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The cheapest and fastest trains from Pistoia to Bologna
Showing times and prices for May 05
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€23
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
61
Distance
71 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train 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 €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Pistoia to Bologna without transferring at least once.
Regionale 18651 · Regionale 178045:20 AM1h51Pistoia station7:11 AMBologna San Ruffillo€101One-way1 transfer- Regionale 18501 · Regionale 178087:09 AM1h16Pistoia station8:25 AMBologna Centrale€101One-way1 transfer
- Regionale 18481 · Regionale 178426:43 PM1h26Pistoia station8:09 PMBologna San Ruffillo€101One-way1 transfer
- Regionale 18162 · Regionale TTPER 177167:30 PM2h13Pistoia Ovest9:43 PMBologna Centrale€101One-way1 transfer
- Regionale 18473 · Regionale 178301:43 PM1h26Pistoia station3:09 PMBologna San Ruffillo€101One-way1 transfer
- Regionale 18501 · Regionale 178087:09 AM1h16Pistoia station8:25 AMBologna Centrale€101One-way1 transfer
- Regionale 18691+
Intercity 5967:22 PM1h20Pistoia station8:42 PMBologna Centrale€161One-way1 transfer - Regionale 18537 · Regionale 1785210:13 PM1h21Pistoia station11:34 PMBologna San Ruffillo€101One-way1 transfer
- Regionale 18655 · Regionale 178066:15 AM1h24Pistoia station7:39 AMBologna San Ruffillo€101One-way1 transfer
- Regionale 18675+Intercity 5881:22 PM1h25Pistoia station2:47 PMBologna Centrale€161One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train 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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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€10 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Pistoia to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Pistoia to Bologna trains for today, Monday, May 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:42 PM Pistoia | 1h27 | 9:09 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, May 5 | |||||
| Regionale 18651 · Regionale 17804 | 5:20 AM Pistoia station | 1h51 | 7:11 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18461+ FRECCIAROSSA 9504 | 5:52 AM Pistoia station | 1h36 | 7:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18150 · Regionale TTPER 17662 | 6:04 AM Pistoia Ovest | 2h39 | 8:43 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18655 · Regionale 17806 | 6:15 AM Pistoia station | 1h24 | 7:39 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18501 · Regionale 17808 | 7:09 AM Pistoia station | 1h16 | 8:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18501 · Regionale 17810 | 7:09 AM Pistoia station | 1h30 | 8:39 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18503+FRECCIAROSSA 8502 | 7:32 AM Pistoia station | 1h41 | 9:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18151 · Regionale 18463+FRECCIAROSSA 9512 | 7:41 AM Pistoia Ovest | 1h52 | 9:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18463+FRECCIAROSSA 9512 | 7:50 AM Pistoia station | 1h43 | 9:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18153 · Regionale 18505+FRECCIAROSSA 9304 | 8:01 AM Pistoia Ovest | 1h47 | 9:48 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18153 · Regionale 18505 · Regionale TTPER 17814 | 8:01 AM Pistoia Ovest | 1h38 | 9:39 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18505 · Regionale TTPER 17814 | 8:13 AM Pistoia station | 1h26 | 9:39 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18505+FRECCIAROSSA 9304 | 8:13 AM Pistoia station | 1h35 | 9:48 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18152 · Regionale TTPER 17670 | 8:27 AM Pistoia Ovest | 2h16 | 10:43 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18465 · Regionale 17816 | 8:43 AM Pistoia station | 1h26 | 10:09 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18507+FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 9:13 AM Pistoia station | 1h45 | 10:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18665+FRECCIAROSSA 8506 | 9:22 AM Pistoia station | 1h51 | 11:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18467+FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 9:42 AM Pistoia station | 1h51 | 11:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18509+FRECCIAROSSA 9308 | 10:13 AM Pistoia station | 1h35 | 11:48 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18155 · Regionale 18489+FRECCIAROSSA 9524 | 10:15 AM Pistoia Ovest | 2h18 | 12:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18669+FRECCIAROSSA 8508 | 10:22 AM Pistoia station | 1h51 | 12:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18489+FRECCIAROSSA 9524 | 10:43 AM Pistoia station | 1h50 | 12:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18511+FRECCIAROSSA 9310 | 11:13 AM Pistoia station | 1h35 | 12:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18671+FRECCIAROSSA 8509 | 11:22 AM Pistoia station | 1h51 | 1:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18156 · Regionale TTPER 17686 | 12:20 PM Pistoia station | 2h13 | 2:33 PM Bologna Borgo Panigale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18673+FRECCIAROSSA 9532 | 12:22 PM Pistoia station | 2h11 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18156 · Regionale TTPER 17686 | 12:24 PM Pistoia Ovest | 2h19 | 2:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18515 · Regionale 17828 | 1:13 PM Pistoia station | 1h26 | 2:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18675+Intercity 588 | 1:22 PM Pistoia station | 1h25 | 2:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18473 · Regionale 17830 | 1:43 PM Pistoia station | 1h26 | 3:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18159 · Regionale 18677+FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 2:08 PM Pistoia Ovest | 2h25 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18159 · Regionale 18677 · Regionale 17834 | 2:08 PM Pistoia Ovest | 2h31 | 4:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18517 · Regionale TTPER 17850 | 2:13 PM Pistoia station | 1h26 | 3:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18158 · Regionale TTPER 17694 | 2:20 PM Pistoia station | 2h13 | 4:33 PM Bologna Borgo Panigale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18158 · Regionale TTPER 17694 | 2:24 PM Pistoia Ovest | 2h19 | 4:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18491+FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 2:43 PM Pistoia station | 1h50 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18519 · Regionale 17834 | 3:13 PM Pistoia station | 1h26 | 4:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18681+Intercity 590 | 3:22 PM Pistoia station | 1h28 | 4:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18475+FRECCIAROSSA 9544 | 3:42 PM Pistoia station | 1h51 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18161 · Regionale 18683+FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 4:11 PM Pistoia Ovest | 2h22 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18161 · Regionale 18683 · Regionale 17838 | 4:11 PM Pistoia Ovest | 2h28 | 6:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18521+FRECCIAROSSA 9320 | 4:13 PM Pistoia station | 1h35 | 5:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18521 · Regionale 17836 | 4:13 PM Pistoia station | 1h26 | 5:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18493+FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 4:43 PM Pistoia station | 1h50 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18525 · Regionale 17838 | 5:13 PM Pistoia station | 1h26 | 6:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18160 · Regionale TTPER 17708 | 5:21 PM Pistoia station | 2h12 | 7:33 PM Bologna Borgo Panigale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18687+FRECCIAROSSA 8524 | 5:22 PM Pistoia station | 1h51 | 7:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18160 · Regionale TTPER 17708 | 5:25 PM Pistoia Ovest | 2h18 | 7:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18497+FRECCIAROSSA 9552 | 5:43 PM Pistoia station | 1h50 | 7:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18689+Intercity 592 | 6:22 PM Pistoia station | 1h34 | 7:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18481 · Regionale 17842 | 6:43 PM Pistoia station | 1h26 | 8:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pistoia to Bologna
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Trains from Pistoia to Bologna run on average 64 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 1h 23m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €6
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 64 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 12:26 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €6
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Italo from Pistoia to Bologna trainsRegionale, Intercity, Italo trains will get you between Pistoia and Bologna from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
About
Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest Price
€9
Regionale frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
Free hand luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service available on some trains with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
Intercity
About
Trenitalia Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Italian national railway company, Trenitalia. It operates throughout the country, with services running from early morning to late evening. The Intercity trains come in two types: the Intercity Plus, which is the fastest and most comfortable, and the Intercity, which is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, power sockets, Wi-Fi, and a bar service. There are several ticket types available, including Standard, Super Economy, and Business. The most popular routes for Trenitalia Intercity are from Rome to Milan, Naples to Florence, and Turin to Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Intercity frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone
Italo
About
Italo is Italy’s private high-speed train service operated by Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori (NTV), connecting major cities such as Rome, Milan, Naples, Florence, Turin, Bologna, and Salerno. Its fleet includes the Italo AGV 575, capable of speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), and the eco-friendly Italo EVO, which reaches up to 150 mph (250 km/h). Passengers can choose from four classes — Smart, Comfort, Prima, and Club Executive — all offering modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, reclining leather seats, footrests, bathrooms, snack machines, and Italo Live entertainment with movies, music, and games. Italo offers three fare types — Low Cost, Economy, and Flex — providing different levels of price and flexibility. Popular routes include Rome–Milan, Rome–Florence, and Milan–Turin, making Italo a fast, comfortable, and convenient way to travel around Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage (max 55x35x25cm) and 1 piece of luggage (max 75x53x30cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack bar service available in most trains with drinks and light refreshments. Welcome service in Prima and Club Executive classes
Seat reservation
Included in Prima and Club Executive. Optional extra cost in Smart and Comfort
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Pistoia to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pistoia to Bologna 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 Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Pistoia to Bologna can start from as little as €9 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Pistoia to Bologna is €10; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Pistoia to Bologna is 1h 23m to travel the 71 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Pistoia to Bologna leaves at 12:26 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Pistoia to Bologna leaves at 11:25 PM.
There are 64 trains a day from Pistoia to Bologna which require at least one change with Regionale, Intercity, Italo. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Pistoia to Bologna, you can count on Regionale, Intercity, Italo for the best way to get you to Bologna. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Pistoia and Bologna and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Bologna from Pistoia is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 23m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Pistoia to Bologna is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Pistoia and Bologna including taking a bus and train.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Pistoia to Bologna
Pistoia
Bologna
The major train station for departures in Pistoia is Pistoia. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Pistoia for your trip from Pistoia to Bologna.
Pistoia
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Access via Via Pertini.
Dining
- Ristorante Il Duomo
- Osteria del Gambero Rosso
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Hotel Patria
- Hotel Milano
- Hotel Piccolo Ritz
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and long-distance trains
Public transit options for Pistoia
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Train: Regional connections to Florence and Lucca
Pistoia Ovest
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
The major train station for arrivals in Bologna is Bologna Centrale. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bologna Centrale for your journey to Bologna from Pistoia.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Dining
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
Accessibility
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
Hotel
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
Information Desk
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Public transit options for Bologna Centrale
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
Bologna San Ruffillo
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
4 kmNumber of platforms
2Parking
- Free parking available near the station
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- Free of charge
Hotel
- San Ruffillo House
- Hotel Il Guercino
- Hotel Porta San Mamolo
Station Plan
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
Public transit options for Bologna San Ruffillo
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
Bologna Borgo Panigale
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
4 kmNumber of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
Dining
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
Public transit options for Bologna Borgo Panigale
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
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