- 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 02 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 02 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 02 Sept
25 m
Average journey duration on 02 Sept
26 m
Trains on 02 Sept
35
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pisa to Lucca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pisa to Lucca will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
On Wed 02 Sept, we found 35 trains from Pisa to Lucca, including 28 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 27 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.
Regionale 83671
Regionale 18601
Regionale 83683
Regionale 18587
Regionale 18591
Regionale 18497
Regionale 83683
Regionale 83679
Regionale 18587
Regionale 18591Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pisa to Lucca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 57m. 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 £4, while a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 17 km
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price |
57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Pisa to Lucca trains for today, Tuesday 1 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18581 | 15:20 Pisa Centrale | 0h27 | 15:47 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18583 | 15:50 Pisa Centrale | 0h27 | 16:17 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18497 | 16:19 Pisa Centrale | 0h25 | 16:44 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18587 | 16:50 Pisa Centrale | 0h27 | 17:17 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18591 | 17:20 Pisa Centrale | 0h27 | 17:47 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 83681 | 17:50 Pisa Centrale | 0h27 | 18:17 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18593 | 18:20 Pisa Centrale | 0h27 | 18:47 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18595 | 18:50 Pisa Centrale | 0h27 | 19:17 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 83683 | 19:20 Pisa Centrale | 0h26 | 19:46 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18597 | 19:50 Pisa Centrale | 0h27 | 20:17 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18389 · Regionale 18641 | 20:06 Pisa Centrale | 0h54 | 21:00 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18601 | 20:50 Pisa Centrale | 0h28 | 21:18 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18603 | 21:20 Pisa Centrale | 0h29 | 21:49 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18605 | 21:50 Pisa Centrale | 0h27 | 22:17 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 2 September | |||||
Regionale 83671 | 5:25 Pisa Centrale | 0h32 | 5:57 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 658+ Regionale Veloce 18659 | 5:42 Pisa Centrale | 0h44 | 6:26 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18551 | 6:13 Pisa Centrale | 0h27 | 6:40 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19330 · Regionale 18505 | 6:23 Pisa Centrale | 1h03 | 7:26 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Intercity 662+ Regionale 18505 | 6:42 Pisa Centrale | 0h44 | 7:26 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18616 | 7:04 Pisa Centrale | 0h32 | 7:36 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 83675 | 7:50 Pisa Centrale | 0h30 | 8:20 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19336 · Regionale 18623 | 8:00 Pisa Centrale | 0h58 | 8:58 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18489 | 8:50 Pisa Centrale | 0h30 | 9:20 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18557 | 9:03 Pisa Centrale | 0h35 | 9:38 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18559 | 9:22 Pisa Centrale | 0h28 | 9:50 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18563 | 9:50 Pisa Centrale | 0h28 | 10:18 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18567 | 10:20 Pisa Centrale | 0h28 | 10:48 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19342 · Regionale 18515 | 11:34 Pisa Centrale | 0h53 | 12:27 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18571 | 12:20 Pisa Centrale | 0h27 | 12:47 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18491 | 12:50 Pisa Centrale | 0h27 | 13:17 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18575 | 13:20 Pisa Centrale | 0h27 | 13:47 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 83679 | 13:43 Pisa Centrale | 0h26 | 14:09 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 510+ Regionale 18519 | 13:47 Pisa Centrale | 0h40 | 14:27 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18577 | 14:20 Pisa Centrale | 0h27 | 14:47 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18493 | 14:50 Pisa Centrale | 0h27 | 15:17 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Pisa to Lucca run on average 29 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 25m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 4:50 |
Last train 23:30 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Lucca — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lucca trip today.
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
Direct trains from Pisa to Lucca depart regularly throughout the day, with more than one an hour at peak times. The journey can take anything from 26 minutes to 36 minutes, meaning you'll be in your destination in around half an hour. The first departure is early in the morning and the final train leaves in the evening, giving you plenty of choice about when to travel.
With around 32 trains between Pisa and Lucca each weekday, 20 on Saturdays and 15 on Sundays, you can be flexible with your travel plans. Early birds can leave Pisa at around 5:20 a.m., getting into Lucca before 6:00 a.m., while the last service of the day departs at around 9:45 p.m., arriving at your destination at 10:15 p.m.
The travel time between Pisa and Lucca by train can vary slightly depending on which service you catch during the day. The quickest journey lasts just 26 minutes, while the longest will take around 36 minutes. Since it's a relatively short distance, all services take under 40 minutes to complete the journey, making it perfect for a day trip.
Departure train station: while Pisa Centrale will be the most convenient station for many people who have been exploring the city, other train stations may better suit your needs. For example, you may wish to travel to Lucca directly from Pisa Airport or Pisa San Rossore station, which is closer to the Leaning Tower of Pisa. All stations have toilets as well as a few food outlets and waiting rooms.
Arrival train station: Lucca's train station is located not far from the historic centre of the city. You can walk to its famed Piazza Napoleone in just eight minutes or catch the bus. These services depart approximately every 10 minutes and take around five minutes to get there. Lucca train station has a café, shop and toilets that are available for public use.
Trenitalia is the primary train operator in Italy and runs all the train services from Pisa to Lucca. This means there is little disparity between the different services throughout the day.
Direct trains from Pisa to Lucca run every day of the week with Trenitalia. They start early in the morning and finish in the evening, with regular services throughout the day. There are fewer services on Saturdays and Sundays. The journey can take from 26 minutes to 36 minutes if you are travelling from Pisa Centrale and slightly longer if departing from Pisa Airport.
There are no first-class or second-class options on the Trenitalia trains between Pisa and Lucca, as it is a relatively short journey.
Luggage storage on the train includes overhead shelves, the space between back-to-back seats and underneath the seats. Small pets, including dogs and cats, are permitted for free on Trenitalia trains, as long as they are in an appropriate holder. Fully-closed folding bicycles are also allowed.
Trenitalia offers assistance to individuals in wheelchairs, those with limited mobility, elderly people, pregnant women, and anyone visually or hearing impaired. This can be organised in advance by phoning the station ahead of your booking.
Travelling from Pisa to Lucca by train is inexpensive and as long as you book in advance, you will be able to find cheap tickets. There's no need to select connecting trains or purchase a slower journey, as this will not make your travel costs any cheaper.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pisa 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 Pisa to Lucca trains use the Pisa Centrale to Lucca station pair, with some services arriving at Ponte A Moriano. Use this guide to compare Pisa and Lucca train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pisa Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Panetteria Binario 1
There is free Wi-Fi available at the McDonald's.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 20:30. Information desks are located just outside the station on Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II.
Luggage storage is there is a luggage storage office near the end of Platform 1.
Available at Pisa Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pisa Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pisa Centrale: Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators, ramps, and disabled parking. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Pisa, Hotel La Pace, Hotel Maria.
Pisa San Rossore is 1 km from Pisa city centre. Public transport options include:
Pisa San Rossore has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Ristorante pizzeria, SushiKing, Ristorante Cinese Oriente
The ticket office is open 24/7.
Available at Pisa San Rossore: Parking, WC.
Available at Pisa San Rossore: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pisa San Rossore: Elevators on every platform. Sala Blu services can be reached at +39 0647308579.
Nearby hotels include Rosso di Sera Relais Tuscany, Le Cascine, Camping Village Torre Pendente.
Pisa, Aeroporto Galilei Di Pisa is 1 km from Pisa city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Pisa, Aeroporto Galilei Di Pisa has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pisa, Aeroporto Galilei Di Pisa.
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.
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.
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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