- Must visit
Museo dei Bozzetti Pierluigi Gherardi
Civic museum with sculpture, archaeology and modern works that reflect Pietrasanta’s long link with marble and artists.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Viareggio to Pietrasanta 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 train, which has an average total journey time of 47m. 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 £3.
Distance: 9 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£3 Average Price | £2 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Viareggio to Pietrasanta:
A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Viareggio to Pietrasanta costing on average £3.
Other travel options to Pietrasanta take longer:
Coach takes on average 18m.
The journey is about 3m faster (17m by train vs 20m by car) and roughly £0.90 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£3 vs £4). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Regionale.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Viareggio to Pietrasanta run on average 25 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £2 by coach.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 9 km distance in 9m.
Distance 9 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 23:16 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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Civic museum with sculpture, archaeology and modern works that reflect Pietrasanta’s long link with marble and artists.
Gallery space in the former church complex hosting changing contemporary art exhibitions in the heart of the old town.
Historic church interior used for temporary art exhibitions, combining sacred architecture with Pietrasanta’s gallery culture.
Pietrasanta’s main square, framed by the cathedral, sculptures and cafés; the natural starting point for any town visit.
Pleasant central square near Sant'Agostino, often animated by markets and outdoor artworks, with a relaxed local feel.
Elegant street through the historic centre lined with galleries, artisan spaces and period buildings linked to local art life.
A rustic Tuscan chickpea flatbread baked in a wood oven. It is a local street-food staple across Versilia and prized for its simple savoury flavour.
Fresh pasta ribbons traditionally served with a slow-cooked meat ragù. It is a classic Sunday dish in northern Tuscany, including the Pietrasanta area.
Thick Tuscan bread soup made with black cabbage, beans and vegetables, usually enriched with day-old bread. It is a frugal and deeply traditional regional dish.
Stylish central restaurant focused on seafood and polished Tuscan cooking, popular for leisurely dinners in Pietrasanta.
Established seafood restaurant near the historic centre, known for refined fish dishes and an elegant but relaxed setting.
Traditional Tuscan restaurant serving local meat dishes, pasta and regional classics in a warm, rustic atmosphere.
Moderate for Tuscany: lodging and dining cost more than smaller inland towns, but cafés, local trattorie and regional rail remain manageable for most visitors.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés only if service was good.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Viareggio to Pietrasanta 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 Pietrasanta, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Viareggio to Pietrasanta trains use the Viareggio to Pietrasanta station pair. Use this guide to compare Viareggio and Pietrasanta train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Ristorante Da Giorgio, Ristorante Santa Monica
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Viareggio. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Viareggio. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Viareggio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Viareggio: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Viareggio: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza e de Russie, Hotel President, Hotel Bella Riviera.
Pietrasanta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Enoteca Marcucci, Osteria Barsanti 54
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Pietrasanta. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pietrasanta.
Available at Pietrasanta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pietrasanta: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pietrasanta.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Palazzo Guiscardo, Albergo Pietrasanta, Hotel Stipino.
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