Cheap coach tickets from Rome to Potenza
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Coach from Rome to Potenza: Journey Information
There are 15 intercity coaches per day from Rome to Potenza. Travelling by coach from Rome to Potenza usually takes around 5 hours and 44 minutes, but the fastest Liscio coach can make the trip in 4 hours and 5 minutes.
- Distance
- 193 mi (310 km)
- Shortest duration
- 4h 5m
- Cheapest price
- £9.12
- Trips per day
- 15
- Most frequent service
- FlixBus
- Coach lines
- 4
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Rome to Potenza Coach Timetable

There are several coach options that can take you from Rome to Potenza:
- FlixBus: 6 daily coaches from £9
- Itabus: 1 daily coach from £9
- Liscio: 3 daily coaches from £25
- Marino: 5 daily coaches from £15
How much is a coach ticket from Rome to Potenza?
Coach tickets for a trip from Rome to Potenza cost about £21 when you book at the cheapest time, 13 days ahead. Opting to take a coach is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from Rome to Potenza by travel date
If you're planning to travel by coach from Rome to Potenza in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £19 to £30. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 7 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Potenza this week, coach tickets are available starting at £19.
Average coach ticket prices from Rome to Potenza by month
Taking the coach from Rome to Potenza is usually cheapest in January, when the average ticket price is only £24. If you're planning to take the coach from Rome to Potenza during December, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £33. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 13 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £4.83 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What coach companies travel from Rome to Potenza?
There are 4 coach lines from Rome to Potenza available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 6 daily trips, FlixBus usually has the most coaches running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 6 | 6h 13m | £26.09 |
| Itabus | 1 | 5h 40m | £15.84 |
| Liscio | 3 | 4h 12m | £25.38 |
| Marino | 5 | 5h 50m | £26.13 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity coach companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 6 trips from Rome to Potenza, and usually makes the trip in about 6 hours and 13 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as toilets, air conditioning, and power sockets.
Itabus is an Italian coach company servicing the whole peninsula, including major tourist hotspots like Rome, Trieste, and Catania. The company has both single and double-decker coaches with clean, comfortable seats, complimentary WiFi, power sockets, toilets, and air conditioning. Upgrade to a premium ticket for even larger seats and extendable armchairs.
Liscio (which literally translates to ‘smooth’) is an Italian coach company providing smooth trips across the country. Its 59-seater coaches are equipped with complimentary WiFi and USB power sockets, as well as onboard toilets. You can also stow two pieces of baggage into the hold, which is perfect for those who like to pack a little extra for trips.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Rome to Potenza
There are 15 scheduled coaches that travel from Rome to Potenza every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 8 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.
Trips per day
15
Direct trips
8
The coach takes an average of 5 hours and 44 minutes to cover the 193 miles from Rome to Potenza. However, the fastest coach only takes 4 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
193
Distance (km)
310
The first coach leaves at 3:40 and the last coach leaves at 23:50. To see the times for all coaches from Rome to Potenza, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
3:40am
Latest coach
11:50pm
Because many passengers travel from Rome to Potenza at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
Most crowded
Monday
Least crowded
Tuesday
City Information
Rome



Rome is a city rich in cultural heritage, as well as one of the most romantic destinations in Europe. To fully understand the city’s extraordinary history, visitors should take the time to visit the Capitoline Museums, where the collections include hundreds of sculptures as well as the Capitoline Wolf, the symbol of Rome itself. The famous Trevi’s Fountain is also on the must-see list of many travellers. Boasting an amazing baroque design with mythological motifs, the fountain is one of the most photogenic spots in the city, and it is located near the principal shopping area. If you wish to check out some of the city’s most iconic structures, head over to the Sistine Chapel, which houses the famous fresco by Michelangelo.
Rome is every foodie’s heaven. As you explore the city’s food scene, don’t hesitate to take the chance to try out a local specialty, artichokes. The best place to try these out is at Nonna Betta. For those who want to try the famous Roma coffee, Caffe Sant'Eustachio might be the right spot.
The principal train station in Rome is the Termini station. The main coach station is Roma Tiburtina. The city’s air services are fulfilled by three airports: Leonardo da Vinci International Airport, Rome Ciampino Airport, and Roma-Urbe, of which the Leonardo da Vinci International Airport is the largest.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Rome?
Main departure station: Largo Guido Mazzoni

Rome's main long-distance coach station, known as Autostazione Tiburtina, is located on Largo Guido Mazzoni in the northeast of the city. The modern, state-of-the-art facility has several small food outlets, toilets, and left luggage facilities. Coach companies like FlixBus and RegioJet operate routes from Tiburtina to destinations including Venice and Prague. It can be accessed via the city's metro line B and is just a short walk to Roma Tiburtina railway station. Several hotels, bars, and restaurants line the nearby Via Tiburtina for the perfect welcome to the Eternal City.
All coach stations in Rome:
- Largo Guido Mazzoni
- Ciampino Airport
- Ciampino Airport Piazza Leonardo da Vinci
- Largo Mazzoni Guido 3
- Via Vincenzo Giudice
Where does the coach arrive in Potenza?
Main arrival station: Viale del Basento 11
Coaches arrive in Potenza at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are travelling with.
Coach stations in Potenza:
- Viale del Basento 11
- Potenza Bus Station
- SS658
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