The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo to Potenza
Cheapest price
€66
Average price
€67
Fastest journey
11 h 11 m
Average duration
11 h 19 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
351 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palermo to Potenza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Potenza will cost around €67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €66.
Of the 2 trains that leave Palermo for Potenza on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 351 km distance in an average of 11 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 11 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 11 h 26 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Palermo to Potenza
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Potenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €36, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 351 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€59 Average price Cheapest | €138 Average price | €76 Average price |
11h 2m Average total duration 10h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 9m Average total duration 15h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Palermo to Potenza train times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:15 AM Palermo | 11h11 | 7:26 PM Potenza | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 5:05 AM Palermo | 11h26 | 4:31 PM Potenza | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palermo to Potenza
Trains from Palermo to Potenza run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €25 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 351 km distance in 10h 27m.
Distance 351 km |
Average train duration 10h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 10h 27m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 21:10 |
Train companies: Intercity from Palermo to Potenza trainsIntercity trains will get you between Palermo and Potenza from €25. 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 Palermo to Potenza
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Palermo to Potenza
- 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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