The cheapest and fastest trains from Bari to Potenza
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
3 h 53 m
Average duration
4 h 35 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bari to Potenza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari to Potenza will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
It's difficult to get from Bari to Potenza without transferring at least once.
Regionale 19831 · Regionale 4296
Regionale 19847 · Regionale 23686
Regionale 19847 · Regionale 23686 · Autobus PZ726
Regionale 19831 · Regionale 4296
Regionale 19847 · Regionale 23686
Regionale 19847 · Regionale 23686 · Autobus PZ726Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bari to Potenza
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bari to Potenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 102 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€20 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bari to Potenza train times
The table below shows live departures for Bari to Potenza trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 19827+ Intercity 700 | 5:23 AM Bari Centrale | 3h31 | 8:54 AM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 558+ Regionale 4296 | 6:07 AM Bari Centrale | 5h08 | 11:15 AM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 558+ Regionale 4296 · Autobus PZ712 | 6:07 AM Bari Centrale | 5h18 | 11:25 AM Potenza Superiore | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19829 · Regionale 4296 · Autobus PZ712 | 6:20 AM Bari Centrale | 5h05 | 11:25 AM Potenza Superiore | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19829 · Regionale 4296 | 6:20 AM Bari Centrale | 4h55 | 11:15 AM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19849 · Regionale 23686 · Autobus PZ726 | 3:25 PM Bari Centrale | 4h40 | 8:05 PM Potenza Superiore | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19849 · Regionale 23686 | 3:25 PM Bari Centrale | 4h23 | 7:48 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bari to Potenza
Trains from Bari to Potenza run on average 38 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 102 km distance in 3h 48m.
Distance 102 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 38 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 04:15 |
Last train 23:00 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Ferrovie Appulo Lucane from Bari to Potenza trainsRegionale, Intercity, Ferrovie Appulo Lucane trains will get you between Bari and Potenza from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bari to Potenza
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari 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.

When departing from Bari, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Bari Centrale and Bari Aeroporto. When arriving in Potenza, you can end your trip in train stations like Potenza Centrale, Potenza Macchia Romana and Potenza Superiore.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Bari Centrale, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Potenza Centrale, located 1.7 miles (2.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bari to Potenza
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Piazza Aldo Moro.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Piccinni
- La Tana Del Polpo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Excelsior Bari
- Grand Hotel Leon d'Oro
- Hotel Adria
- Located in the main hall
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for regional and high-speed trains
- Hall 2: platforms 9-16 for long-distance and international trains
- Metro: Line FM1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms serving regional trains.
- Bus: Local bus services connect the station with Bari city center and surrounding areas.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Viale Enzo Ferrari.
- Ristorante Bacco
- Ristorante Il Poeta Contadino
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Parco Dei Principi Hotel Congress & SPA
- Hotel Palumbo Masseria Sant'Anna
- Vittoria Parc Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Hertz
- Dollar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional connections
- Hall 2: access to airport facilities
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Ferrotramviaria services to Bari Centrale
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Via del Gallitello.
- Ristorante Al Duomo
- Trattoria Al Vecchio Scarpone
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Grande Albergo Potenza
- Park Hotel Centro Congressi
- Hotel Pretoria
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional trains: Various connections
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