The average train between Potenza and Policoro takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Potenza to Policoro. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Potenza and Policoro. The earliest departure is at 11:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Potenza is at 10:05 PM which arrives into Policoro at 4:54 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Potenza to Policoro. However, there are services departing from Potenza station and arriving at Policoro station via Metaponto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
Potenza to Policoro train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Potenza Centrale station.
Potenza to Policoro train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Metaponto station.
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The distance between Potenza and Policoro is 87.7 km. The road distance is 129 km.
Trenitalia operates a train from Potenza Centrale to Metaponto every 3 hours. Tickets cost €13–22 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Two other operators also service this route.