- 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
$15
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pistoia to Siena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pistoia to Siena will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 3 trains that leave Pistoia for Siena on Wed, Aug 05, 3 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 76 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 27 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.






Trains from Pistoia to Siena run on average 22 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 but you can travel from only $12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 47 miles (76 km) distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 47 miles (76 km) |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 9:40 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 7 days |
The table below shows live departures for Pistoia to Siena 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18475 · Regionale Veloce 4043 · Regionale 18851 | 3:42 PM Pistoia station | 2h33 | 6:15 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18161 · Regionale 18683 · Regionale 18223 | 4:11 PM Pistoia Ovest | 2h29 | 6:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18683 · Regionale 18223 | 4:22 PM Pistoia station | 2h18 | 6:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 34111 · Regionale 18305 · Regionale 19051 | 4:43 PM Pistoia station | 2h33 | 7:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18687 · Regionale 18225 | 5:22 PM Pistoia station | 2h16 | 7:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 34115 · Regionale Veloce 4047 · Regionale 19053 | 5:43 PM Pistoia station | 2h33 | 8:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18689 · Regionale 18227 | 6:22 PM Pistoia station | 2h18 | 8:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 34117 · Regionale Veloce 4051 · Regionale 19055 | 6:43 PM Pistoia station | 2h33 | 9:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18163 · Regionale 34119 · Regionale 18233 | 7:19 PM Pistoia Ovest | 3h57 | 11:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18691 · Regionale 18229 | 7:22 PM Pistoia station | 2h17 | 9:39 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 34119 · Regionale 18323 · Regionale 19057 | 7:43 PM Pistoia station | 2h33 | 10:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34121 · Regionale 18233 | 8:42 PM Pistoia station | 2h34 | 11:16 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 6:30 AM Pistoia | 2h07 | 8:37 AM Siena | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 Pistoia 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 Pistoia to Siena trains use the Pistoia to Siena station pair. Use this guide to compare Pistoia and Siena 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.
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.
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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