The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome to Potenza
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€58
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
311 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Potenza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Potenza will cost around €58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 50 trains that leave Rome for Potenza on Sun, Dec 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct trains cover the 311 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 31 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 21069 · Regionale 4297
Regionale 21063 · Regionale 5233 · Regionale 21111
Regionale 21053 · Regionale 5581 · Regionale 21105
Regionale 21081 · Autobus PZ109
Intercity 1523+
Regionale 4297
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547
9987+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547
8143+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547
FRECCIARGENTO 8333+
Intercity 701
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+
Intercity 707Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rome to Potenza
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rome to Potenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €22.
Distance: 311 km
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€26 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest | €149 Average price |
4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Rome to Potenza train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Potenza trains for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9903+ FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Regionale 21109 | 6:40 AM Rome Termini | 9h19 | 3:59 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9903+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ FRECCIALINK LK015 | 6:40 AM Rome Termini | 8h11 | 2:51 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9903+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9623+ Regionale 21111 | 6:40 AM Rome Termini | 10h33 | 5:13 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9967 · 3825 | 8:41 AM Rome Termini | 4h44 | 1:25 PM Potenza | 1 transfer | |
9967+ FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Regionale 21109 | 8:41 AM Rome Termini | 7h18 | 3:59 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9967+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ FRECCIALINK LK015 | 8:41 AM Rome Termini | 6h10 | 2:51 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9967+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9623+ Regionale 21111 | 8:41 AM Rome Termini | 8h32 | 5:13 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9971+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ FRECCIALINK LK015 | On time 9:40 AM Rome Termini | 5h11 | 2:51 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9971+ FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Regionale 21109 | On time 9:40 AM Rome Termini | 6h19 | 3:59 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9971+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9623+ Regionale 21111 | On time 9:40 AM Rome Termini | 7h33 | 5:13 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9998+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | On time 10:40 AM Rome Termini | 10h17 | 8:57 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9998+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ FRECCIALINK LK015 | On time 10:40 AM Rome Termini | 4h11 | 2:51 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9998+ FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Regionale 21109 | On time 10:40 AM Rome Termini | 5h19 | 3:59 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9919+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | On time 11:30 AM Rome Termini | 9h27 | 8:57 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9975+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | On time 11:40 AM Rome Termini | 9h17 | 8:57 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9975+ FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Regionale 21109 | On time 11:40 AM Rome Termini | 4h19 | 3:59 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8907+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | On time 12:30 PM Rome Termini | 8h27 | 8:57 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9977+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9623+ Regionale 21111 | On time 12:40 PM Rome Termini | 4h33 | 5:13 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9977+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | On time 12:40 PM Rome Termini | 8h17 | 8:57 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9927+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 1:30 PM Rome Termini | 7h27 | 8:57 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9927+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8519+ Regionale 21113 | 1:30 PM Rome Termini | 7h17 | 8:47 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9927+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Intercity 707 | 1:30 PM Rome Termini | 5h36 | 7:06 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9931 · 2729 | 2:12 PM Rome Tiburtina | 4h13 | 6:25 PM Potenza | 1 transfer | |
9931 · 2729 | 2:30 PM Rome Termini | 3h55 | 6:25 PM Potenza | 1 transfer | |
9931+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 2:30 PM Rome Termini | 6h27 | 8:57 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9981+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 2:40 PM Rome Termini | 6h17 | 8:57 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9981+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Intercity 707 | 2:40 PM Rome Termini | 4h26 | 7:06 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9935+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ Autobus PZ113 | On time 3:30 PM Rome Termini | 8h00 | 11:30 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9935+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | On time 3:30 PM Rome Termini | 5h27 | 8:57 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9935+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8519+ Regionale 21113 | On time 3:30 PM Rome Termini | 5h17 | 8:47 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8913+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ Autobus PZ113 | On time 4:15 PM Rome Termini | 7h15 | 11:30 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8913+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8519+ Regionale 21113 | On time 4:15 PM Rome Termini | 4h32 | 8:47 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8913+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | On time 4:15 PM Rome Termini | 4h42 | 8:57 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8143 · 2723 | 5:30 PM Rome Termini | 3h50 | 9:20 PM Potenza | 1 transfer | |
8143+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 5:30 PM Rome Termini | 3h27 | 8:57 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9987+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | On time 5:40 PM Rome Termini | 3h17 | 8:57 PM Potenza Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9987+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ Autobus PZ113 | On time 5:40 PM Rome Termini | 5h50 | 11:30 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9947+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ Autobus PZ113 | 6:30 PM Rome Termini | 5h00 | 11:30 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9989+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ Autobus PZ113 | On time 6:40 PM Rome Termini | 4h50 | 11:30 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9951+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ Autobus PZ113 | 7:30 PM Rome Termini | 4h00 | 11:30 PM Potenza Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rome to Potenza
Trains from Rome to Potenza run on average 40 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 311 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 311 km |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 40 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte from Rome to Potenza trainsIntercity, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Rome and Potenza from €11. 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 Rome to Potenza
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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 Rome, you have various train station options to start your route from including Rome Termini, Rome Tiburtina and Rome Trastevere. When arriving in Potenza, you can end your trip in train stations like Potenza Centrale, Potenza Superiore and Potenza Macchia Romana.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Rome Termini, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 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 Rome to Potenza
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with both short-term and long-term options.
- Ramen Bar Akira
- Eataly Roma
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Abitart
- Hotel San Anselmo
- Hotel Villa San Pio
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for metropolitan services
- Metro: Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes.
- Luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
- Rock n’ Coffee Roma
- Arabian Kebab
- Ingredienti
- McDonald’s
- Numb's Bakery Café
- Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
- B&B Rome Tiburtina
- B&B Alba Domus Roma
- Hotel delle Province
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Metro lines: LB
- Bus lines: 62, 71, 111, 111F, 120F, 135, 163, 168, 211, 309, 409, n409, n041, C2, C3, Airport Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FA, IC, REG, FL1, FL2, FL3
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Acafe
- Moka Café
- Roadhouse Grill
- McDonald's
- Gusto
- Chef Express
- Coop Minimarket
- Mercato Centrale
- The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
- Archi di Roma Guest House
- Gemma di Roma
- The Liberty Boutique Hotel
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Located near Platform 24.
- Metro lines: A (red), B (blue)
- Bus lines: 5, H, 38, 40 Express, 50 Express, 64, 66, 70, 75, 82, 90 Express, 92, 105, 150F, 223, 310, 590, 714, 910, C2, C3
- Tram lines: 5, 14
- Train lines: Italo, FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, EN, CNL, R, Leonardo Express
- 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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