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Museo Civico d'Arte Antica in Palazzo Comunale
Civic museum inside the town hall, displaying paintings, sculptures and rooms tied to Pistoia’s political history in a major medieval setting.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Pistoia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Pistoia will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 58 trains from Florence to Pistoia, including 53 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 33 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.
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Trains from Florence to Pistoia run on average 46 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 41 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 27m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 46 |
Direct trains 41 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Best time to book 2 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Florence to Pistoia trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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Regionale 19000 | 5:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 5:57 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19002 | 6:00 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h35 | 6:35 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19004 | 6:38 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 7:16 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19006 | 7:06 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 7:43 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19008 | 7:18 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h34 | 7:52 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19010 | 7:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h41 | 8:14 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18658 | 7:38 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h46 | 8:24 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19012 | 8:09 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h35 | 8:44 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19014 | 8:27 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 9:04 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19016 | 9:09 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h34 | 9:43 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19018 | 9:27 Florence Rifredi | 0h48 | 10:15 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19020 | 10:09 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h36 | 10:45 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19022 | 10:42 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h35 | 11:17 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19024 · Regionale 18156 | 11:38 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h45 | 12:23 Pistoia Ovest | 1 change | |
Regionale 19024 | 11:38 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 12:15 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19026 | 12:09 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h33 | 12:42 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19028 | 12:30 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h40 | 13:10 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18670 | 12:35 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h51 | 13:26 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19050 | 13:09 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 13:46 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19052 · Regionale 18158 | 13:37 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h46 | 14:23 Pistoia Ovest | 1 change | |
Regionale 19052 | 13:37 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 14:14 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19054 | 13:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h30 | 14:25 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19056 | 14:09 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h35 | 14:44 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18674 | 14:47 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h51 | 15:38 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19058 | 14:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h36 | 15:26 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19060 | 15:37 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 16:14 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19062 | 16:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 16:57 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19062 · Regionale 18160 | 16:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h04 | 17:24 Pistoia Ovest | 1 change | |
Regionale 19100 | 16:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h33 | 17:23 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19102 | 17:40 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 18:19 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19104 · Regionale 18162 | 18:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h18 | 19:38 Pistoia Ovest | 1 change | |
Regionale 19104 | 18:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h34 | 18:54 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19106 | 19:03 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 19:42 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19108 | 19:40 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 20:17 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18690 | 19:47 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h53 | 20:40 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19110 | 20:22 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h36 | 20:58 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18692 | 20:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h52 | 21:31 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19134 | 21:00 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h42 | 21:42 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19136 | 21:40 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h42 | 22:22 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Regionale 18650 | 0:25 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h47 | 1:12 Pistoia station | 0 changesdirect | |
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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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Most Florence to Pistoia trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Pistoia station pair, with some services arriving at Pistoia Ovest. Use this guide to compare Florence and Pistoia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella 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: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
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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