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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Basilicata to Apulia is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs €19 - €28.

Is there a direct bus between Basilicata and Apulia?

No, there is no direct bus from Basilicata to Apulia. However, there are services departing from Potenza - Via Zara and arriving at Bari via Matera. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Basilicata and Apulia?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Potenza Centrale and arriving at Bari Centrale. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Basilicata to Apulia?

The distance between Basilicata and Apulia is 178 km. The road distance is 124.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Basilicata to Apulia without a car is to bus which takes 3h 47m and costs €16 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Basilicata to Apulia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basilicata to Apulia bus from?

Basilicata to Apulia bus services, operated by Grassani S.r.l., depart from Potenza - Via Zara station.

Where do I catch the Basilicata to Apulia train from?

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

Train or bus from Basilicata to Apulia?

The best way to get from Basilicata to Apulia is to bus which takes 3h 47m and costs €16 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €9 - €35 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Basilicata to Apulia bus arrive?

Basilicata to Apulia bus services, operated by Grassani S.r.l., arrive at Matera - Via Dante Alighieri station.

Where does the Basilicata to Apulia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basilicata to Apulia?

Yes, the driving distance between Basilicata to Apulia is 125 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Basilicata to Apulia.

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

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Where can I stay near Apulia?

There are 4087+ hotels available in Apulia.

Can I share a ride from Basilicata to Apulia?

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Basilicata to Apulia 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 Potenza - Via Zara to Matera - Via Dante AlighieriPotenza
2. Take the bus from Matera to Bari1586
3h 47m
€17–39
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Potenza to Bari124.9 km
2h 26m
€8
Train
1. Take the train from Potenza Centrale to Bari CentralePotenza
4h 2m
€9–35
Drive 124.6 km
1. Drive from Potenza to Bari124.6 km
1h 55m
€20–28

Basilicata to Apulia by bus and foot

6Weekly Services

3h 47mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.6 km
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Potenza - Via Zara to Bari via Matera - Via Dante Alighieri and Matera in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, Ferrovie Appulo Lucane operates a train from Potenza Centrale to Bari Centrale twice daily. Tickets cost €9–12 and the journey takes 4h 2m. Trenitalia S.p.A. also services this route 6 times a week.

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