The cheapest and fastest trains from Pistoia to Bologna
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
4 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pistoia to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pistoia to Bologna will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 2 trains that leave Pistoia for Bologna every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Pistoia to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pistoia to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 71 km
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Pistoia to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Pistoia to Bologna trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:42 Pistoia | 1h27 | 20:09 Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:13 Pistoia | 1h21 | 21:34 Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pistoia to Bologna
Trains from Pistoia to Bologna run on average 58 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 58 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 00:26 |
Last train 23:25 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Italo from Pistoia to Bologna trainsRegionale, Intercity, Italo trains will get you between Pistoia and Bologna from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Pistoia to Bologna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pistoia to Bologna 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 Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Pistoia and Bologna
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Access via Via Pertini.
- Ristorante Il Duomo
- Osteria del Gambero Rosso
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Patria
- Hotel Milano
- Hotel Piccolo Ritz
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Train: Regional connections to Florence and Lucca
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- 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.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- San Ruffillo House
- Hotel Il Guercino
- Hotel Porta San Mamolo
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
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