- 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 09 Oct
£21
Average ticket price on 09 Oct
£45
Fastest journey on 09 Oct
3 h 14 m
Average journey duration on 09 Oct
3 h 25 m
Trains on 09 Oct
69
Distance
206 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Padua to Lucca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Padua to Lucca will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
To travel from Padua to Lucca you need to make at least one change.
Regionale Veloce 3985 · Regionale 17851 · Regionale 18536
Regionale Veloce 3971 · Regionale TTPER 17827 · Regionale 18518
Regionale Veloce 3977 · Regionale 17837 · Regionale 18524
Regionale Veloce 3961 · Regionale 17813 · Regionale 18508
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale 17843 · Regionale 18530
8927+
Regionale 18486
FRECCIAROSSA 9409+
Regionale 88604
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+
Regionale 4146
FRECCIAROSSA 9425+
Regionale 18524
FRECCIAROSSA 9413+
Regionale 18514Trains from Padua to Lucca run on average 59 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 206 km distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 206 km |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 59 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 4:50 |
Last train 21:29 |
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Best time to book 6 days |
The table below shows live departures for Padua to Lucca trains for tomorrow, Friday 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9401+ Regionale 18504 | 5:56 Padova | 3h33 | 9:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3961 · Regionale 17813 · Regionale 18508 | 6:12 Padova | 4h17 | 10:29 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9403+ Regionale 18508 · Regionale 19202 | 6:56 Padova | 4h33 | 11:29 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9403+ Regionale 18508 | 6:56 Padova | 3h33 | 10:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8903+ Regionale 18512 | 7:35 Padova | 5h54 | 13:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8903+ Regionale 88604 | 7:35 Padova | 4h41 | 12:16 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8903+ Regionale 18490 | 7:35 Padova | 5h48 | 13:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3965 · Regionale 17819 · Regionale 88604 | 8:09 Padova | 4h07 | 12:16 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
8905+ Regionale 18490 | 8:35 Padova | 4h48 | 13:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8905+ Regionale 18512 | 8:35 Padova | 4h54 | 13:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8905+ Regionale 88604 | 8:35 Padova | 3h41 | 12:16 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9409+ Regionale 88604 | 8:56 Padova | 3h20 | 12:16 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9409+ Regionale 88604 · Regionale 19208 | 8:56 Padova | 4h41 | 13:37 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
8907+ Regionale 18490 | 9:35 Padova | 3h48 | 13:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8907+ Regionale 18512 | 9:35 Padova | 3h54 | 13:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8907+ Regionale 18492 | 9:35 Padova | 4h48 | 14:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale 18512 | 9:50 Padova | 3h39 | 13:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale 18512 · Regionale 19165 | 9:50 Padova | 4h26 | 14:16 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Regionale 3997 · Regionale 17825 · Regionale 18514 | 10:09 Padova | 4h20 | 14:29 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
8902+ Regionale 18514 | 10:35 Padova | 3h54 | 14:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8902+ Regionale 18492 | 10:35 Padova | 3h48 | 14:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8902+ Regionale 18494 | 10:35 Padova | 4h48 | 15:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413+ Regionale 18514 | 10:56 Padova | 3h33 | 14:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3971 · Regionale TTPER 17827 · Regionale 18518 | 11:09 Padova | 4h20 | 15:29 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
8911+ Regionale 18494 | 11:35 Padova | 3h48 | 15:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8911+ Regionale 18518 | 11:35 Padova | 3h54 | 15:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8911+ Regionale 4146 | 11:35 Padova | 4h44 | 16:19 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415+ Regionale 18518 · Regionale 19210 | 11:56 Padova | 4h03 | 15:59 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415+ Regionale 18518 | 11:56 Padova | 3h33 | 15:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3973 · Regionale 17831 · Regionale 18520 | 12:09 Padova | 4h20 | 16:29 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
8929+ Regionale 4146 | 12:35 Padova | 3h44 | 16:19 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8929+ Regionale 18520 | 12:35 Padova | 3h54 | 16:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8929+ Regionale 18476 | 12:35 Padova | 4h48 | 17:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Regionale 4146 | 12:56 Padova | 3h23 | 16:19 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3975 · Regionale 17833 · Regionale 18522 | 13:09 Padova | 4h20 | 17:29 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
8913+ Regionale 18476 | 13:35 Padova | 3h48 | 17:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8913+ Regionale 18522 | 13:35 Padova | 3h54 | 17:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8913+ Regionale 18478 | 13:35 Padova | 4h48 | 18:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9421+ Regionale 18522 | 13:56 Padova | 3h33 | 17:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9421+ Regionale 18522 · Regionale 19216 | 13:56 Padova | 3h51 | 17:47 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3977 · Regionale 17837 · Regionale 18524 | 14:09 Padova | 4h20 | 18:29 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
8915+ Regionale 18524 | 14:35 Padova | 3h54 | 18:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8915+ Regionale 18480 | 14:35 Padova | 4h48 | 19:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8915+ Regionale 18478 | 14:35 Padova | 3h48 | 18:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9425+ Regionale 18524 | 14:56 Padova | 3h33 | 18:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3979 · Regionale 17839 · Regionale 18528 | 15:09 Padova | 4h20 | 19:29 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
8919+ Regionale 18480 | 15:35 Padova | 3h48 | 19:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8919+ Regionale 18482 | 15:35 Padova | 4h48 | 20:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8919+ Regionale 18528 | 15:35 Padova | 3h54 | 19:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Intercity 594+ Regionale 18528 · Regionale 19185 | 15:50 Padova | 4h03 | 19:53 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Intercity 594+ Regionale 18528 | 15:50 Padova | 3h39 | 19:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale 17843 · Regionale 18530 | 16:09 Padova | 4h20 | 20:29 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
8923+ Regionale 18482 | 16:35 Padova | 3h48 | 20:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8923+ Regionale 18530 | 16:35 Padova | 3h54 | 20:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8923+ Regionale 18484 | 16:35 Padova | 4h48 | 21:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ Regionale 18530 | 16:56 Padova | 3h33 | 20:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ Regionale 18530 · Regionale 19218 | 16:56 Padova | 4h04 | 21:00 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3983 · Regionale TTPER 17847 · Regionale 18532 | 17:09 Padova | 4h20 | 21:29 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
8925+ Regionale 18486 | 17:35 Padova | 4h14 | 21:49 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8925+ Regionale 18532 | 17:35 Padova | 3h54 | 21:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8925+ Regionale 18484 | 17:35 Padova | 3h48 | 21:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9433+ Regionale 18532 | 17:56 Padova | 3h33 | 21:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3985 · Regionale 17851 · Regionale 18536 | 18:09 Padova | 5h20 | 23:29 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3985+ Intercity 599+ Regionale 18534 | 18:09 Padova | 4h39 | 22:48 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
8927+ Regionale 18534 | 18:35 Padova | 4h13 | 22:48 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8927+ Regionale 18536 | 18:35 Padova | 4h54 | 23:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
8927+ Regionale 18486 | 18:35 Padova | 3h14 | 21:49 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435+ Regionale 18534 | 18:56 Padova | 3h52 | 22:48 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9437+ Regionale 18536 | 19:56 Padova | 3h33 | 23:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
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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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Lucca railway station -> Piazza Napoleone, Lucca
The most popular day trips by train from Lucca are Florence, Pisa, Viareggio, Livorno and La Spezia. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Lucca on Omio.

Florence is known for Renaissance art and architecture, with the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio shaping its skyline. Despite its fame, it feels compact and lived-in, with busy piazzas, artisan workshops and a strong Tuscan food culture.
There are 25 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 60 km distance in 1h 6m.

Pisa is known worldwide for the Leaning Tower, but it is also a compact university city with medieval streets and graceful squares. Along the Arno, historic buildings and student life give it an easy, thoughtful atmosphere.
There are 27 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 20m.

Viareggio is a Tuscan seaside city known for its long sandy beach and elegant Liberty-style promenade. It is also famous for the Carnevale di Viareggio, whose huge satirical floats shape much of the city’s identity.
There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 15m.

Livorno is a Tuscan port city known for its canals, seafood and seafront promenade. Its Medici roots and trading past give it a practical, multicultural feel distinct from inland Tuscany.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:09, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 37 km distance in 37m.

La Spezia is a Ligurian port city known as the main gateway to the Cinque Terre. It blends naval history, a busy waterfront and a straightforward modern centre between the hills and the Gulf of La Spezia.
The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 61 km distance in 51m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Padua 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 Padua to Lucca trains use the Padova to Lucca station pair, with some services arriving at S. Pietro A Vico. Use this guide to compare Padua and Lucca train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Padova 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 Zairo, Trattoria Al Fungo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Padova. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Padova. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Padova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Padova: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Padova: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Grand'Italia, NH Padova, Hotel Europa.
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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