The cheapest and fastest buses from Pistoia to Bologna
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pistoia to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pistoia to Bologna will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 2 buses that leave Pistoia for Bologna on Sat, Mar 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 7 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Pistoia to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pistoia to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 19m. 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 €6, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 71 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€9 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price |
2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Pistoia to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Pistoia to Bologna buses for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:35 PM Pistoia | 1h30 | 9:05 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
![]() | 4:43 PM Pistoia | 2h07 | 6:50 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Pistoia to Bologna buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Marino Autolinee?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Marino Autolinee, but also compare tickets for the likes of Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali or Blubus to find the best option for your trip from Pistoia to Bologna.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Pistoia to Bologna
Buses from Pistoia to Bologna run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:26, the last at 23:54. The fastest bus covers the 71 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 71 km |
Average bus duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 00:26 |
Last bus 23:54 |
Bus providers: Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali, Blubus from Pistoia to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Pistoia to Bologna with Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali, Blubus for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Marino Autolinee
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Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali
Blubus
FAQs: Bus from Pistoia to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pistoia to Bologna by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Pistoia to Bologna
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
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