- 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.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Viareggio to Lucca
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 31 Aug
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£4
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£4
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
16 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
17 m
Trains on 31 Aug
32
Distance
20 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Viareggio to Lucca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Viareggio to Lucca will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Fast trains
On Mon 31 Aug, we found 32 trains from Viareggio to Lucca, including 25 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 17 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 1863518:290h29Viareggio station18:58Lucca station£41One-way0 changes- Regionale 185015:330h22Viareggio station5:55Lucca station£41One-way0 changes
- Regionale 1853119:120h17Viareggio station19:29Lucca station£41One-way0 changes
- Regionale 1853922:100h17Viareggio station22:27Lucca station£41One-way0 changes
- Regionale 1853721:100h17Viareggio station21:27Lucca station£41One-way0 changes
- Regionale 185057:100h16Viareggio station7:26Lucca station£41One-way0 changes
- Regionale 1853119:120h17Viareggio station19:29Lucca station£41One-way0 changes
- Regionale 1853922:100h17Viareggio station22:27Lucca station£41One-way0 changes
- Regionale 1853721:100h17Viareggio station21:27Lucca station£41One-way0 changes
- Regionale 1851713:100h17Viareggio station13:27Lucca station£41One-way0 changes
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Compare train and coach for Viareggio to Lucca
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Viareggio to Lucca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £2 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 53m. 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 coach costs an average of £2, while a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 20 km
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Viareggio to Lucca train times
The table below shows live departures for Viareggio to Lucca trains for today, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| Regionale 18629 | 14:29 Viareggio station | 0h29 | 14:58 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 18523 | 15:10 Viareggio station | 0h17 | 15:27 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 18415 · Regionale 18583 | 15:34 Viareggio station | 0h43 | 16:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18525 | 16:10 Viareggio station | 0h17 | 16:27 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 18399 · Regionale 18587 | 16:33 Viareggio station | 0h44 | 17:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18527 | 17:10 Viareggio station | 0h17 | 17:27 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 18401 · Regionale 83681 | 17:33 Viareggio station | 0h44 | 18:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18529 | 18:10 Viareggio station | 0h17 | 18:27 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 18637 | 18:29 Viareggio station | 0h29 | 18:58 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 18403 · Regionale 18595 | 18:33 Viareggio station | 0h44 | 19:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18533 | 19:10 Viareggio station | 0h17 | 19:27 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 18423 · Regionale 83693 | 19:33 Viareggio station | 0h44 | 20:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18535 | 20:10 Viareggio station | 0h17 | 20:27 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 18639 | 20:29 Viareggio station | 0h31 | 21:00 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 19379 · Regionale 18605 | 21:04 Viareggio station | 1h13 | 22:17 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18541 | 22:10 Viareggio station | 0h17 | 22:27 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 31 August | |||||
| Regionale 18501 | 5:33 Viareggio station | 0h22 | 5:55 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale Veloce 18659 | 6:00 Viareggio station | 0h26 | 6:26 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 18503 | 6:28 Viareggio station | 0h18 | 6:46 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 18505 | 7:10 Viareggio station | 0h16 | 7:26 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 18621 | 7:23 Viareggio station | 0h20 | 7:43 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 19341 · Regionale 83675 | 7:24 Viareggio station | 0h56 | 8:20 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18507 | 8:10 Viareggio station | 0h17 | 8:27 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 18623 | 8:29 Viareggio station | 0h29 | 8:58 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 18509 | 9:10 Viareggio station | 0h17 | 9:27 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 19351 · Regionale 18563 | 9:13 Viareggio station | 1h05 | 10:18 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Regionale 18511 | 10:14 Viareggio station | 0h17 | 10:31 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 18515 | 12:07 Viareggio station | 0h20 | 12:27 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 18517 | 13:10 Viareggio station | 0h17 | 13:27 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 18627 | 13:29 Viareggio station | 0h29 | 13:58 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 18519 | 14:10 Viareggio station | 0h17 | 14:27 Lucca station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Viareggio to Lucca
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Trains from Viareggio to Lucca run on average 25 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £2 by coach.
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 16m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £2
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 19 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £2
Train companies: Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity from Viareggio to Lucca trainsRegionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity trains will get you between Viareggio and Lucca from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
About
Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Regionale Duration
16m
Cheapest Regionale Price
£4
Regionale frequency
21 a day
Luggage included
Free hand luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service available on some trains with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
Frecciarossa
About
Step on board a Frecciarossa train and relax as you travel across Italy. Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa high-speed trains make around 200 connections across the country each day and are renowned for their comfort, speed, and reduced environmental impact. Reaching speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h), they connect major destinations such as Rome, Florence, Milan, Venice, and Naples quickly and efficiently. When booking your Frecciarossa journey, you can choose between four classes: Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive. While each class offers different levels of comfort, all provide free Wi-Fi access, power outlets, air conditioning, bathrooms, luggage storage, onboard entertainment, and restaurant and bar services. Ticket options include Super Economy, Economy, and Base, making it easy to find the right balance of comfort and price for your trip.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Frecciarossa Duration
49m
Cheapest Frecciarossa Price
£9
Frecciarossa frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag and 1 suitcase per passenger
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at carriage ends, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals, bar service with snacks and beverages, at-seat service in Executive class
Seat reservation
Included in Executive class, optional fee for other classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, service animals free
Quiet zone
Intercity
About
Trenitalia Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Italian national railway company, Trenitalia. It operates throughout the country, with services running from early morning to late evening. The Intercity trains come in two types: the Intercity Plus, which is the fastest and most comfortable, and the Intercity, which is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, power sockets, Wi-Fi, and a bar service. There are several ticket types available, including Standard, Super Economy, and Business. The most popular routes for Trenitalia Intercity are from Rome to Milan, Naples to Florence, and Turin to Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Intercity Duration
55m
Cheapest Intercity Price
£8
Intercity frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Lucca
Things to do in Lucca
Discover the best of Lucca — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lucca trip today.
- Recommended
Museo Nazionale di Palazzo Mansi
National museum in Palazzo Mansi showing painting, furnishings and decorated rooms. Ideal for understanding aristocratic life in Lucca.
- Recommended
Villa Guinigi Museo Nazionale
Museum with archaeology, paintings and historic collections inside a former palace. A strong choice for a broad introduction to Lucca.
- Must visit
Mura Urbane di Lucca
Tree-lined Renaissance walls turned into a pedestrian promenade. Perfect for walking or cycling with broad views over Lucca and its gardens.
- Recommended
Piazza Napoleone
Elegant central square with cafés, civic buildings and a lively atmosphere. A practical base for exploring the surrounding historic streets.
- Recommended
Via Fillungo
Atmospheric shopping street lined with historic buildings, churches and local shops. It gives a vivid sense of everyday life in old Lucca.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Cecina
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.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Ribollita
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.
Tordelli Lucchesi
Handmade pasta filled with seasoned beef and pork, traditionally served with meat ragù. A festive Lucchese favourite with rich, rustic flavour.
Gli Orti di Via Elisa
Contemporary restaurant with a polished atmosphere, offering seasonal Tuscan ingredients and a more creative take on local cuisine.
Trattoria da Giulio
Traditional Lucchese restaurant near the historic centre, known for local pasta, soups and Tuscan mains in a warm, classic setting.
Buca di Sant'Antonio
Historic, elegant dining room serving refined Tuscan cuisine and regional wines. A good choice for a more formal meal in Lucca.
Euro (€)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for pizza, panini, or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
at bus
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.70
- Day pass
- €5.50
To the city centre
Lucca railway station -> Piazza Napoleone, Lucca
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Autolinee Toscane runs Lucca’s urban buses under the Urbano Capoluogo fare. Buy before boarding where possible, or use contactless payment on board with Tip Tap.
- The official at bus app lets you plan journeys, see buses in real time and buy tickets. Validate any ticket as required before travel.
FAQs: Viareggio to Lucca train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Viareggio 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Viareggio to Lucca can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The train journey from Viareggio to Lucca covers a distance of 20 km and takes approximately 16m. Trains run 25 per day.
The train distance from Viareggio to Lucca is 20 km.
The first train from Viareggio to Lucca leaves at 5:30.
The last train from Viareggio to Lucca departs at 23:30.
Trains from Viareggio to Lucca run approximately 25 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Viareggio to Lucca.
Yes, there is a direct train between Viareggio and Lucca. The service operates 19 times per day, provided by Regionale.
To get from Viareggio to Lucca, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Viareggio to Lucca.
The train station in Viareggio that goes to Lucca is Viareggio station, and it arrives at Lucca station.
The cheapest way to get from Viareggio to Lucca is by coach, costing approximately £2.
Booking trains from Viareggio to Lucca in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Viareggio to Lucca is considered scenic, featuring picturesque views of the Tuscan countryside, including rolling hills, olive groves, and charming Italian villages along the route.
Yes, a day trip from Viareggio to Lucca is feasible. The journey takes 16m and covers 20 km. Trains run 25 times per day.
In Lucca, you can walk the Renaissance Walls for panoramic views, visit Puccini's Birthplace museum, explore the Botanical Garden, and attend the Lucca Summer Festival for live music. For sightseeing, see the Lucca Cathedral, climb the Guinigi Tower, enjoy Piazza dell'Anfiteatro, admire San Michele in Foro, and visit Palazzo Pfanner. You can also take a cooking class to learn traditional Tuscan dishes.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Lucca is sufficient to explore its historic city walls, charming piazzas, and notable landmarks like the Guinigi Tower and the Cathedral of San Martino.
Yes, you can take the train from Viareggio to Lucca.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Viareggio and Lucca
Most Viareggio to Lucca trains use the Viareggio to Lucca station pair, with some services arriving at Ponte A Moriano. Use this guide to compare Viareggio and Lucca train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Viareggio
Arrival train stations in Lucca
Which Viareggio station do trains to Lucca leave from?
Trains from Viareggio to Lucca leave from Viareggio. The station is from Viareggio city centre at Piazza Dante Alighieri, 55049 Viareggio LU, Italy.
ViareggioPiazza Dante Alighieri, 55049 Viareggio LU, Italy+39 0584 388388
City-centre transport
Getting to Viareggio from Viareggio city centre
BusSeveral lines available
TaxiAvailable outside the station
Viareggio train station facilities and services
Viareggio 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Da Giorgio, Ristorante Santa Monica
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Viareggio. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Viareggio. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Viareggio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Viareggio: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Viareggio: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza e de Russie, Hotel President, Hotel Bella Riviera.
Which Lucca station do trains from Viareggio arrive at?
Trains from Viareggio to Lucca most often arrive at Lucca. Some services arrive at Ponte A Moriano, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Lucca arrival station.
LuccaPiazzale Ricasoli, 55100 Lucca LU, Italy+39 0583 4671
City-centre transport
Getting to Lucca from Lucca city centre
Bus3+ · 6m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
Lucca train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Giglio, Osteria Baralla
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lucca. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lucca. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lucca: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lucca: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lucca: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Grand Universe Lucca, Hotel Ilaria, Albergo San Martino.
Ponte A Moriano55100 Lucca, Province of Lucca, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Ponte A Moriano from Lucca city centre
Ponte A Moriano is 7 km from Lucca city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRe · 11m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Bus59, E4, E12, E14, E5, E10, E13 · 18m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
51, 59, E4, E12, E5, E10 · 20m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
E4, E12, E14, E5, E10, E13 · 32m · £2 · every ~3 min
Ponte A Moriano train station facilities and services
Ponte A Moriano has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ponte A Moriano.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Ponte A Moriano.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ponte A Moriano.
S. Pietro A Vico55100 Lucca, Province of Lucca, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to S. Pietro A Vico from Lucca city centre
S. Pietro A Vico is 4 km from Lucca city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRe · 6m · £0.90 · every ~1 min
Bus59 · 12m · £0.90 · every ~1 min
E4, E12, E14, E5, E10, E13 · 25m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
S. Pietro A Vico train station facilities and services
S. Pietro A Vico has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at S. Pietro A Vico: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
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