Pisa → Florence by train
Pure Regionale territory: fixed price, no reservations, just validate your ticket before boarding (or buy a digital one in the Trenitalia app). Perfect airport-to-Florence link.
Who runs this route
| Operator | Type | Where to book |
|---|---|---|
| RegionaleTrenitalia | Regional, no seat reservation | Trenitalia app or station machine |
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Timetable at a glance
Services run 2–3 per hour, first departure around 04:30 and last around 22:30. Exact times shift with the seasonal timetable — treat these as planning anchors and confirm the day before you travel.
Buying tickets: when and where
Regional and Intercity fares are mostly fixed — there is no advantage in booking months ahead. Buy the day before or on the day in the Trenitalia app, or at a station machine.
Tickets are digital — show the QR code from the app or a printout. On Regionale services with paper tickets, validate in the green machines before boarding. High-speed and Intercity tickets are train-specific; Regionale tickets are flexible within their validity window.
The stations
Pisa Centrale
25 minutes on foot to the Leaning Tower, or the LAM Rossa bus.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella
The station is a 10-minute walk from the Duomo — you rarely need a taxi.
Alternatives, honestly compared
Bus: FlixBus and Itabus connect Pisa and Florence for less money but roughly double the time — the budget backstop. Driving: around 81 km on autostrade; add tolls, fuel and city ZTL zones (limited-traffic areas with cameras), which make cars a liability in historic centres. Flying only makes sense with checked bags and airport-side hotels — city-centre to city-centre, the train wins on this route.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the train from Pisa to Florence?
The typical journey time is 50 min – 1 h 05 min. Frequency: 2–3 per hour.
How much does the Pisa to Florence train cost?
Tickets cost from €9.30; prices on this route are largely fixed.
Which stations does the Pisa–Florence train use?
Departures use Pisa Centrale and arrive at Firenze Santa Maria Novella.
Do I need to book in advance?
Regional and Intercity fares are mostly fixed — there is no advantage in booking months ahead. Buy the day before or on the day in the Trenitalia app, or at a station machine.
What is the first and last departure?
First departure around 04:30, last around 22:30 — exact times vary by day, check before travel.
Is the train the best way to get from Pisa to Florence?
Pure Regionale territory: fixed price, no reservations, just validate your ticket before boarding (or buy a digital one in the Trenitalia app). Perfect airport-to-Florence link.