1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£9
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 49 m
Trains on 18 Sept
4
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Pistoia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Pistoia will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 4 trains from Bologna to Pistoia, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 54 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Pistoia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, while a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 71 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Pistoia:
A train is £0.33 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Bologna to Pistoia costing on average £10.
Other travel options to Pistoia take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 57m.
The journey is about 8m faster (1h 17m by train vs 1h 25m by car) and roughly £14 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£9 vs £23). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Pistoia trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TTPER 17729 · Regionale 18151 | 5:15 Bologna Centrale | 2h25 | 7:40 Pistoia Ovest | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17729 · Regionale 18151 | 5:22 Bologna Borgo Panigale | 2h18 | 7:40 Pistoia Ovest | 1 change | |
Regionale 17801 · Regionale 18460 | 5:46 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h29 | 7:15 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17803 · Regionale 18502 | 6:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h27 | 7:43 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9505+ Regionale 18462 · Regionale 18152 | 6:27 Bologna Centrale | 1h59 | 8:26 Pistoia Ovest | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17807 · Regionale 18462 · Regionale 18152 | 6:35 Bologna Centrale | 1h51 | 8:26 Pistoia Ovest | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17807 · Regionale 18462 | 6:46 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h28 | 8:14 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9301+ Regionale 18504 | 7:12 Bologna Centrale | 1h30 | 8:42 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17809 · Regionale 18504 | 7:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h26 | 8:42 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8505+ Regionale 18466 | 7:47 Bologna Centrale | 1h28 | 9:15 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9303+ Regionale 18508 | 8:12 Bologna Centrale | 1h30 | 9:42 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17813 · Regionale 18508 | 8:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h26 | 9:42 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17741 · Regionale 18155 | 8:17 Bologna Centrale | 2h06 | 10:23 Pistoia Ovest | 1 change | |
Regionale 17815 · Regionale 18662 | 8:46 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h52 | 10:38 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17815 · Regionale 18662 · Regionale 18156 | 8:46 Bologna San Ruffillo | 3h37 | 12:23 Pistoia Ovest | 2 changes | |
Intercity 583+ Regionale 18662 | 8:54 Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 10:38 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Regionale 18664 | 9:27 Bologna Centrale | 1h34 | 11:01 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8503+ Regionale 18490 | 10:47 Bologna Centrale | 1h28 | 12:15 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8503+ Regionale 18490 · Regionale 18156 | 10:47 Bologna Centrale | 1h36 | 12:23 Pistoia Ovest | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9311+ Regionale 18512 | 11:12 Bologna Centrale | 1h30 | 12:42 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17753 · Regionale 18159 | 11:17 Bologna Centrale | 2h57 | 14:14 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17753 · Regionale 18159 | 11:17 Bologna Centrale | 2h50 | 14:07 Pistoia Ovest | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9527+ Regionale 18492 | 11:27 Bologna Centrale | 1h47 | 13:14 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413+ Regionale 18514 | 12:02 Bologna Centrale | 1h40 | 13:42 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 18494 | 12:27 Bologna Centrale | 1h47 | 14:14 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 18494 · Regionale 18158 | 12:27 Bologna Centrale | 1h56 | 14:23 Pistoia Ovest | 2 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 17827 · Regionale 18518 | 13:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h26 | 14:42 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17761 · Regionale 18161 | 13:17 Bologna Centrale | 2h53 | 16:10 Pistoia Ovest | 1 change | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale 18472 | 13:24 Bologna Centrale | 1h51 | 15:15 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17831 · Regionale 18520 | 14:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h26 | 15:42 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9539+ Regionale 18476 | 14:27 Bologna Centrale | 1h47 | 16:14 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17833 · Regionale 18522 | 15:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h26 | 16:42 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17835 · Regionale 18478 · Regionale 18160 | 15:35 Bologna Centrale | 1h49 | 17:24 Pistoia Ovest | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17835 · Regionale 18478 | 15:46 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h28 | 17:14 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8519+ Regionale 18478 | 15:47 Bologna Centrale | 1h27 | 17:14 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8519+ Regionale 18478 · Regionale 18160 | 15:47 Bologna Centrale | 1h37 | 17:24 Pistoia Ovest | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17837 · Regionale 18524 | 16:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h26 | 17:42 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Intercity 597+ Regionale 18678 | 16:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h17 | 17:38 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9547+ Regionale 18480 | 16:27 Bologna Centrale | 1h47 | 18:14 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9427+ Regionale Veloce 18684 | 17:02 Bologna Centrale | 1h23 | 18:25 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17839 · Regionale 18528 | 17:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h26 | 18:42 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17777 · Regionale 18163 | 17:17 Bologna Centrale | 2h01 | 19:18 Pistoia Ovest | 1 change | |
Intercity 594+ Regionale 18680 | 17:25 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 18:37 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Intercity 594+ Regionale 18680 · Regionale 18162 | 17:25 Bologna Centrale | 2h13 | 19:38 Pistoia Ovest | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8525+ Regionale 18482 | 17:47 Bologna Centrale | 1h27 | 19:14 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8525+ Regionale 18482 · Regionale 18162 | 17:47 Bologna Centrale | 1h51 | 19:38 Pistoia Ovest | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9325+ Regionale 18530 | 18:12 Bologna Centrale | 1h30 | 19:42 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17843 · Regionale 18530 | 18:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h26 | 19:42 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17845 · Regionale 18484 | 18:46 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h28 | 20:14 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8527+ Regionale 18484 | 18:47 Bologna Centrale | 1h27 | 20:14 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17847 · Regionale 18532 | 19:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h26 | 20:42 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8529+ Regionale 18486 | 19:47 Bologna Centrale | 1h28 | 21:15 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Intercity 599+ Regionale 18534 | 20:06 Bologna Centrale | 1h36 | 21:42 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17851 · Regionale 18536 | 20:46 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h58 | 22:44 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9437+ Regionale 18536 | 21:02 Bologna Centrale | 1h42 | 22:44 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17853 · Regionale 18650 | 22:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 2h56 | 1:12 Pistoia station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Bologna to Pistoia run on average 58 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 58 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 0:26 |
Last train 23:35 |
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Discover the best of Pistoia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pistoia trip today.
Civic museum inside the town hall, displaying paintings, sculptures and rooms tied to Pistoia’s political history in a major medieval setting.
Contemporary art venue created from a former industrial site. It presents exhibitions and installations in striking modern spaces near the centre.
Museum and underground route within the historic hospital, featuring the anatomical theatre and the city’s famous glazed terracotta frieze.
Pistoia’s main square, framed by the cathedral, baptistery and civic buildings. It is the essential starting point for exploring the historic centre.
Lively historic square with a well and arcaded buildings, popular for strolling and people-watching while linking several important central streets.
Green public park just outside the old walls, good for a relaxing walk among trees, ponds and open lawns close to the centre.
Thick Tuscan bread soup with cannellini beans, cavolo nero and vegetables. A frugal country classic long associated with Pistoia and nearby Valdinievole.
Rustic soup of stale bread, vegetables and beans, traditionally enriched with local olive oil. A staple of peasant cooking in the Pistoia area.
Tuscan flatbread sandwich usually filled with cured meats or cheese. In Pistoia it is a beloved street snack eaten warm from bakeries and kiosks.
Refined restaurant near the historic centre serving creative Tuscan dishes in an elegant, intimate setting.
Traditional Tuscan restaurant known for grilled meats, hearty local dishes and a warm rustic atmosphere.
Popular casual spot for Tuscan specialities, cured meats and seasonal dishes in a relaxed old-town setting.
Moderate for Tuscany: stays and dining cost less than Florence, while local trains and simple meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Pistoia Railway Station -> Piazza del Duomo, Pistoia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Pistoia by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pistoia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Pistoia trains use the Bologna Centrale to Pistoia station pair, with some services arriving at Pistoia Ovest. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Pistoia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Centrale: Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Bologna San Ruffillo is 4 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna San Ruffillo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bologna San Ruffillo.
Available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include San Ruffillo House, Hotel Il Guercino, Hotel Porta San Mamolo.
Bologna, Aeroporto is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Aeroporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple options on site
Free wifi throughout the station. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto.
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Fully accessible for disabled individuals.
Pistoia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Duomo, Osteria del Gambero Rosso
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pistoia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pistoia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pistoia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pistoia: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pistoia: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Patria, Hotel Milano, Hotel Piccolo Ritz.
Pistoia Ovest has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Pistoia Ovest.
ATMs are available at Pistoia Ovest.
Available at Pistoia Ovest: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pistoia Ovest: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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