The cheapest and fastest trains from Scalea to Potenza
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
4 h 42 m
Average duration
5 h 1 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Scalea to Potenza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Scalea to Potenza will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 3 trains that leave Scalea 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 92 km distance in an average of 5 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 42 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest trains will take 5 h 17 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 and bus for Scalea to Potenza
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Scalea to Potenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €17, and a bus costs an average of €48.
Distance: 92 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€17 Average price Cheapest | €48 Average price |
3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Scalea to Potenza train times
The table below shows live departures for Scalea 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:28 AM Scalea | 4h45 | 4:13 PM Potenza | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Scalea to Potenza by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Scalea to Potenza
Trains from Scalea to Potenza run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:19, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 92 km distance in 4h 16m.
Distance 92 km |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 01:19 |
Last train 22:33 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Italo from Scalea to Potenza trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Italo trains will get you between Scalea and Potenza from €17. 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 Scalea to Potenza
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scalea 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 Scalea to Potenza
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free parking is available near the station, with limited spaces.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- €0.50
- Located in the main hall
- The station has a single-level layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Local bus services available from Scalea town center
- 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

