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Florence is one of Italy’s must-visit destinations, but aside from the city itself, it’s the perfect base to discover the wider region.
Whether for business, leisure or even a day trip, nearby Lucca is a hidden gem to explore. Taking just under an hour and fifteen minutes by train from Florence to Lucca, you won’t miss a trick travelling from city centre to city centre. Lucca station is just minutes away from the delights and sights, including St Martin Cathedral.
Serviced by Trenitalia’s regional trains, you’re also doing your bit for the environment, since trains use less Co2 emissions than cars.
Ready to book your tickets from Florence to Lucca? Keep reading for more information, including train times, ticket prices and FAQs.
It takes an average of 1h 46m to travel from Florence to Lucca by train, over a distance of around 38 miles (61 km). There are normally 48 trains per day travelling from Florence to Lucca and tickets for this journey start from £7.56 when you book in advance.
First train | 00:55 | |
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Last train | 22:15 | |
Departure station | Florence | |
Arrival station | Lucca | |
Journey time | From 1h 14m | |
Distance | 38 miles (61 km) | |
Frequency | 48 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £7.56 | |
Train and bus operators |
Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.
Enjoy your journey with Trenitalia's regional trains. A First Class service may be available on some routes.
At the moment, a restaurant service is not available on Trenitalia's regional trains. However, you can take your own food on board so pick up some snacks at the station before you set off.
Trenitalia's regional trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power sockets that are available at your seat.
If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60 which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232 which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).
Air-conditioning is available on Trenitalia's regional trains.
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Florence to Lucca by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
The average journey time by train between Florence and Lucca is 1 hour and 46 minutes, with around 48 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Florence to Lucca is 1 hour and 14 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Florence to Lucca can start from as little as £7.56 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Florence to Lucca without having to change trains. There are 18 direct trains from Florence to Lucca each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Florence to Lucca leaves at 00:55. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Florence to Lucca leaves at 22:15. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Florence to Lucca cover a distance of around 38 miles (61 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Lucca to Florence. If you’re looking for other options, you can also catch the bus from Florence to Lucca.