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Make your way from the centre of Lucca to the heart of Pisa in just 25 minutes on a direct train. It’s certainly less stressful than navigating the Italian roads or wondering where you can park your rental car in the city. Take the train and you’ll travel to Pisa Centrale station on a modern and comfortable Trenitalia train with plenty of luggage space.
Pisa Centrale train station is located a short walk from the city’s charming town centre. Amble over to the lively Piazza Vittoria Emanuele II or enjoy authentic Tuscan cuisine at the many restaurants in the vicinity. You’re also just a bus ride away from the city’s famous Leaning Tower in Piazza Dei Miracoli.
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First train | 05:35 | |
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Last train | 23:30 | |
Departure station | Lucca | |
Arrival station | Pisa Centrale | |
Journey time | From 25m | |
Distance | 10 miles (17 km) | |
Frequency | 35 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £3.46 | |
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 Lucca to Pisa Centrale 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 Lucca and Pisa Centrale is 43 minutes, with around 35 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 Lucca to Pisa Centrale is 25 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Lucca to Pisa Centrale can start from as little as £3.46 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 Lucca to Pisa Centrale without having to change trains. There are 29 direct trains from Lucca to Pisa Centrale each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Lucca to Pisa Centrale leaves at 05:35. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Lucca to Pisa Centrale leaves at 23:30. 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 Lucca to Pisa Centrale cover a distance of around 10 miles (17 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Pisa Centrale to Lucca. If you’re looking for other options, you can also catch the bus from Lucca to Pisa Centrale.