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Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Italy’s top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€47
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€47
Fastest journey on Sep 20
7 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
7 h 40 m
Buses on Sep 20
1
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pistoia to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pistoia to Milan will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
It's difficult to get from Pistoia to Milan without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pistoia to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €18, while a bus costs an average of €35.
Distance: 135 miles (218 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€35 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest |
5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pistoia to Milan:
A train is €16 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Pistoia to Milan costing on average €35.
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 56m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €25 |
The table below shows live departures for Pistoia to Milan buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:05 PM Pistoia, Piazza Treviso | 7h40 | 9:45 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Pistoia to Milan run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €3 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:26, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 135 miles (218 km) distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 135 miles (218 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 12:26 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Tipping is modest. Service may be included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station) -> Milano Centrale, Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pistoia to Milan 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 Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Pistoia to Milan buses use the Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station pair, with some services arriving at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato). Use this guide to compare Pistoia and Milan bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km), Pizza Express (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
Available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Elevators, ramps.
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Italiana (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato).
Available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Elevators, ramps.
Milano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple fast food and dining options available.
Free Wi-Fi available for 30 minutes. ATMs are aTMs available in the main hall.
Ticket office support is available at Milano.
Available at Milano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano: Wheelchair accessible facilities available.
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