- 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.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
CHF5
Average ticket price on Sep 19
CHF5
Fastest journey on Sep 19
33 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
33 m
Trains on Sep 19
48
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 CHF5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF5.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 48 trains from Florence to Pistoia, including 43 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 33 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.
Regionale 18492
Regionale 18534
Regionale 18666
Regionale 18518
Regionale 18668
Regionale 18534
Regionale 18518
Regionale 18528
Regionale 18530
Regionale 18504Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Pistoia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of CHF5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of CHF5, while a train costs an average of CHF5.
Distance: 20 miles (33 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
CHF5 Average price Cheapest | CHF9 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tickets start at around CHF5 compared to roughly CHF9 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF4. The journey takes 41m versus 38m 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.
Direct services run with Regionale.
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 Florence to Pistoia trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18512 | 12:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h33 | 12:42 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18834 | 12:17 PM Florence Rifredi | 0h51 | 1:08 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18492 | 12:37 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 1:14 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18668 | 12:47 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h51 | 1:38 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18514 | 1:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h33 | 1:42 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18494 | 1:37 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 2:14 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18494 · Regionale 18158 | 1:37 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h46 | 2:23 PM Pistoia Ovest | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18672 | 1:47 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h49 | 2:36 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18518 | 2:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h33 | 2:42 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18472 | 2:38 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 3:15 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18674 | 2:47 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h51 | 3:38 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18520 | 3:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h33 | 3:42 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18842 | 3:17 PM Florence Rifredi | 0h51 | 4:08 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18476 | 3:37 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 4:14 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18676 | 3:47 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h51 | 4:38 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18522 | 4:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h33 | 4:42 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18844 | 4:17 PM Florence Rifredi | 0h51 | 5:08 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18478 · Regionale 18160 | 4:37 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h47 | 5:24 PM Pistoia Ovest | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18478 | 4:37 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 5:14 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18678 | 4:47 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h51 | 5:38 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18524 | 5:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h33 | 5:42 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18480 | 5:37 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 6:14 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18680 | 5:47 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h50 | 6:37 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 18684 | 5:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h32 | 6:25 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18528 | 6:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h33 | 6:42 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18850 | 6:17 PM Florence Rifredi | 0h51 | 7:08 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18482 | 6:37 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 7:14 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18482 · Regionale 18162 | 6:37 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h01 | 7:38 PM Pistoia Ovest | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18686 | 6:47 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h50 | 7:37 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18530 | 7:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h33 | 7:42 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18854 | 7:17 PM Florence Rifredi | 0h50 | 8:07 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18484 | 7:37 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 8:14 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18688 | 7:47 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h51 | 8:38 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18532 | 8:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h33 | 8:42 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18486 | 8:38 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 9:15 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18692 | 8:59 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h52 | 9:51 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18534 | 9:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h33 | 9:42 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18536 | 10:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h35 | 10:44 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
Regionale 18650 | 12:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h47 | 1:12 AM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18500 | 5:00 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 5:39 AM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18488 | 6:03 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h35 | 6:38 AM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18460 | 6:38 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 7:15 AM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18656 | 6:47 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h50 | 7:37 AM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18502 | 7:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h34 | 7:43 AM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18462 · Regionale 18152 | 7:37 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h49 | 8:26 AM Pistoia Ovest | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18462 | 7:37 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 8:14 AM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18826 | 7:44 AM Florence Rifredi | 0h53 | 8:37 AM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18504 | 8:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h33 | 8:42 AM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18466 | 8:37 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:15 AM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18660 | 8:47 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h50 | 9:37 AM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18508 | 9:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h33 | 9:42 AM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18662 | 9:47 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h51 | 10:38 AM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18490 | 11:38 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 12:15 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18490 · Regionale 18156 | 11:38 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h45 | 12:23 PM Pistoia Ovest | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18666 | 11:47 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h51 | 12:38 PM Pistoia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Florence to Pistoia run on average 44 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF5 if you book in advance.
There are 40 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 20 miles (33 km) distance in 27m.
Distance 20 miles (33 km) |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF5 |
Trains per day 44 |
Direct trains 40 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Pistoia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pistoia trip today.
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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Pistoia Railway Station -> Piazza del Duomo, Pistoia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence 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 Florence to Pistoia trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Pistoia station pair, with some services arriving at Pistoia Ovest. Use this guide to compare Florence and Pistoia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella 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: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
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.
Piteccio is 8 km from Pistoia city centre. Public transport options include:
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