- Must visit
Casa natale di Gabriele d'Annunzio
Important house museum where Gabriele d'Annunzio was born; essential for literature lovers and local history.
Cheapest price
€46
Average price
€73
Fastest journey
5 h 48 m
Average duration
5 h 53 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pistoia to Pescara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pistoia to Pescara will cost around €73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €46.
Of the 2 trains that leave Pistoia for Pescara 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 trains cover the 314 km distance in an average of 5 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 48 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 5 h 58 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pistoia to Pescara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a train costs an average of €36.
Distance: 195 miles (314 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€50 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest | €89 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m 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 Pistoia to Pescara:
A bus is €16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pistoia to Pescara costing on average €50.
Other travel options to Pescara take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 19m.
Tickets start at around €50 compared to roughly €89 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €39. The journey takes 4h 54m versus 4h 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.
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 Pistoia to Pescara trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:42 PM Pistoia | 7h22 | 3:04 AM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Pistoia to Pescara run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €32 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:08, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 195 miles (314 km) distance in 5h 31m.
Distance 195 miles (314 km) |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 5h 31m |
First train 1:08 AM |
Last train 10:13 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Important house museum where Gabriele d'Annunzio was born; essential for literature lovers and local history.
Museum on the people, traditions, and crafts of Abruzzo, with engaging displays inside the old Bourbon complex.
Art venue dedicated to painter Basilio Cascella, showing works tied to Abruzzo identity and family creativity.
Long seafront promenade ideal for walking, cycling, and beach views; one of the city's most popular public spaces.
Historic old-town area with museums, churches, and traces of ancient Pescara, best explored on foot.
Modern riverside bridge and walkway offering panoramic views over the river mouth, marina, and Adriatic coast.
Brodetto alla Pescarese is a rich Adriatic fish stew simmered with tomato, garlic and peppers, reflecting Pescara’s strong seafaring cooking traditions.
Arrosticini are skewers of grilled sheep meat, a signature of Abruzzo, prized for their smoky flavor and central role in local social meals.
Spaghetti Alla Chitarra are square-cut egg pasta strands, traditionally made with a chitarra tool and often served with hearty Abruzzese ragù.
Established seafood restaurant known for refined Adriatic fish dishes and a polished yet relaxed setting near central Pescara.
Well-known traditional spot appreciated for Abruzzese classics, including arrosticini and homemade pasta, in a warm casual atmosphere.
Reliable local seafood venue with strong reputation for fresh catch, pasta alle vongole and classic coastal cooking in an unfussy setting.
Moderate for Italy. Hotels often cost less than Rome or Florence, while dining, beach snacks, and local transit stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes only if service was table-based.
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Pescara Aeroporto -> Pescara Centrale, Pescara
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pistoia to Pescara 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 Pescara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Pistoia to Pescara trains use the Pistoia to Pescara Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Pescara. Use this guide to compare Pistoia and Pescara train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Pescara Centrale 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 Barcaccia, Trattoria del Mare
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pescara Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pescara Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pescara Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pescara Centrale: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pescara Centrale: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Carlton, B&B Hotel Pescara, Hotel Ambra Palace.
Pescara is 1 km from Pescara city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Pescara has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pescara.
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