Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Potenza travel guide

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You're Going to Love Potenza

With a population of 56 433, Potenza is a must-see destination in Basilicata, Italy. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Potenza to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Potenza

Potenza in August
Estimated hotel price
£35
1 night at 3-star hotel
Potenza in August
Estimated hotel price
£35
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Potenza in July, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 25 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 1 °C, with an average temperature of 4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 80 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Potenza, with an average rainfall of 29 mm.

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How to Get to Potenza

Plane

Although Potenza doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Salerno Costa d'Amalfi (QSR), which is located 76 km from Potenza. Salerno Costa d'Amalfi is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, easyJet, Ryanair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Potenza from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 45m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Potenza, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Potenza to Brindisi takes 1h 13m and costs around £7 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about £37 for a 4h 09m trip. Located 8 km from the city centre, Potenza Avigliano Lucania is the busiest station in Potenza. Another popular train station is Potenza Universita, located 0.4 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Potenza is to pick up a car hire from Naples, which is about 132 km from Potenza. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Ace, among others, in Naples.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Potenza, including FlixBus, Itabus and Bus. From Foggia, the bus ride to Potenza takes 129 km and will cost you around £24. From Brindisi, the ticket costs about £12 for a journey of 137 km.

Plane

Although Potenza doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Salerno Costa d'Amalfi (QSR), which is located 76 km from Potenza. Salerno Costa d'Amalfi is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, easyJet, Ryanair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Potenza from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 45m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Potenza, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Potenza to Brindisi takes 1h 13m and costs around £7 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about £37 for a 4h 09m trip. Located 8 km from the city centre, Potenza Avigliano Lucania is the busiest station in Potenza. Another popular train station is Potenza Universita, located 0.4 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Potenza is to pick up a car hire from Naples, which is about 132 km from Potenza. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Ace, among others, in Naples.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Potenza, including FlixBus, Itabus and Bus. From Foggia, the bus ride to Potenza takes 129 km and will cost you around £24. From Brindisi, the ticket costs about £12 for a journey of 137 km.

Airports near Potenza

QSRSalerno Costa d'Amalfi
BRIBari Palese
NAPNaples

Airlines serving Potenza

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,936 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Potenza

Most booked hotels in Potenza

B&B Al Convento
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£67+
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Park Hotel Centro Congressi
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£82+
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Albergo Miramonti
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£41+
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Tourist Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£37+
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Hiring a car in Potenza

Expect to pay £1.44 per litre in Potenza (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.19 and £22.91. The most frequently booked car type in Potenza is Compact (Jeep Renegade or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Lancia Ypsilon or similar) is, on average, 27% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.44 per litre in Potenza (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.19 and £22.91. The most frequently booked car type in Potenza is Compact (Jeep Renegade or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Lancia Ypsilon or similar) is, on average, 27% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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