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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Riomaggiore to Lucca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riomaggiore 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 Mon 02 Nov, we found 3 trains from Riomaggiore to Lucca, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 55 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.

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Trains from Riomaggiore to Lucca run on average 32 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:44, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 55m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 32 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 0:44 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Riomaggiore to Lucca trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 12213 · Regionale 19345 · Regionale 18647 | 6:35 Riomaggiore station | 2h30 | 9:05 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12215 · Regionale TTPER 19238 · Regionale 19161 | 7:22 Riomaggiore station | 3h19 | 10:41 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12215 · Regionale 19351 · Regionale 18705 | 7:22 Riomaggiore station | 2h47 | 10:09 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12215+ FRECCIABIANCA 8605+ Regionale 18649 | 7:22 Riomaggiore station | 2h17 | 9:39 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22903 · Regionale 19353 · Regionale 18725 | 9:02 Riomaggiore station | 2h31 | 11:33 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22903 · Regionale 19353 · Regionale 4142 | 9:02 Riomaggiore station | 2h12 | 11:14 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22903+ Intercity 651+ Regionale 18707 | 9:02 Riomaggiore station | 1h37 | 10:39 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22905 · Regionale 19242 · Regionale 19199 | 9:32 Riomaggiore station | 3h27 | 12:59 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22905+ Intercity 505+ Regionale 18725 | 9:32 Riomaggiore station | 2h01 | 11:33 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22907 · Regionale 19357 · Regionale 18729 | 10:02 Riomaggiore station | 1h59 | 12:01 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12301+ Intercity 657+ Regionale 18427 | 11:02 Riomaggiore station | 2h29 | 13:31 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12223 · Regionale TTPER 19246 · Regionale 19209 | 11:38 Riomaggiore station | 4h21 | 15:59 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12225 · Regionale 19361 · Regionale 18809 | 12:38 Riomaggiore station | 1h55 | 14:33 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22919 · Regionale 18395 · Regionale 18811 | 13:02 Riomaggiore station | 1h59 | 15:01 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22921+ Intercity 511+ Regionale 18459 | 13:32 Riomaggiore station | 1h58 | 15:30 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12227 · Regionale 19363 · Regionale 18813 | 13:38 Riomaggiore station | 1h55 | 15:33 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12227 · Regionale TTPER 19250 · Regionale 19169 | 13:38 Riomaggiore station | 4h42 | 18:20 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22923 · Regionale 18415 · Regionale 18543 | 14:02 Riomaggiore station | 2h29 | 16:31 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22923 · Regionale 18415 · Regionale 18817 | 14:02 Riomaggiore station | 2h32 | 16:34 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12305 · Regionale 18399 · Regionale 18819 | 15:02 Riomaggiore station | 2h07 | 17:09 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22931+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale 18875 | 15:57 Riomaggiore station | 1h42 | 17:39 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19367 · Regionale 18875 | 16:04 Riomaggiore station | 1h35 | 17:39 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22935+ Intercity 669+ Regionale 18879 | 17:02 Riomaggiore station | 1h30 | 18:32 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22935 · Regionale 18403 · Regionale 18885 | 17:02 Riomaggiore station | 2h07 | 19:09 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12235 · Regionale 19258 · Regionale 19183 | 17:38 Riomaggiore station | 3h35 | 21:13 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22939 · Regionale 19375 · Regionale 18887 | 17:57 Riomaggiore station | 1h42 | 19:39 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22943+ Intercity 673+ Regionale 18907 | 18:57 Riomaggiore station | 1h42 | 20:39 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12239 · Regionale 19379 · Regionale 18923 | 19:41 Riomaggiore station | 2h17 | 21:58 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3283+ Intercity 679+ Regionale 18927 | 21:06 Riomaggiore station | 1h28 | 22:34 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
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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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Most Riomaggiore to Lucca trains use the Riomaggiore to Lucca station pair, with some services arriving at S. Pietro A Vico. Use this guide to compare Riomaggiore and Lucca train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Riomaggiore has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Binariozero, Enoteca Dau Cila
Ticket office support is available at Riomaggiore.
Available at Riomaggiore: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Riomaggiore: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Riomaggiore: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Villa Argentina, Hotel La Zorza, Hotel Due Gemelli.
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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