Firenze S. M. Novella to Pisa Central Trains from €9.80

Departure station: Departing from Firenze Santa Maria Novella

Your journey begins at Firenze Santa Maria Novella, Florence's main railway station and the starting point for thousands of day trips across Tuscany. Conveniently located on the edge of the city's historic centre, it's within walking distance of attractions such as Piazza del Duomo, Piazza della Repubblica and the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella, making it an easy station to reach whether you're staying overnight or visiting Florence for the day.

The station is well signposted and easy to navigate, with shops, cafés, supermarkets and waiting areas throughout the concourse. It can become particularly busy during the morning rush and summer weekends, so allow yourself a little extra time to reach your platform. 

Arrive a little early and grab an espresso and pastry before boarding. Travellers with luggage can also use the Deposito Bagagli left-luggage facility, allowing you to enjoy a few more hours in Florence without carrying heavy bags.

Most services to Pisa depart from the main ground-level platforms, so you won't need to allow extra time to reach underground high-speed platforms as you would at some larger Italian stations. Even so, arriving around 20 minutes before departure gives you plenty of time to check the departure boards and find your platform.

Arrival station: Arriving at Pisa Central

Your train from Firenze S. M. Novella will arrive at Pisa Centrale, the city's main railway station and the gateway to one of Italy's most famous landmarks. The station sits just south of the historic centre, making it a convenient arrival point whether you're spending the day in Pisa or continuing your journey along the Tuscan coast.

The Leaning Tower of Pisa is around a 20 to 25 minute walk from the station, or you can catch a local bus if you would rather save your energy. The walk is mostly flat and takes you through some of Pisa's quieter streets before you reach the historic centre. If you're heading to Pisa Airport, the PisaMover shuttle provides a quick connection between Pisa Centrale and the terminal in only a few minutes.

Outside the station, you'll find official taxi ranks, local buses and plenty of cafés if you fancy a drink before continuing your trip. If you're returning to Florence later in the day, keep an eye on the departure boards, as regional services run frequently between the two cities.

The Firenze S. M. Novella to Pisa Central route is operated by Trenitalia, with frequent Regionale and Regionale Veloce trains running throughout the day. Whether you're visiting Pisa for a few hours or continuing your journey through Tuscany, you'll find regular departures and comfortable trains that make travelling between the two cities simple and convenient. Most travellers use the route for a day trip, although it's also a handy connection if you're continuing towards the Ligurian coast.

Regionale and Regionale Veloce trains

• Avg. duration: From 51 minutes
• Best for: Affordable fares, frequent departures and flexible day trips between Florence and Pisa
• Onboard perks: Comfortable standard seating, luggage racks, overhead storage and air conditioning on most services.
• Worth Knowing: Regionale and Regionale Veloce trains are the most common options on this route. Seat reservations are generally not required, giving you greater flexibility if your plans change. During weekends and the summer season, it's worth boarding a little earlier if you'd like a window seat for views of the Tuscan countryside. If you're travelling with a suitcase, try boarding near the middle of the train where luggage racks are often easier to access.

• Book ahead during busy periods: Although regional fares are generally consistent, trains can become busy during weekends, school holidays and the summer months when thousands of visitors make the trip to Pisa. Booking early through TrainPal makes it easy to secure your journey in advance.
• Perfect for a day trip: Many travellers visit Pisa from Florence for the day. With journey times of under an hour and frequent departures in both directions, it's easy to spend several hours exploring before returning in the evening.
• Keep an eye on live departures: Platform numbers occasionally change, particularly during periods of engineering work or disruption. After booking your train tickets from Firenze S. M. Novella to Pisa Central with TrainPal, you can check live journey updates before heading to the station.
• Enjoy the Tuscan scenery: The route passes vineyards, olive groves and small Tuscan towns before reaching Pisa. A seat by the window offers some lovely countryside views, especially in spring and early autumn.
• Book with TrainPal: TrainPal lets you compare train tickets from Firenze S. M. Novella to Pisa Central, store your digital tickets in one place and access live journey information, making travelling across Italy straightforward from departure to arrival.