- Must visit
Museo Civico di Siena
The city museum inside Palazzo Pubblico, best known for Ambrogio Lorenzetti’s fresco cycle Allegory of Good and Bad Government. Essential for understanding Siena’s civic history and medieval art.
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 49 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Perugia to Siena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Perugia to Siena will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
It's difficult to get from Perugia to Siena without transferring at least 2 times.
Regionale 7518 · Regionale 18721 · Regionale 19092
Regionale Veloce 4082 · Regionale Veloce 4121 · Regionale 19098
Regionale Veloce 4082 · Regionale 18849 · Regionale 19094
Regionale 7502 · Regionale 18745 · Regionale 19080
Regionale Veloce 4080 · Regionale Veloce 4107 · Regionale 18852
FRECCIAROSSA 9300+
Regionale Veloce 4097 · Regionale Veloce 19070
Regionale 7508 · Regionale 18711 · Regionale 19084
Regionale Veloce 4076 · Regionale 4105 · Regionale 19086
Regionale Veloce 4076 · Regionale 4105 · Regionale 19086
Regionale 7508 · Regionale 18711 · Regionale 19084Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Perugia to Siena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 55 miles (89 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Perugia to Siena:
A bus is $8 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Perugia to Siena costing on average $19 (€16).
Other travel options to Siena take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 54m.
Tickets start at around $19 (€16) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $3 (€3). The journey takes 2h 54m versus 1h 21m 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 Perugia to Siena trains for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9300+ Regionale Veloce 4097 · Regionale Veloce 19070 | 5:24 AM Perugia station | 2h32 | 7:56 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9300+ Regionale 18203 | 5:24 AM Perugia station | 4h14 | 9:38 AM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4070 · Regionale 18205 | 6:15 AM Perugia station | 4h25 | 10:40 AM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4070 · Regionale Veloce 4099 · Regionale 19076 | 6:15 AM Perugia station | 4h12 | 10:27 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale 18205 | 6:37 AM Perugia station | 4h03 | 10:40 AM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 4017 · Regionale 19037 | 6:37 AM Perugia station | 3h39 | 10:16 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 7498 · Regionale Veloce 4094 · Regionale 18207 | 7:18 AM Perugia station | 4h22 | 11:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 7498 · Regionale Veloce 4094 · Regionale 18207 | 7:21 AM Perugia Università | 4h19 | 11:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 7498 · Regionale 18745 · Regionale 19080 | 7:25 AM Perugia Capitini | 4h36 | 12:01 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 7498 · Regionale Veloce 4094 · Regionale 18207 | 7:25 AM Perugia Capitini | 4h15 | 11:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 7502 · Regionale 18745 · Regionale 19080 | 8:04 AM Perugia station | 3h57 | 12:01 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 7502 · Regionale 18745 · Regionale 19080 | 8:07 AM Perugia Università | 3h54 | 12:01 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 7502 · Regionale 18745 · Regionale 19080 | 8:11 AM Perugia Capitini | 3h50 | 12:01 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 7504 · Regionale Veloce 4090 · Regionale 18211 | 9:05 AM Perugia Capitini | 4h35 | 1:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4090 · Regionale 18211 | 9:50 AM Perugia station | 3h50 | 1:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4090 · Regionale 18211 | 9:54 AM Perugia Università | 3h46 | 1:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4074 · Regionale 18217 | 11:44 AM Perugia station | 3h53 | 3:37 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 7508 · Regionale 18711 · Regionale 19084 | 12:27 PM Perugia station | 2h55 | 3:22 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 7508 · Regionale 18711 · Regionale 19084 | 12:31 PM Perugia Università | 2h51 | 3:22 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 7517 · Regionale Veloce 4076 · Regionale 18221 | 1:06 PM Perugia Capitini | 4h32 | 5:38 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4076 · Regionale 18221 | 1:41 PM Perugia station | 3h57 | 5:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4076 · Regionale Veloce 4105 · Regionale 19086 | 1:41 PM Perugia station | 2h55 | 4:36 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4076 · Regionale Veloce 4105 · Regionale 19086 | 1:44 PM Perugia Università | 2h52 | 4:36 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4076 · Regionale 18221 | 1:44 PM Perugia Università | 3h54 | 5:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4077 · Regionale Veloce 4080 · Regionale 18225 | 2:15 PM Perugia Capitini | 5h23 | 7:38 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4080 · Regionale Veloce 4107 · Regionale 18852 | 3:36 PM Perugia station | 3h05 | 6:41 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4080 · Regionale 18225 | 3:36 PM Perugia station | 4h02 | 7:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4080 · Regionale Veloce 4107 · Regionale 18852 | 3:39 PM Perugia Università | 3h02 | 6:41 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4080 · Regionale 18225 | 3:39 PM Perugia Università | 3h59 | 7:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 7518 · Regionale 18721 · Regionale 19092 | 4:23 PM Perugia station | 3h43 | 8:06 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 7518 · Regionale 18721 · Regionale 19092 | 4:28 PM Perugia Università | 3h38 | 8:06 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4082 · Regionale 18849 · Regionale 19094 | 5:44 PM Perugia station | 3h41 | 9:25 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4082 · Regionale 18229 | 5:44 PM Perugia station | 3h55 | 9:39 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4082 · Regionale 18849 · Regionale 19094 | 5:47 PM Perugia Università | 3h38 | 9:25 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4082 · Regionale Veloce 4121 · Regionale 19098 | 5:47 PM Perugia Università | 5h30 | 11:17 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4082 · Regionale 18229 | 5:47 PM Perugia Università | 3h52 | 9:39 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4084 · Regionale Veloce 4111 · Regionale 19098 | 7:42 PM Perugia station | 3h35 | 11:17 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Perugia to Siena run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (89 km) distance in 3h 38m.
Distance 55 miles (89 km) |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 29 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 8:23 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Siena — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Siena trip today.
The city museum inside Palazzo Pubblico, best known for Ambrogio Lorenzetti’s fresco cycle Allegory of Good and Bad Government. Essential for understanding Siena’s civic history and medieval art.
A vast former hospital turned museum complex with archaeological collections, frescoed halls, and major temporary exhibitions. One of Siena’s richest cultural sites and a local favorite beyond the Duo
The cathedral museum preserves original sculptures, stained glass, and masterpieces linked to Siena Cathedral. It is part of the Duomo complex and one of the city’s most rewarding art visits.
Siena’s shell-shaped main square is one of Italy’s greatest urban spaces and the home of the Palio. It is the city’s social heart and the first place most visitors should experience.
The cathedral square concentrates some of Siena’s most important monuments and dramatic architectural views. It is one of the city’s most photogenic areas.
One of Siena’s most elegant historic streets, lined with noble buildings, shops, and architectural details. It is ideal for slow walking between major sights.
Thick hand-rolled Tuscan pasta served with a garlicky tomato sauce made with aglione, a traditional local garlic variety.
A rustic Tuscan bread and tomato soup with olive oil and basil, closely associated with the Siena area and home cooking traditions.
A hearty Tuscan vegetable and bread soup, often made with beans and cavolo nero, traditional in Siena and across Tuscany.
Well-known traditional restaurant in a historic cellar setting, famous for Tuscan classics, pici, and warm atmospheric dining.
Established refined osteria near Piazza del Campo, known for elegant Tuscan cuisine, seasonal ingredients, and a polished intimate atmosphere.
Historic casual trattoria close to Piazza del Campo, appreciated for hearty Sienese dishes, generous portions, and classic local character.
Moderate by Italian standards. Cafes and simple meals are affordable, while tourist-center dining and hotels cost more.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes or 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxis.
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Siena Railway Station, Siena -> Piazza del Campo, Siena
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Perugia 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 Perugia to Siena trains use the Perugia to Siena station pair. Use this guide to compare Perugia and Siena train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Perugia is 1 km from Perugia city centre. Public transport options include:
Perugia 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 La Taverna, Osteria A Priori
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Perugia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Perugia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Perugia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Perugia: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Perugia: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sangallo Palace Hotel, Hotel Giò Wine e Jazz Area, Hotel Fortuna.
Perugia Universita' is 2 km from Perugia city centre. Public transport options include:
Perugia Universita' 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: Osteria a Priori, La Taverna
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Perugia Universita'. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Perugia Universita'. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Perugia Universita': Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Perugia Universita': Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Perugia Universita': Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Sina Brufani, Hotel Fortuna, Sangallo Palace Hotel.
Perugia Capitini is 2 km from Perugia city centre. Public transport options include:
Perugia Capitini has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Perugia Capitini.
ATMs are available at Perugia Capitini.
Available at Perugia Capitini: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Perugia Capitini.
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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