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Museo delle Sinopie
Museum displaying the preparatory sinopia drawings for Pisa's Camposanto frescoes, offering rare insight into medieval mural techniques in Piazza dei Miracoli.
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h
Buses per day
16
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Pisa Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Pisa Centrale will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 16 buses that leave Florence Santa Maria Novella for Pisa Centrale on Sun, Jun 21, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 69 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 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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FlibcoOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Pisa Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a bus costs an average of $8.
Distance: 42 miles (69 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Pisa Centrale:
A train is $0.55 (€0.45) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Pisa Centrale costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Pisa Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 36m.
Tickets start at around $12 (€10) compared to roughly $17 (€14) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $4 (€4). The journey takes 1h 20m versus 1h 7m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by flibco, FlixBus, Flibco, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Pisa Centrale buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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206 | 5:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h45 | 7:35 PM Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h35 | 8:45 PM Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h35 | 9:35 PM Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h40 | 12:50 AM Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Flibco | 2:50 AM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1h25 | 4:15 AM Pisa, Aeroporto internazionale “Galileo Galilei” (P6) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 3:15 AM Firenze, Piazza della Stazione (Firenze Santa Maria Novella) | 1h00 | 4:15 AM Pisa, Aeroporto internazionale “Galileo Galilei” (P6) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1h15 | 6:20 AM Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 7:00 AM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1h00 | 8:00 AM Pisa, Aeroporto internazionale “Galileo Galilei” (P6) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 10:30 AM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1h00 | 11:30 AM Pisa, Aeroporto internazionale “Galileo Galilei” (P6) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 12:00 PM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1h00 | 1:00 PM Pisa, Aeroporto internazionale “Galileo Galilei” (P6) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h05 | 1:50 PM Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 1:00 PM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1h00 | 2:00 PM Pisa, Aeroporto internazionale “Galileo Galilei” (P6) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 2:15 PM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1h00 | 3:15 PM Pisa, Aeroporto internazionale “Galileo Galilei” (P6) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 4:20 PM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1h00 | 5:20 PM Pisa, Aeroporto internazionale “Galileo Galilei” (P6) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h05 | 6:05 PM Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Pisa Centrale run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 11:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 42 miles (69 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 42 miles (69 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 11:25 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Pisa Centrale — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pisa Centrale trip today.
Museum displaying the preparatory sinopia drawings for Pisa's Camposanto frescoes, offering rare insight into medieval mural techniques in Piazza dei Miracoli.
Museum of the Cathedral complex with sculptures, treasure pieces, and works linked to the monuments of Piazza dei Miracoli.
Major exhibition venue on the Arno hosting art shows and cultural displays in a restored historic palace popular with locals and visitors.
Monumental square containing Pisa's most famous buildings, essential for first-time visitors and one of Italy's most iconic urban spaces.
The riverside promenades along the Arno offer classic views, historic facades, and one of the city's best walking experiences.
Elegant historic square lined with major academic and civic buildings, central to Pisa's medieval and Renaissance identity.
Thin savory pancake made from chickpea flour, water, and olive oil, baked in a hot oven. A classic Tuscan street food common in Pisa and nearby Livorno.
Traditional Tuscan bread and tomato soup made with stale bread, tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil. Comforting and deeply tied to local cucina povera.
Hearty Tuscan vegetable and bread soup, usually with cannellini beans, kale, and stale bread. It is one of the region’s most iconic peasant dishes.
Established central Pisa restaurant known for refined Tuscan cuisine, seafood, and seasonal ingredients in an elegant but relaxed setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant near the historic center, appreciated for classic Pisan and Tuscan dishes, pasta, and a cozy local atmosphere.
Historic-style trattoria recognized for Tuscan meat dishes, taglieri, and rustic regional cooking in a warm, old-town setting.
Prices are moderate for Italy. Casual meals are reasonable, while tourist-area dining and summer stays cost more.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Pisa Centrale by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pisa Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence Santa Maria Novella to Pisa Centrale buses use the Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 to Pisa, Aeroporto internazionale “Galileo Galilei” (P6) station pair, with some services arriving at Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina). Use this guide to compare Florence Santa Maria Novella and Pisa Centrale bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze).
Available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Elevators, ramps.
Pisa, Aeroporto internazionale “Galileo Galilei” (P6) is 1 km from Pisa city centre. Public transport options include:
Pisa, Aeroporto internazionale “Galileo Galilei” (P6) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Ristorante Aeroporto (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Trattoria Toscana (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the terminal building.
Ticket office support is available at Pisa, Aeroporto internazionale “Galileo Galilei” (P6).
Available at Pisa, Aeroporto internazionale “Galileo Galilei” (P6): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pisa, Aeroporto internazionale “Galileo Galilei” (P6).
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