How to get to Potenza from Florence

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Compare train, flight and coach for Florence to Potenza

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 £49 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 10m. 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 £49, while a flight costs an average of £209.

Distance: 511 km

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£49

Average Price

Cheapest

£61

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£209

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9h 1m

Average total duration

8h 31m

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30m

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6h 38m

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6h 8m

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4h 10m

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2h 10m

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2h 0m

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0.5 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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1.5 - 3.1kg

CO2 emissions

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Compare ways to travel from Florence to Potenza

Compare the available ways to get from Florence to Potenza, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Potenza is a coach with an average price of £49.

This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Potenza:

A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Potenza costing on average £61.

A coach is £161 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Potenza costing on average £209.

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Potenza is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 10m.

Other travel options to Potenza take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 38m.

Coach takes on average 9h 1m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Florence and Potenza including taking a train, flight and coach.

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from Florence to Potenza

How to get to Potenza from Florence by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Florence to Potenza is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Itabus3827 · 1201
    1 change

Cheapest

  • Itabus3827 · 1201
    1 change

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 549
    0 changes

Other options

  • IntercityIntercity 581 · Intercity 551+RegionaleAutobus PZ111
    2 changes
  • IntercityIntercity 581 · Intercity 551+RegionaleAutobus PZ111
    2 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4105+IntercityIntercity 591+RegionaleAutobus PZ109
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 change
  • ITAAZ1682 · AZ1607
    1 change
  • ITAAZ1678 · AZ1613
    1 change
  • ITAAZ1684 · AZ1603
    1 change

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Best day trips from Potenza by bus

The most popular day trips by bus from Potenza are Matera, Salerno, Naples, Bari and Caserta. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Potenza on Omio.

A view of Matera

Day trip from Potenza to Matera by bus

Why visit Matera for the day?

Matera is known for the Sassi, ancient cave districts carved into a limestone ravine. Rock-hewn churches, steep lanes and restored stone houses give the city a stark, historic character.

A view of Salerno

Day trip from Potenza to Salerno by bus

Why visit Salerno for the day?

Salerno is a coastal city known for its broad seafront, medieval centre and the Duomo di Salerno. It feels more lived-in than polished, mixing everyday southern Italian life with a strong historical character.

A view of Naples

Day trip from Potenza to Naples by bus

Why visit Naples for the day?

Naples is a lively city on the Bay of Naples, known for pizza, faded grandeur and the presence of Vesuvius. Its historic centre is dense and energetic, where churches, street life and sea views sit close together.

A view of Bari

Day trip from Potenza to Bari by bus

Why visit Bari for the day?

Bari is a lively Adriatic city known for Bari Vecchia, the Basilica di San Nicola and its strong Apulian character. Historic lanes, street food and a working seafront give it an everyday southern Italian atmosphere.

A view of Caserta

Day trip from Potenza to Caserta by bus

Why visit Caserta for the day?

Caserta is best known for the Royal Palace of Caserta, whose scale and gardens define the city’s character. Beyond the palace, it feels like a relaxed Campanian city with broad streets, local cafés and a link to historic silk-making in nearby San Leucio.

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FAQs: Florence to Potenza

Travel to Potenza easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Florence to Potenza.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Florence and Potenza including taking a train, flight and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Potenza is a coach with an average price of £49.

This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Potenza:

A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Potenza costing on average £61.

A coach is £161 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Potenza costing on average £209.

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Potenza is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 10m.

Other travel options to Potenza take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 38m.

Coach takes on average 9h 1m.

The Florence to Potenza distance is approximately 511 km.
The average frequency per day from Florence to Potenza is:
  • Around 10 coaches per day.
  • Around 9 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Florence and Potenza as scheduled services by train, flight and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Florence to Potenza:
  • Flights mostly depart from Florence Peretola Airport and arrive in Bari Palese Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Florence Santa Maria Novella and arrive in Potenza Centrale.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) and arrive in Potenza, Viale del Basento (Terminal Bus).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Florence to Potenza, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with ITA, Malta Air, BA Euroflyer, Luxair to go to Potenza by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Itabus to go to Potenza by coach.
  • Travel with Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to Potenza by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Florence to Potenza with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Malta Air.
  • 1 direct coaches per day with Itabus.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Frecciarossa.
Omio customers who travel from Florence to Potenza often also extend their vacation to go to Naples, Rome, Salerno, Matera, Bari. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Potenza and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Florence to Potenza, you can choose from several travel options including train, flight and coach.
To explore Potenza, a stay of two to three days is typically sufficient to enjoy its historical sites, local cuisine, and surrounding natural beauty.

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