- Must visit
Museo Civico d'Arte Antica in Palazzo Comunale
Main civic museum inside Palazzo Comunale, with paintings, sculptures, and objects that trace Pistoia’s artistic and political history.
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Florence to Pistoia
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 03
- Cheapest price on Nov 03
- $3
- Average ticket price on Nov 03
- $4
- Fastest journey on Nov 03
- 10 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 03
- 26 m
- Buses on Nov 03
- 5
- Distance
- 33 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence to Pistoia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Pistoia will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Fast buses
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 5 buses from Florence to Pistoia, including 5 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 33 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 40 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.
7:40 AM 0h20 Florence 8:00 AM Pistoia $3 1 One-way 0 transfers2:20 AM 0h10 Florence 2:30 AM Pistoia $3 1 One-way 0 transfers8:20 AM 0h20 Florence 8:40 AM Pistoia $4 1 One-way 0 transfers11:50 PM 0h40 Florence 12:30 AM Pistoia $5 1 One-way 0 transfers7:00 PM 0h40 Florence 7:40 PM Pistoia $6 1 One-way 0 transfers
2:20 AM 0h10 Florence 2:30 AM Pistoia $3 1 One-way 0 transfers8:20 AM 0h20 Florence 8:40 AM Pistoia $4 1 One-way 0 transfers7:40 AM 0h20 Florence 8:00 AM Pistoia $3 1 One-way 0 transfers11:50 PM 0h40 Florence 12:30 AM Pistoia $5 1 One-way 0 transfers7:00 PM 0h40 Florence 7:40 PM Pistoia $6 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Florence to Pistoia
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Take a bus from Florence to Pistoia and enjoy the approximately 20 miles (33 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:35.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Journey facts
- Distance20 miles (33 km)
- First bus12:25 AM
- Last bus11:35 PM
- Cheapest MonthJan
- Cheapest DayThu
- High SeasonJul - Sep
- Low SeasonJan - Mar
- Busiest DaySun
- Least Busy DayThu
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $6
Frequently asked questions about your Florence to Pistoia trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Florence to Pistoia.
The earliest bus from Florence to Pistoia leaves at 12:25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Florence to Pistoia leaves at 11:35 PM.
Florence to Pistoia Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 01:48AM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 04:32AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 1h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 06:03AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 07:09AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 07:47AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h33 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 08:43AM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:09AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 08:21AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h29 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:37AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 09:09AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 10:43AM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 10:09AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 11:43AM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 12:43PM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 12:09PM | Arrival Time 02:23PM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 12:47PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h33 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 01:09PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 01:33PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 01:37PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:56PM | Arrival Time 02:46PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 02:09PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:08PM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 02:47PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 1h33 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 03:09PM | Arrival Time 05:24PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 03:33PM | Arrival Time 05:24PM | Duration 1h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 04:09PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:02PM | Duration 0h32 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:09PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:08PM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:47PM | Arrival Time 07:38PM | Duration 1h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 06:09PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 07:03PM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 06:37PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 07:09PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 1h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 07:41PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 07:47PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h33 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:09PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 10:22PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 1h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - ExtraUrbano Firenze | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Live departures
Florence to Pistoia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Pistoia buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:20 PM Florence | 0h20 | 8:40 PM Pistoia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, November 3 | |||||
| 2:20 AM Florence | 0h10 | 2:30 AM Pistoia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:40 AM Florence | 0h20 | 8:00 AM Pistoia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:20 AM Florence | 0h20 | 8:40 AM Pistoia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:00 PM Florence | 0h40 | 7:40 PM Pistoia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Complete guide to Pistoia
Things to do in Pistoia
Discover the best of Pistoia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pistoia trip today.
- Recommended
Museo dell'Antico Palazzo dei Vescovi
Museum in the former bishop’s palace with sacred art, manuscripts, and access to key monuments on Piazza del Duomo.
- Recommended
Palazzo Buontalenti
Contemporary art venue and collection created by Fondazione Caript, known for strong modern exhibitions in a restored historic building.
- Must visit
Piazza del Duomo
Pistoia’s monumental main square, surrounded by the cathedral, baptistery, and civic palaces; the essential starting point for any visit.
- Recommended
Piazza della Sala
Lively historic square lined with arcades and markets, ideal for experiencing local daily life in one of the city’s oldest urban spaces.
- Recommended
Piazza Sant'Andrea
Atmospheric square by Sant'Andrea church, appreciated for medieval character, quieter pace, and excellent architectural views.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Ribollita
Tuscan bread soup with cannellini beans, kale and vegetables. A frugal peasant classic widely eaten in Pistoia and valued for its deep, comforting flavor.
Maccheroni Sull'Anatra
Thick hand-cut noodle soup in rich beef broth, often served at holidays. It is a traditional Pistoiese first course with handmade pasta.
- Gluten-free
Trippa Alla Fiorentina
Slow-cooked tripe in tomato sauce with herbs and Parmigiano. This rustic Tuscan specialty is common in local trattorie and street-food counters.
La BotteGaia
Historic central restaurant known for refined Tuscan cooking, seasonal ingredients and an elegant but welcoming dining room.
La Pecora Nera
Well-regarded Tuscan trattoria serving local classics, grilled meats and handmade pasta in a warm traditional setting.
Pizzeria La Pergola
Established casual spot appreciated for pizza, Tuscan dishes and a lively local atmosphere near the historic center.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Tuscany: lodging and dining cost less than Florence, while local transit and coffee stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.70
- Day pass
- €5.50
To the city center
Piazza Treviso -> Pistoia Centrale
- Distance
- 1.6 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Urban buses in Pistoia are operated by at bus; buy tickets in advance or use the official app where available.
- Check at bus fare rules before boarding. Contactless card payment on board is not reliably available on all buses.
Plan your visit to Pistoia
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Pistoia.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Pistoia, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and near public transportation hubs. It's advisable to watch personal belongings closely in markets and popular tourist spots. Scams involving unauthorized taxi services or overpriced rides can occur, so using official transport options is recommended. Overall, standard safety precautions and awareness of surroundings help ensure a safe visit to Pistoia.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
FAQs: Bus from Florence to Pistoia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Pistoia by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pistoia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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