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MO.C.A. Montecatini Contemporary Art
Contemporary art gallery and civic collection in the former town hall, hosting exhibitions in the historic centre of Montecatini Alto.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£3
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
10 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
14 m
Trains on 19 Sept
4
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pistoia to Montecatini Terme is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pistoia to Montecatini Terme will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 4 trains from Pistoia to Montecatini Terme, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 16 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 Pistoia to Montecatini Terme among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 12 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£3 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Montecatini Terme take longer:
Coach takes on average 24m.
The journey is about 4m faster (15m by train vs 19m by car) and roughly £1 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£3 vs £4). 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.
Direct services run with Regionale.
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 Pistoia to Montecatini Terme trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:02 Pistoia | 0h13 | 10:15 Montecatini Terme | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:44 Pistoia | 0h16 | 15:00 Montecatini Terme | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:16 Pistoia | 0h15 | 17:31 Montecatini Terme | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:44 Pistoia | 0h16 | 18:00 Montecatini Terme | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:44 Pistoia | 0h16 | 19:00 Montecatini Terme | 0 changesdirect |
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Trains from Pistoia to Montecatini Terme run on average 23 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:13, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 12m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 1:13 |
Last train 23:09 |
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Discover the best of Montecatini Terme — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Montecatini Terme trip today.
Contemporary art gallery and civic collection in the former town hall, hosting exhibitions in the historic centre of Montecatini Alto.
Museum dedicated to the town’s spa heritage, displaying documents and objects that explain Montecatini Terme’s development as a thermal resort.
Small civic museum space presenting local history and cultural material linked to Montecatini Alto and the surrounding area.
Historic hilltop quarter with lanes, stone buildings and sweeping views; ideal for strolling and seeing Montecatini’s older side.
Main square in Montecatini Alto, framed by historic buildings and lively public space, especially pleasant for an evening walk.
Popular public park with mature trees, paths and open space near the spa area; suitable for a relaxed walk between sights.
Thin Tuscan flatbread filled with prosciutto, salami or vegetables. A classic local street snack from nearby Pistoia, widely eaten in Montecatini Terme.
Tuscan bread soup made with stale bread, cannellini beans, cavolo nero and vegetables. It is a frugal regional staple closely tied to local home cooking.
Bread and tomato salad with cucumber, onion, basil and olive oil. It showcases summer produce and unsalted Tuscan bread in a simple traditional dish.
Elegant historic dining room serving Tuscan classics and seafood in central Montecatini Terme. Good for a refined but traditional meal.
Well-known traditional restaurant with pasta, grilled meats and Tuscan specialities in a relaxed setting near the town centre.
Casual local spot known for Tuscan cooking, pizzas and generous portions. Suitable for an easy meal with regional flavours.
Moderate for a Tuscan spa town: hotels can be seasonal, meals are mid-priced, and local transport is affordable compared with Florence or major Italian tourist cities.
Service is often included. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% in restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Montecatini Terme-Monsummano -> Piazza del Popolo, Montecatini Terme
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pistoia to Montecatini Terme 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 Montecatini Terme, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Pistoia to Montecatini Terme trains use the Pistoia to Montecatini Terme-Monsummano station pair, with some services arriving at Montecatini Centro. Use this guide to compare Pistoia and Montecatini Terme train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Montecatini Terme-Monsummano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Enoteca Giovanni, La Cascina
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Montecatini Terme-Monsummano. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Montecatini Terme-Monsummano.
Available at Montecatini Terme-Monsummano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montecatini Terme-Monsummano: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montecatini Terme-Monsummano: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Montecatini Palace, Grand Hotel & La Pace, Hotel Ercolini & Savi.
Montecatini Centro has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Ristorante Enoteca Giovanni, La Pecora Nera
Ticket office support is available at Montecatini Centro.
Available at Montecatini Centro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montecatini Centro: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montecatini Centro: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Boston, Hotel Reale, Grand Hotel Plaza & Locanda Maggiore.
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