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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Pistoia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Pistoia will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
It's difficult to get from Bologna to Pistoia without transferring at least once.
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Trains from Bologna to Pistoia run on average 128 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 128 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 12:26 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bologna to Pistoia.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Pistoia trains for today, Friday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:16 PM Bologna | 1h26 | 2:42 PM Pistoia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:16 PM Bologna | 1h26 | 3:42 PM Pistoia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:16 PM Bologna | 2h54 | 12:10 AM Pistoia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Regionale TTPER 17729 · Regionale 18151 | 5:15 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h25 | 7:40 AM Pistoia Ovest | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17729 · Regionale 18151 | 5:15 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h30 | 7:45 AM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17729 · Regionale 18151 | 5:22 AM Bologna Borgo Panigale | 2h23 | 7:45 AM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17729 · Regionale 18151 | 5:22 AM Bologna Borgo Panigale | 2h18 | 7:40 AM Pistoia Ovest | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17801 · Autobus FI10H | 5:35 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 7:50 AM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17801 · Autobus FI10H · Regionale 18152 | 5:35 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h51 | 8:26 AM Pistoia Ovest | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17801 · Autobus FI12H | 5:46 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2h34 | 8:20 AM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17803 · Autobus FI12H | 6:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 8:20 AM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17807 · Autobus FI14H | 6:35 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 8:50 AM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17807 · Autobus FI16H | 6:46 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2h34 | 9:20 AM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
9907+ Regionale 34082 · Autobus FI18H | 6:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h53 | 9:50 AM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
9907+ Regionale 34106 · Autobus FI22H | 6:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h53 | 10:50 AM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
9907+ Regionale 34092 · Autobus FI20H | 6:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h23 | 10:20 AM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 17809 · Autobus FI16H | 7:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 9:20 AM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
8111+ Regionale 32982 · Autobus FI26H | 7:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h53 | 11:50 AM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
8111+ Regionale 34142 · Autobus FI24H | 7:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h23 | 11:20 AM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
8111+ Regionale 34106 · Autobus FI22H | 7:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h53 | 10:50 AM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17813 · Autobus FI20H | 8:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 10:20 AM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17813 · Autobus FI24H | 8:16 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 3h04 | 11:20 AM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
8951+ Regionale 34144 · Autobus FI32H | 8:17 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h03 | 1:20 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 17741 · Regionale 18155 | 8:17 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 10:29 AM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
8951+ Regionale 32982 · Autobus FI26H | 8:17 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h33 | 11:50 AM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 17741 · Regionale 18155 | 8:17 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h06 | 10:23 AM Pistoia Ovest | 1 transfer | |
8951+ Regionale 34142 · Autobus FI24H | 8:17 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h03 | 11:20 AM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 17741 · Regionale 18155 | 8:24 AM Bologna Borgo Panigale | 2h05 | 10:29 AM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
8903+ Regionale 34144 · Autobus FI32H | 8:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h38 | 1:20 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
8903+ Regionale 34142 · Autobus FI24H | 8:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h38 | 11:20 AM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
8903+ Regionale 32982 · Autobus FI26H | 8:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h08 | 11:50 AM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 583+ Autobus FI22H | 8:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h56 | 10:50 AM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
9917+ Regionale 32982 · Autobus FI26H | 8:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h53 | 11:50 AM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
9917+ Regionale 34144 · Autobus FI32H | 8:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h23 | 1:20 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
9917+ Regionale 34120 · Autobus FI88H | 8:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h38 | 1:35 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17817 · Autobus FI24H | 9:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 11:20 AM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17817 · Autobus FI24H · Regionale 18156 | 9:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h18 | 12:23 PM Pistoia Ovest | 2 transfers | |
8953+ Regionale 34120 · Autobus FI88H | 9:17 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h18 | 1:35 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
8953+ Regionale 32982 · Autobus FI26H | 9:17 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h33 | 11:50 AM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
8953+ Regionale 34144 · Autobus FI32H | 9:17 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h03 | 1:20 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Regionale 32982 · Autobus FI26H | 9:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 11:50 AM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
9919+ Regionale 34120 · Autobus FI88H | 9:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h38 | 1:35 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
9919+ Regionale 34136 · Autobus FI90H | 9:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h08 | 2:05 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
9919+ Regionale 34144 · Autobus FI32H | 9:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h23 | 1:20 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17819 · Autobus FI28H | 10:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 12:20 PM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
8907+ Regionale 34120 · Autobus FI88H | 10:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h53 | 1:35 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
8907+ Regionale 34144 · Autobus FI32H | 10:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h38 | 1:20 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
8907+ Regionale 34136 · Autobus FI90H | 10:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h23 | 2:05 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8503+ Regionale 34132 · Autobus FI32H | 10:47 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h33 | 1:20 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
9923+ Regionale 32966 · Autobus FI36H | 10:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h23 | 2:20 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
9923+ Regionale 34120 · Autobus FI88H | 10:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h38 | 1:35 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
9923+ Regionale 34136 · Autobus FI90H | 10:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h08 | 2:05 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9311+ Regionale 34120 · Autobus FI88H | 11:12 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 1:35 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 17753 · Regionale 18159 | 11:17 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h57 | 2:14 PM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17753 · Regionale 18159 | 11:17 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h50 | 2:07 PM Pistoia Ovest | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17753 · Regionale 18159 | 11:24 AM Bologna Borgo Panigale | 2h50 | 2:14 PM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9527+ Regionale 34136 · Autobus FI90H | 11:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h38 | 2:05 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
8902+ Regionale 32966 · Autobus FI36H | 11:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h38 | 2:20 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
8902+ Regionale 34140 · Autobus FI94H | 11:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h23 | 3:05 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
8902+ Regionale 34098 · Autobus FI92H | 11:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h53 | 2:35 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
9927+ Regionale 34140 · Autobus FI94H | 11:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h08 | 3:05 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
9927+ Regionale 34098 · Autobus FI92H | 11:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h38 | 2:35 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
9927+ Regionale 32986 · Autobus FI40H | 11:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h23 | 3:20 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17825 · Autobus FI36H | 12:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 2:20 PM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17825 · Autobus FI40H | 12:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 3h04 | 3:20 PM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 34140 · Autobus FI94H | 12:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h38 | 3:05 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
9931+ Regionale 34078 · Autobus FI42H | 12:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h53 | 3:50 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
9931+ Regionale 32458 · Autobus FI44H | 12:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h23 | 4:20 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
9931+ Regionale 34084 · Autobus FI46H | 12:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h53 | 4:50 PM Pistoia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 17827 · Autobus FI40H | 1:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 3:20 PM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17761 · Regionale 18161 | 1:17 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h53 | 4:10 PM Pistoia Ovest | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17761 · Regionale 18161 | 1:17 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h57 | 4:14 PM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17761 · Regionale 18161 | 1:24 PM Bologna Borgo Panigale | 2h50 | 4:14 PM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 584+ Autobus FI42H | 1:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h24 | 3:50 PM Pistoia station | 1 transfer | |
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Main civic museum inside Palazzo Comunale, with paintings, sculptures, and objects that trace Pistoia’s artistic and political history.
Museum in the former bishop’s palace with sacred art, manuscripts, and access to key monuments on Piazza del Duomo.
Contemporary art venue and collection created by Fondazione Caript, known for strong modern exhibitions in a restored historic building.
Pistoia’s monumental main square, surrounded by the cathedral, baptistery, and civic palaces; the essential starting point for any visit.
Lively historic square lined with arcades and markets, ideal for experiencing local daily life in one of the city’s oldest urban spaces.
Atmospheric square by Sant'Andrea church, appreciated for medieval character, quieter pace, and excellent architectural views.
Tuscan bread soup with cannellini beans, kale and vegetables. A frugal peasant classic widely eaten in Pistoia and valued for its deep, comforting flavor.
Thick hand-cut noodle soup in rich beef broth, often served at holidays. It is a traditional Pistoiese first course with handmade pasta.
Slow-cooked tripe in tomato sauce with herbs and Parmigiano. This rustic Tuscan specialty is common in local trattorie and street-food counters.
Historic central restaurant known for refined Tuscan cooking, seasonal ingredients and an elegant but welcoming dining room.
Well-regarded Tuscan trattoria serving local classics, grilled meats and handmade pasta in a warm traditional setting.
Established casual spot appreciated for pizza, Tuscan dishes and a lively local atmosphere near the historic center.
Moderate for Tuscany: lodging and dining cost less than Florence, while local transit and coffee stay fairly affordable for tourists.
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Pistoia 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 Pistoia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Pistoia trains use the Bologna Centrale to Pistoia station pair, with some services arriving at Pistoia Ovest. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Pistoia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Centrale: Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Bologna San Ruffillo is 4 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna San Ruffillo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bologna San Ruffillo.
Available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include San Ruffillo House, Hotel Il Guercino, Hotel Porta San Mamolo.
Bologna, Aeroporto is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Aeroporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple options on site
Free wifi throughout the station. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto.
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Fully accessible for disabled individuals.
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.
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