What is the cheapest way to get from Apulia to Basilicata?

The cheapest way to get from Apulia to Basilicata is to rideshare which costs €8 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Apulia to Basilicata?

The fastest way to get from Apulia to Basilicata is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Apulia and Basilicata?

No, there is no direct bus from Apulia to Basilicata. However, there are services departing from Bari and arriving at Potenza - Via Zara via Matera - Via Dante Alighieri. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Apulia and Basilicata?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bari Centrale and arriving at Potenza Centrale. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Apulia to Basilicata?

The distance between Apulia and Basilicata is 172 km. The road distance is 125 km.

How do I travel from Apulia to Basilicata without a car?

The best way to get from Apulia to Basilicata without a car is to bus which takes 3h 42m and costs €16 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Apulia to Basilicata?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Apulia to Basilicata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Apulia to Basilicata bus from?

Apulia to Basilicata bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bari station.

Where do I catch the Apulia to Basilicata train from?

Apulia to Basilicata train services, operated by Ferrovie Appulo Lucane, depart from Bari Centrale station.

Train or bus from Apulia to Basilicata?

The best way to get from Apulia to Basilicata is to bus which takes 3h 42m and costs €16 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €9 - €65 and takes 3h 51m.

Where does the Apulia to Basilicata bus arrive?

Apulia to Basilicata bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Matera station.

Where does the Apulia to Basilicata train arrive?

Apulia to Basilicata train services, operated by Ferrovie Appulo Lucane, arrive at Potenza Centrale station.

Can I drive from Apulia to Basilicata?

Yes, the driving distance between Apulia to Basilicata is 125 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Apulia to Basilicata.

How do I get a train ticket from Apulia to Basilicata?

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Where can I stay near Basilicata?

There are 132+ hotels available in Basilicata.

Can I share a ride from Apulia to Basilicata?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Apulia and Basilicata. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Apulia to Basilicata - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Apulia to Basilicata by bus, train, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bari to Matera1586
2. Take the bus from Matera - Via Dante Alighieri to Potenza - Via ZaraMatera
3h 42m
€16–33
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bari to Potenza124.3 km
2h 26m
€8
Train
1. Take the train from Bari Centrale to Potenza CentraleBari
3h 51m
€9–65
Drive 125 km
1. Drive from Bari to Potenza125 km
1h 58m
€20–29

Apulia to Basilicata by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

3h 42mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.4 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Apulia, Italy and Basilicata, Italy?

You can take a bus from Bari to Potenza - Via Zara via Matera and Matera - Via Dante Alighieri in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, Ferrovie Appulo Lucane operates a train from Bari Centrale to Potenza Centrale twice daily. Tickets cost €9–13 and the journey takes 3h 51m. Trenitalia S.p.A. also services this route 6 times a week.

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