- Must visit
Museo Civico
Siena’s main civic museum displays Lorenzetti’s frescoes and superb medieval art inside the historic town hall. It is essential for understanding the city.
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Trains per day
52
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ancona to Siena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ancona to Siena will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
It's difficult to get from Ancona to Siena without transferring at least 2 times.
Regionale Veloce 3904 · Regionale 94452 · Regionale 18209
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Regionale 94454 · Regionale 18207
Regionale Veloce 4153 · Regionale 18720 · Regionale 19086
Regionale Veloce 4155 · Regionale Veloce 4106 · Regionale 19094
Regionale Veloce 4151 · Regionale Veloce 4094 · Regionale 19076
FRECCIAROSSA 8804 · FRECCIAROSSA 8513+
Regionale 18207
FRECCIAROSSA 8804+
8903+
Regionale 18207
FRECCIAROSSA 8802 · FRECCIAROSSA 8505+
Regionale 18205
FRECCIAROSSA 8804+
8953+
Regionale 18207
FRECCIAROSSA 8804+
9917+
Regionale 18207Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ancona to Siena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $38, and a bus costs an average of $24.
Distance: 110 miles (178 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ancona to Siena:
A train is $6 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ancona to Siena costing on average $46 (€37).
Other travel options to Siena take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 27m.
Tickets start at around $41 (€33) compared to roughly $53 (€42) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $12 (€9). The journey takes 4h 27m versus 2h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Ancona to Siena trains for tomorrow, Saturday, August 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 4151 · Regionale Veloce 4094 · Regionale 19076 | 3:33 AM Ancona station | 6h54 | 10:27 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Regionale 94454 · Regionale 18207 | 4:45 AM Ancona station | 6h55 | 11:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902+ 8951+ Regionale 18205 | 4:45 AM Ancona station | 5h55 | 10:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902+ 9907+ Regionale 18205 | 4:45 AM Ancona station | 5h55 | 10:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902+ 8903+ Regionale 18207 | 4:45 AM Ancona station | 6h55 | 11:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8802+ 8951+ Regionale 18207 | 5:20 AM Ancona station | 6h20 | 11:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8802 · FRECCIAROSSA 8505+ Regionale 18205 | 5:20 AM Ancona station | 5h20 | 10:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8802+ 8951+ Regionale 18205 | 5:20 AM Ancona station | 5h20 | 10:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8802+ 9907+ Regionale 18205 | 5:20 AM Ancona station | 5h20 | 10:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3904 · Regionale 94452 · Regionale 18209 | 5:45 AM Ancona station | 6h53 | 12:38 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3904+ 8953+ Regionale 18207 | 5:45 AM Ancona station | 5h55 | 11:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3904+ 9917+ Regionale 18207 | 5:45 AM Ancona station | 5h55 | 11:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3904+ 8903+ Regionale 18207 | 5:45 AM Ancona station | 5h55 | 11:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8804 · FRECCIAROSSA 8513+ Regionale 18207 | 6:20 AM Ancona station | 5h20 | 11:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8804+ 8903+ Regionale 18207 | 6:20 AM Ancona station | 5h20 | 11:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8804+ 8953+ Regionale 18207 | 6:20 AM Ancona station | 5h20 | 11:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8804+ 9917+ Regionale 18207 | 6:20 AM Ancona station | 5h20 | 11:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3906+ 8905+ Regionale 18211 | 6:45 AM Ancona station | 6h55 | 1:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3906+ 8905+ Regionale 18209 | 6:45 AM Ancona station | 5h53 | 12:38 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3906+ 8947+ Regionale 18209 | 6:45 AM Ancona station | 5h53 | 12:38 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3908+ 8907+ Regionale 18211 | 7:45 AM Ancona station | 5h55 | 1:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3908+ 8902+ Regionale 18215 | 7:45 AM Ancona station | 6h55 | 2:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3908+ 9923+ Regionale 18211 | 7:45 AM Ancona station | 5h55 | 1:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 1774+ 8902+ Regionale 18217 | 8:15 AM Ancona station | 7h22 | 3:37 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 1774+ 8902+ Regionale 18215 | 8:15 AM Ancona station | 6h25 | 2:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 1774+ FRECCIAROSSA 9311+ Regionale 18211 | 8:15 AM Ancona station | 5h25 | 1:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 1774+ 9927+ Regionale 18215 | 8:15 AM Ancona station | 6h25 | 2:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910+ 8902+ Regionale 18215 | 8:45 AM Ancona station | 5h55 | 2:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910+ 8902+ Regionale 18217 | 8:45 AM Ancona station | 6h52 | 3:37 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910+ 9927+ Regionale 18215 | 8:45 AM Ancona station | 5h55 | 2:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4153 · Regionale 18720 · Regionale 19086 | 9:05 AM Ancona station | 7h31 | 4:36 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914+ 9935+ Regionale 18219 | 10:45 AM Ancona station | 5h55 | 4:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914+ 8913+ Regionale 18221 | 10:45 AM Ancona station | 6h53 | 5:38 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914+ 8929+ Regionale 18219 | 10:45 AM Ancona station | 5h55 | 4:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916+ 8913+ Regionale 18221 | 11:45 AM Ancona station | 5h53 | 5:38 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916+ 9939+ Regionale 18221 | 11:45 AM Ancona station | 5h53 | 5:38 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916+ 8959+ Regionale 18221 | 11:45 AM Ancona station | 5h53 | 5:38 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918+ 8143+ Regionale 18225 | 12:45 PM Ancona station | 6h53 | 7:38 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918+ 8915+ Regionale 18223 | 12:45 PM Ancona station | 5h55 | 6:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918+ Intercity 597+ Regionale 18225 | 12:45 PM Ancona station | 6h53 | 7:38 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918+ 8143+ Regionale 18223 | 12:45 PM Ancona station | 5h55 | 6:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Ancona to Siena run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:06, the last at 20:45. The fastest train covers the 110 miles (178 km) distance in 6h 31m.
Distance 110 miles (178 km) |
Average train duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 6h 31m |
First train 3:06 AM |
Last train 8:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Siena — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Siena trip today.
Siena’s main civic museum displays Lorenzetti’s frescoes and superb medieval art inside the historic town hall. It is essential for understanding the city.
This major museum complex occupies a former hospital and combines archaeology, frescoes, chapels, and underground spaces in a memorable setting.
The cathedral museum preserves sculptures, stained glass, and treasures from the Duomo complex, including close views of masterpieces and architecture.
Siena’s iconic shell-shaped square is the social and visual heart of the city, perfect for architecture, people-watching, and understanding the Palio.
This broad square in front of the cathedral frames some of Siena’s finest Gothic monuments and is a natural stop on any walking route.
The city’s main pedestrian street links major sights with shops and noble facades. It is ideal for a first walk through Siena’s historic core.
Thick rustic soup of bread, beans, cavolo nero and vegetables. A Tuscan staple in Siena, prized for peasant roots and deep, comforting flavor.
Dense vegetable and bread soup made with beans, tomato, onion, celery and stale bread. Traditional cucina povera, often linked to Sienese home cooking.
Hand-rolled thick spaghetti, usually served with rich garlic-forward tomato sauce or duck ragù. A classic Tuscan pasta common in Siena trattorie.
Popular central trattoria focused on pici, ribollita and other regional staples, offering a casual atmosphere near major sights.
Well-known osteria for classic Tuscan and Sienese dishes, with a cozy brick interior and strong local wine selection.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant near Piazza del Campo, known for refined Tuscan tasting menus and polished historic atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: lodging and dining cost more than small towns, but transit is limited and many sights are walkable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; taxis are usually rounded up; cafés need no tip.
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Siena Railway Station -> Piazza del Campo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ancona to Siena 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 Siena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ancona to Siena trains use the Ancona to Siena station pair. Use this guide to compare Ancona and Siena train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ancona is 1 km from Ancona city centre. Public transport options include:
Ancona 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: Little Italy, Trattoria da Nordio
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ancona. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ancona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ancona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ancona: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ancona: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Ancona, Grand Hotel Palace, SeePort Hotel.
Siena is 1 km from Siena city centre. Public transport options include:
Siena has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Vinaio, Osteria Le Logge
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Siena. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is available at Siena. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Siena: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Siena: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Siena: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Italia, NH Siena, Hotel Minerva.
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