- 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 on 17 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 52 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 15 m
Trains on 17 Sept
3
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manarola to Lucca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manarola to Lucca will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 3 trains from Manarola to Lucca, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 69 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 26 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manarola to Lucca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 69 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Manarola to Lucca:
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manarola to Lucca costing on average £15.
Other travel options to Lucca take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 50m.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £6. The journey takes 1h 32m versus 1h 22m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Manarola to Lucca trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:32 Manarola | 2h26 | 6:58 Lucca | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:32 Manarola | 2h26 | 7:58 Lucca | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:35 Manarola | 1h52 | 17:27 Lucca | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Manarola to Lucca run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:41, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 58m.
Distance 69 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 29 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 0:41 |
Last train 23:45 |
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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.
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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 Manarola 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 Manarola to Lucca trains use the Manarola to Lucca station pair, with some services arriving at S. Pietro A Vico. Use this guide to compare Manarola and Lucca train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manarola has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Dal Billy, Nessun Dorma
Ticket office support is available at Manarola.
Available at Manarola: Taxis, WC.
Available at Manarola: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manarola: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Marina Piccola, Ca' D'Andrean, La Torretta Lodge.
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.
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