- 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.
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Empoli to Lucca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Empoli to Lucca will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 2 trains that leave Empoli for Lucca every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 38 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.




The table below shows live departures for Empoli to Lucca trains for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18253 · Regionale 18551 | 5:06 Empoli station | 1h34 | 6:40 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18253 · Regionale 18551 · Regionale 83564 | 5:06 Empoli station | 1h48 | 6:54 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18255 · Regionale 18616 | 6:01 Empoli station | 1h35 | 7:36 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18355 · Regionale 83675 | 6:45 Empoli station | 1h35 | 8:20 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18355 · Regionale 83675 | 6:45 Empoli station | 1h48 | 8:33 San Pietro a Vico | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4011 · Regionale 19336 · Regionale 18623 | 7:22 Empoli station | 1h36 | 8:58 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18263 · Regionale 18489 | 7:30 Empoli station | 1h50 | 9:20 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4013 · Regionale 18489 | 7:58 Empoli station | 1h22 | 9:20 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4013 · Regionale 18489 · Treno 19155 effettuato con bus FI818 | 7:58 Empoli station | 1h47 | 9:45 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18357 · Regionale 18559 | 8:27 Empoli station | 1h23 | 9:50 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4017 · Regionale 18563 | 8:58 Empoli station | 1h20 | 10:18 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18283 · Regionale 18567 | 9:27 Empoli station | 1h21 | 10:48 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18361 · Regionale 18515 | 10:27 Empoli station | 2h00 | 12:27 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18361 · Regionale 18571 | 10:27 Empoli station | 2h20 | 12:47 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4021 · Regionale 19342 · Regionale 18515 | 10:58 Empoli station | 1h29 | 12:27 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18365 · Regionale 18571 · Regionale 83568 | 11:27 Empoli station | 1h32 | 12:59 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18365 · Regionale 18571 | 11:27 Empoli station | 1h20 | 12:47 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4027 · Regionale 18491 | 11:57 Empoli station | 1h20 | 13:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18367 · Regionale 18575 | 12:27 Empoli station | 1h20 | 13:47 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4029 · Regionale 83679 | 12:58 Empoli station | 1h25 | 14:23 San Pietro a Vico | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4029 · Regionale 83679 | 12:58 Empoli station | 1h11 | 14:09 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18371 · Regionale 18577 | 13:27 Empoli station | 1h20 | 14:47 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18293 · Regionale 18493 | 14:01 Empoli station | 1h16 | 15:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18373 · Regionale 18581 · Regionale 83570 | 14:27 Empoli station | 1h30 | 15:57 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18373 · Regionale 18581 | 14:27 Empoli station | 1h20 | 15:47 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4035 · Regionale 18583 | 14:58 Empoli station | 1h19 | 16:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18377 · Regionale 18497 | 15:28 Empoli station | 1h16 | 16:44 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4039 · Regionale 18587 | 15:58 Empoli station | 1h19 | 17:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4039 · Regionale 18587 · Regionale 83576 | 15:58 Empoli station | 1h50 | 17:48 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18381 · Regionale 18591 | 16:27 Empoli station | 1h20 | 17:47 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4043 · Regionale 83681 | 16:58 Empoli station | 1h19 | 18:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4043 · Regionale 83681 | 16:58 Empoli station | 1h29 | 18:27 San Pietro a Vico | 1 change | |
Regionale 18387 · Regionale 18593 | 17:28 Empoli station | 1h19 | 18:47 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18307 · Regionale 18595 | 17:58 Empoli station | 1h19 | 19:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18311 · Regionale 83683 | 18:27 Empoli station | 1h19 | 19:46 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18311 · Regionale 83683 | 18:27 Empoli station | 1h26 | 19:53 San Pietro a Vico | 1 change | |
Regionale 18313 · Regionale 18597 | 19:00 Empoli station | 1h17 | 20:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18313 · Regionale 18597 · Regionale 83654 | 19:00 Empoli station | 2h00 | 21:00 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18389 · Regionale 18641 | 19:27 Empoli station | 1h33 | 21:00 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18389 · Regionale 18601 | 19:27 Empoli station | 1h51 | 21:18 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4051 · Regionale 18601 | 19:58 Empoli station | 1h20 | 21:18 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18319 · Regionale 18603 | 20:27 Empoli station | 1h22 | 21:49 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18323 · Regionale 18605 | 20:58 Empoli station | 1h19 | 22:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18242 · Regionale 18536 | 21:21 Empoli station | 2h08 | 23:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Empoli to Lucca run on average 35 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 35 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 1:15 |
Last train 23:43 |
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Museum in Puccini’s birthplace with memorabilia, rooms linked to his family and exhibits on the composer’s life and work in Lucca.
National museum in Palazzo Mansi showing painting, furnishings and decorated rooms. Ideal for understanding aristocratic life in Lucca.
Museum with archaeology, paintings and historic collections inside a former palace. A strong choice for a broad introduction to Lucca.
Tree-lined Renaissance walls turned into a pedestrian promenade. Perfect for walking or cycling with broad views over Lucca and its gardens.
Elegant central square with cafés, civic buildings and a lively atmosphere. A practical base for exploring the surrounding historic streets.
Atmospheric shopping street lined with historic buildings, churches and local shops. It gives a vivid sense of everyday life in old Lucca.
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.
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.
Handmade pasta filled with seasoned beef and pork, traditionally served with meat ragù. A festive Lucchese favourite with rich, rustic flavour.
Contemporary restaurant with a polished atmosphere, offering seasonal Tuscan ingredients and a more creative take on local cuisine.
Traditional Lucchese restaurant near the historic centre, known for local pasta, soups and Tuscan mains in a warm, classic setting.
Historic, elegant dining room serving refined Tuscan cuisine and regional wines. A good choice for a more formal meal in Lucca.
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.
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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Empoli 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.

Most Empoli to Lucca trains use the Empoli to Lucca station pair, with some services arriving at S. Pietro A Vico. Use this guide to compare Empoli and Lucca train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Empoli has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Rifugio, Osteria del Gusto
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Empoli. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Empoli. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Empoli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Empoli: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Empoli: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Tazza d'Oro, Hotel Da Vinci, Hotel Il Sole.
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 options include: Ristorante Giglio, Osteria Baralla
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lucca. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lucca. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lucca: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lucca: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lucca: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Grand Universe Lucca, Hotel Ilaria, Albergo San Martino.
S. Pietro A Vico is 4 km from Lucca city centre. Public transport options include:
S. Pietro A Vico has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
Available at S. Pietro A Vico: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
Ponte A Moriano is 7 km from Lucca city centre. Public transport options include:
Ponte A Moriano has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Ponte A Moriano.
ATMs are available at Ponte A Moriano.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ponte A Moriano.
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