- Must visit
Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Italy’s top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
4 h 14 m
Average duration
4 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
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 €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 2 buses that leave Pistoia for Milan on Wed, Aug 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 218 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 14 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 4 h 55 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.




Buses from Pistoia to Milan run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 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 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 12:26 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 6 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €47 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 06:09AM | Arrival Time 02:17PM | Duration 8h08 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 09:49PM | Duration 4h14 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €14 |
The table below shows live departures for Pistoia to Milan buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:20 PM Pistoia | 4h55 | 5:15 PM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:35 PM Pistoia | 4h14 | 9:49 PM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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.
Pistoia, Pistoia (Stazione FS) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Pistoia, Pistoia (Stazione FS). ATMs are available at Pistoia, Pistoia (Stazione FS).
Ticket office support is available at Pistoia, Pistoia (Stazione FS).
Available at Pistoia, Pistoia (Stazione FS): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pistoia, Pistoia (Stazione FS): Station is accessible for persons with disabilities.
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.
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