera and everyday local eating.
Classic Naples dining room famous for pasta, seafood and refined local recipes, with old-school service and a central location.
Historic pizzeria known for traditional Pizza Napoletana in a lively, no-frills setting near the old centre.
Well-known seafront restaurant for seafood pasta, fried fish and classic Campanian dishes in an elegant but relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: pizza and espresso are cheap, but central hotels and peak-season stays cost more. Public transport is generally affordable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares; cafés do not require tips.
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Naples Centrale -> Piazza Municipio, Naples
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Potenza to Naples 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 Naples, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Potenza to Naples trains use the Potenza Centrale to Napoli Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Napoli San Giovanni-Barra. Use this guide to compare Potenza and Naples train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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, 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.
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.
Napoli Centrale is 2 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Tentazioni Cafe, Burger King, VyTA Boulangerie, Time Cafè, Caffè Toraldo, Chalet Ciro, Cibiamo, Chef Express, Eccellenze Della Costiera, 100 Montaditos, & more
Free WiFi throughout the station. ATMs are located at various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 21:10. Information desks are located on the ground floor in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is kiPoint luggage storage is located close to Platform 2, open daily from 06:00 to 23:00. .
Available at Napoli Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Napoli Centrale: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli Centrale: The station is fully accessible. The Sala Blu office provides services and assists customers with disabilities. .
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Europa, Starhotels Terminus, B&B Hotel Napoli.
Napoli San Giovanni-Barra is 4 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli San Giovanni-Barra has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: A small cafe is available inside the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Napoli San Giovanni-Barra. ATMs are available at Napoli San Giovanni-Barra.
Ticket office support is available at Napoli San Giovanni-Barra.
Available at Napoli San Giovanni-Barra: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli San Giovanni-Barra: Limited access for wheelchairs.
Napoli Piazza Garibaldi is 2 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli Piazza Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: La Cantina dei Mille, Antica Pizzeria da Michele
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Napoli Piazza Garibaldi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Napoli Piazza Garibaldi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Napoli Piazza Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Napoli Piazza Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli Piazza Garibaldi: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include UNAHOTELS Napoli, Starhotels Terminus, Hotel Ideal.
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