- Must visit
Doge's Palace
Gothic palace museum of the former Venetian Republic, known for grand state rooms, prisons, and the Bridge of Sighs. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
51
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pistoia to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pistoia to Venice will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
It's difficult to get from Pistoia to Venice without transferring at least once.
Regionale 18150 · Regionale TTPER 17660 · Regionale Veloce 3970
Regionale 18160 · Regionale TTPER 17708 · Regionale Veloce 3992
Regionale 18154 · Regionale TTPER 17724 · Regionale Veloce 3978
Regionale 18156 · Regionale TTPER 17730 · Regionale Veloce 3984
Regionale 18158 · Regionale TTPER 17734 · Regionale Veloce 3988
Regionale 18675+
Intercity 588
Regionale 18525+
FRECCIAROSSA 9428
Regionale 18505+
FRECCIAROSSA 9406
Regionale 18517+
FRECCIAROSSA 9422
Regionale 18513+
FRECCIAROSSA 9416Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pistoia to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a bus costs an average of $9.
Distance: 125 miles (202 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Pistoia to Venice:
A train is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Pistoia to Venice costing on average $33 (€27).
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 9m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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 Italo.
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 Venice trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:24 AM Pistoia | 5h43 | 4:07 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:22 PM Pistoia | 2h54 | 3:16 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:22 PM Pistoia | 3h14 | 7:36 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:25 PM Pistoia | 5h42 | 10:07 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
Regionale 18651 · Regionale 17804 · Regionale Veloce 3966 | 5:20 AM Pistoia station | 5h00 | 10:20 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18653+ FRECCIAROSSA 9400 | 5:52 AM Pistoia station | 3h42 | 9:34 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18150 · Regionale TTPER 17660+ FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 5:59 AM Pistoia station | 4h35 | 10:34 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18150 · Regionale TTPER 17660 · Regionale Veloce 3970 | 5:59 AM Pistoia station | 5h08 | 11:07 AM Venice Mestre | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18150 · Regionale TTPER 17660 · Regionale Veloce 3970 | 5:59 AM Pistoia station | 5h21 | 11:20 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18150 · Regionale TTPER 17660 · Regionale Veloce 3970 | 6:03 AM Pistoia Ovest | 5h04 | 11:07 AM Venice Mestre | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18150 · Regionale TTPER 17660+ FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 6:03 AM Pistoia Ovest | 4h31 | 10:34 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18150 · Regionale TTPER 17660 · Regionale Veloce 3970 | 6:03 AM Pistoia Ovest | 5h17 | 11:20 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18463+ Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3972 | 7:50 AM Pistoia station | 4h30 | 12:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18153 · Regionale 18505+ FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 8:01 AM Pistoia Ovest | 3h33 | 11:34 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18505+ FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 8:13 AM Pistoia station | 3h21 | 11:34 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18507+ FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 9:13 AM Pistoia station | 3h21 | 12:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18154 · Regionale TTPER 17724 · Regionale Veloce 3974 | 9:21 AM Pistoia station | 4h46 | 2:07 PM Venice Mestre | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18154 · Regionale TTPER 17724 · Regionale Veloce 3978 | 9:25 AM Pistoia Ovest | 5h42 | 3:07 PM Venice Mestre | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18154 · Regionale TTPER 17724 · Regionale Veloce 3974 | 9:25 AM Pistoia Ovest | 4h55 | 2:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18509 · Regionale 17820 · Regionale Veloce 3974 | 10:13 AM Pistoia station | 3h54 | 2:07 PM Venice Mestre | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18509 · Regionale 17820 · Regionale Veloce 3974 | 10:13 AM Pistoia station | 4h07 | 2:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18513+ FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 11:13 AM Pistoia station | 3h21 | 2:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18157 · Regionale 18471+ Intercity 588 | 11:13 AM Pistoia Ovest | 5h03 | 4:16 PM Venice Mestre | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Pistoia to Venice run on average 47 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 125 miles (202 km) distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 125 miles (202 km) |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€17) |
Trains per day 47 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 10:17 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Venice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Venice trip today.
Gothic palace museum of the former Venetian Republic, known for grand state rooms, prisons, and the Bridge of Sighs. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Venice's premier art museum, with major Venetian masters including Bellini, Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese.
Influential modern art museum on the Grand Canal, featuring Picasso, Pollock, Dalí, and a sculpture garden in Peggy Guggenheim's former home.
Venice's ceremonial heart, surrounded by major monuments and one of the city's essential first stops.
Venice's main waterway, lined with palaces and best experienced from bridges, vaporetti, or waterside walks.
Historic market district by the Rialto, lively in the morning and ideal for experiencing everyday Venetian atmosphere.
A classic Venetian cicchetto of fried sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, pine nuts, and raisins, showing the city’s historic taste for sweet-sour flavors.
Creamed salt cod whipped with olive oil into a soft spread, traditionally served on bread or grilled polenta, and one of Venice’s signature bar snacks.
Venetian risotto colored and flavored with cuttlefish ink, prized for its deep briny taste and striking black color.
Small, acclaimed seafood osteria near San Marco, known for market-fresh fish, refined cooking, and an intimate atmosphere.
Classic Burano trattoria famous for lagoon fish and risotto, offering a polished but traditional dining experience.
One of Venice’s oldest bacari, celebrated for cicchetti, wine, and a standing-room atmosphere full of local tradition.
Venice is pricier than many Italian cities, especially for hotels, tourist dining, and drinks near major sights.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Small change for cafes is enough.
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