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Compare train and bus for Siena to Pistoia
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Siena to Pistoia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of CHF 13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of CHF 13, while a bus costs an average of CHF 26.
Distance: 47 miles (76 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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CHF 13 Average price Cheapest | CHF 26 Average price | CHF 21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Compare the available ways to get from Siena to Pistoia, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Siena to Pistoia:
A train is CHF 13 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Siena to Pistoia costing on average CHF 26.
Other travel options to Pistoia take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 54m.
Tickets start at around CHF 13 compared to roughly CHF 21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF 8. The journey takes 2h 3m versus 1h 13m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Siena to Pistoia
How to get from Siena to Pistoia by train, bus or flight.
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The best way to travel from Siena to Pistoia is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
Regionale 18224 · Regionale 18373 · Regionale 340791:18 PM 4h25 Siena station 5:43 PM Pistoia station CHF 18 1 One-way 2 transfers
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Regionale 18224 · Regionale 18373 · Regionale 340791:18 PM 4h25 Siena station 5:43 PM Pistoia station CHF 18 1 One-way 2 transfers
Fastest
Regionale 18222 · Regionale 18371 · Regionale 3410112:18 PM 3h55 Siena station 4:13 PM Pistoia station CHF 19 1 One-way 2 transfers
Other options
Regionale 18230 · Regionale 18383 · Regionale 341073:18 PM 3h55 Siena station 7:13 PM Pistoia station CHF 19 1 One-way 2 transfers
Regionale 18224 · Regionale 18373 · Regionale 341031:18 PM 3h55 Siena station 5:13 PM Pistoia station CHF 19 1 One-way 2 transfers
Regionale 18236 · Regionale 18389 · Regionale 341196:18 PM 4h55 Siena station 11:13 PM Pistoia station CHF 19 1 One-way 2 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Siena to Pistoia:
A train is CHF 13 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Siena to Pistoia costing on average CHF 26.
Other travel options to Pistoia take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 54m.
- Around 27 trains per day.
- Around 1 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Siena and Pistoia as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) and arrive in Prato, Piazzale Del Museo.
- Trains mostly depart from Siena station and arrive in Pistoia station.
- Travel with Regionale to go to Pistoia by train.
- Travel with Itabus to go to Pistoia by bus.
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