- Must visit
Puccini Museum - Casa Natale
Museum in Puccini’s birthplace with memorabilia, rooms linked to his family and exhibits on the composer’s life and work in Lucca.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Carrara to Lucca
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Sept
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
42 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
46 m
Trains on 12 Sept
33
Distance
43 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carrara to Lucca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carrara to Lucca will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Fast trains
To travel from Carrara to Lucca you need to make at least one change.
Regionale 18391 · Regionale Veloce 186595:071h19Carrara-Avenza6:26Lucca station£71One-way1 change- Regionale 19343 · Regionale 185077:251h02Carrara-Avenza8:27Lucca station£71One-way1 change
- Regionale 18425 · Regionale 186216:470h56Carrara-Avenza7:43Lucca station£71One-way1 change
- Regionale 2295 · Regionale 1853921:191h08Carrara-Avenza22:27Lucca station£71One-way1 change
- Regionale 18425 · Regionale 185076:471h40Carrara-Avenza8:27Lucca station£71One-way1 change
Intercity 651+Regionale 185119:490h42Carrara-Avenza10:31Lucca station£111One-way1 change- Intercity 673+Regionale 1853519:430h44Carrara-Avenza20:27Lucca station£111One-way1 change
- Regionale 19361 · Regionale 1851913:410h46Carrara-Avenza14:27Lucca station£71One-way1 change
- Regionale 19375 · Regionale 1853118:400h49Carrara-Avenza19:29Lucca station£71One-way1 change
- Regionale 19363 · Regionale 1852114:380h49Carrara-Avenza15:27Lucca station£71One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train for Carrara to Lucca
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carrara to Lucca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 43 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Carrara to Lucca is a train with an average price of £7.
The fastest way to travel from Carrara to Lucca is by train with an average journey time of 53m.
Other travel options to Lucca take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 0m.
Yes, you can take a train between Carrara and Lucca.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £7. The journey takes 53m versus 47m 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.
Live departures
Carrara to Lucca train times
The table below shows live departures for Carrara to Lucca trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regionale 19361 · Regionale 18519 | 13:41 Carrara-Avenza | 0h46 | 14:27 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18393 · Regionale 18493 | 14:02 Carrara-Avenza | 1h15 | 15:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 19363 · Regionale 18521 | 14:38 Carrara-Avenza | 0h49 | 15:27 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18415 · Regionale 18583 | 15:09 Carrara-Avenza | 1h08 | 16:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18447 · Regionale 18525 | 15:34 Carrara-Avenza | 0h53 | 16:27 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18399 · Regionale 18527 | 16:08 Carrara-Avenza | 1h19 | 17:27 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18399 · Regionale 18587 | 16:08 Carrara-Avenza | 1h09 | 17:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18401 · Regionale 19179 | 17:08 Carrara-Avenza | 1h09 | 18:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 19373 · Regionale 18529 | 17:36 Carrara-Avenza | 0h51 | 18:27 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Intercity 669+Regionale 18635 | 17:49 Carrara-Avenza | 1h09 | 18:58 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18403 · Regionale 18595 | 18:08 Carrara-Avenza | 1h09 | 19:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 19375 · Regionale 18531 | 18:40 Carrara-Avenza | 0h49 | 19:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18423 · Regionale 18535 | 19:08 Carrara-Avenza | 1h19 | 20:27 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18423 · Regionale 18597 | 19:08 Carrara-Avenza | 1h09 | 20:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18407 · Regionale 18641 | 19:42 Carrara-Avenza | 1h18 | 21:00 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 19379 · Regionale 18537 | 20:37 Carrara-Avenza | 0h50 | 21:27 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 2295 · Regionale 18539 | 21:19 Carrara-Avenza | 1h08 | 22:27 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Saturday 12 September | |||||
| Regionale 18391 · Regionale Veloce 18659 | 5:07 Carrara-Avenza | 1h19 | 6:26 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Intercity 501+Regionale Veloce 18659 | 5:25 Carrara-Avenza | 1h01 | 6:26 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 19335 · Regionale 18503 | 5:37 Carrara-Avenza | 1h09 | 6:46 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 19339 · Regionale 18505 | 6:23 Carrara-Avenza | 1h03 | 7:26 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18425 · Regionale 18621 | 6:47 Carrara-Avenza | 0h56 | 7:43 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18425 · Regionale 18507 | 6:47 Carrara-Avenza | 1h40 | 8:27 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 19341 · Regionale 19155 | 6:56 Carrara-Avenza | 1h27 | 8:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 19343 · Regionale 18507 | 7:25 Carrara-Avenza | 1h02 | 8:27 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 19349 · Regionale 18623 | 8:07 Carrara-Avenza | 0h51 | 8:58 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18445 · Regionale 18509 | 8:14 Carrara-Avenza | 1h13 | 9:27 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 19351 · Regionale 18563 | 8:47 Carrara-Avenza | 1h31 | 10:18 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Intercity 651+Regionale 18511 | 9:49 Carrara-Avenza | 0h42 | 10:31 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 10501 · Regionale 18515 | 11:11 Carrara-Avenza | 1h16 | 12:27 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Intercity 657+Regionale 18491 | 11:41 Carrara-Avenza | 1h36 | 13:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carrara to Lucca
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Trains from Carrara to Lucca run on average 31 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 49m.
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
Distance 43 km |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 31 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 4:00 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Carrara to Lucca trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Carrara and Lucca from £7. 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 Regionale Duration
49m
Cheapest Regionale Price
£7
Regionale frequency
14 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
Average Intercity Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest Intercity Price
£10
Intercity frequency
2 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
Complete guide to Lucca
Things to do in Lucca
Discover the best of Lucca — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lucca trip today.
- Recommended
Museo Nazionale di Palazzo Mansi
National museum in Palazzo Mansi showing painting, furnishings and decorated rooms. Ideal for understanding aristocratic life in Lucca.
- Recommended
Villa Guinigi Museo Nazionale
Museum with archaeology, paintings and historic collections inside a former palace. A strong choice for a broad introduction to Lucca.
- Must visit
Mura Urbane di Lucca
Tree-lined Renaissance walls turned into a pedestrian promenade. Perfect for walking or cycling with broad views over Lucca and its gardens.
- Recommended
Piazza Napoleone
Elegant central square with cafés, civic buildings and a lively atmosphere. A practical base for exploring the surrounding historic streets.
- Recommended
Via Fillungo
Atmospheric shopping street lined with historic buildings, churches and local shops. It gives a vivid sense of everyday life in old Lucca.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Cecina
A savoury chickpea flour flatbread baked in a wood oven. A Tuscan street food classic in Lucca, often eaten plain or in bread as a quick snack.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Ribollita
A dense vegetable and bean soup with stale bread, usually made with cavolo nero and cannellini beans. A comforting Tuscan peasant dish eaten across Lucca.
Tordelli Lucchesi
Handmade pasta filled with seasoned beef and pork, traditionally served with meat ragù. A festive Lucchese favourite with rich, rustic flavour.
Gli Orti di Via Elisa
Contemporary restaurant with a polished atmosphere, offering seasonal Tuscan ingredients and a more creative take on local cuisine.
Trattoria da Giulio
Traditional Lucchese restaurant near the historic centre, known for local pasta, soups and Tuscan mains in a warm, classic setting.
Buca di Sant'Antonio
Historic, elegant dining room serving refined Tuscan cuisine and regional wines. A good choice for a more formal meal in Lucca.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Tuscany: stays and dining cost more than smaller towns, but Lucca is usually cheaper than Florence. Walking and local buses keep daily costs manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for pizza, panini, or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Service may be included. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
at bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.70
- Day pass
- €5.50
To the city centre
Lucca railway station -> Piazza Napoleone, Lucca
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Autolinee Toscane runs Lucca’s urban buses under the Urbano Capoluogo fare. Buy before boarding where possible, or use contactless payment on board with Tip Tap.
- The official at bus app lets you plan journeys, see buses in real time and buy tickets. Validate any ticket as required before travel.
FAQs: Carrara to Lucca train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carrara to Lucca 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 Lucca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Carrara to Lucca can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £7.
The train journey from Carrara to Lucca covers a distance of 43 km and takes approximately 49m. Trains run 31 per day.
The train distance from Carrara to Lucca is 43 km.
The first train from Carrara to Lucca leaves at 4:00.
The last train from Carrara to Lucca departs at 23:30.
Trains from Carrara to Lucca run approximately 31 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Carrara to Lucca.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Carrara to Lucca.
To travel from Carrara to Lucca, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Carrara to Lucca.
The train station in Carrara that goes to Lucca is Carrara-Avenza, and it arrives at Lucca station.
The cheapest way to get from Carrara to Lucca is by train, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Carrara to Lucca in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Carrara to Lucca is considered scenic, offering picturesque views of the Tuscan countryside, rolling hills, and charming Italian villages.
Yes, a day trip from Carrara to Lucca is feasible. The journey takes 49m and covers 43 km. There are 36 train trips available per day.
In Lucca, you can walk the Renaissance Walls for panoramic views, visit Puccini's Birthplace museum, explore the Botanical Garden, and attend the Lucca Summer Festival for live music. For sightseeing, see the Lucca Cathedral, climb the Guinigi Tower, enjoy Piazza dell'Anfiteatro, admire San Michele in Foro, and visit Palazzo Pfanner. You can also take a cooking class to learn traditional Tuscan dishes.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Lucca is sufficient to explore its historic city walls, charming piazzas, and notable landmarks like the Guinigi Tower and the Cathedral of San Martino.
Yes, you can take the train from Carrara to Lucca.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carrara and Lucca
Most Carrara to Lucca trains use the Carrara-Avenza to Lucca station pair, with some services arriving at S. Pietro A Vico. Use this guide to compare Carrara and Lucca train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Carrara
Arrival train stations in Lucca
Which Carrara station do trains to Lucca leave from?
Trains from Carrara to Lucca leave from Carrara-Avenza. The station is 1 km from Carrara city centre at Piazza Stazione, 54033 Carrara MS, Italy.
Carrara-AvenzaPiazza Stazione, 54033 Carrara MS, Italy+39 0187 4931
City-centre transport
Getting to Carrara-Avenza from Carrara city centre
Carrara-Avenza is 1 km from Carrara city centre. Public transport options include:
BusL52, L107, L70, L72, L71 · 13m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
L52, L70, L72, L71 · 13m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
Carrara-Avenza train station facilities and services
Carrara-Avenza has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria La Capinera, Osteria del Mare
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carrara-Avenza. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Carrara-Avenza. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carrara-Avenza: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Carrara-Avenza: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carrara-Avenza: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Carrara, Hotel Michelangelo, Hotel Dora.
Which Lucca station do trains from Carrara arrive at?
Trains from Carrara to Lucca most often arrive at Lucca. Some services arrive at S. Pietro A Vico, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Lucca arrival station.
LuccaPiazzale Ricasoli, 55100 Lucca LU, Italy+39 0583 4671
City-centre transport
Getting to Lucca from Lucca city centre
Bus3+ · 6m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
Lucca train station facilities and services
Lucca has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Giglio, Osteria Baralla
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lucca. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lucca. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lucca: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lucca: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lucca: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Grand Universe Lucca, Hotel Ilaria, Albergo San Martino.
S. Pietro A Vico55100 Lucca, Province of Lucca, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to S. Pietro A Vico from Lucca city centre
S. Pietro A Vico is 4 km from Lucca city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRe · 6m · £0.90 · every ~1 min
Bus59 · 12m · £0.90 · every ~1 min
E4, E12, E14, E5, E10, E13 · 25m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
S. Pietro A Vico train station facilities and services
S. Pietro A Vico has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at S. Pietro A Vico: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
Ponte A Moriano55100 Lucca, Province of Lucca, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Ponte A Moriano from Lucca city centre
Ponte A Moriano is 7 km from Lucca city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRe · 11m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Bus59, E4, E12, E14, E5, E10, E13 · 18m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
51, 59, E4, E12, E5, E10 · 20m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
E4, E12, E14, E5, E10, E13 · 32m · £2 · every ~3 min
Ponte A Moriano train station facilities and services
Ponte A Moriano has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ponte A Moriano.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Ponte A Moriano.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ponte A Moriano.
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