- Must visit
Museo Civico Amedeo Lia
One of the city's finest art museums, housing paintings, miniatures, sculptures, and decorative arts from the Middle Ages to the 18th century.
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pisa to La Spezia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pisa to La Spezia will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 5 buses that leave Pisa for La Spezia on Thu, Jun 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct buses cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest buses will take 1 h 35 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pisa to La Spezia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train 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 Pisa to La Spezia:
A bus is $1 (€0.97) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pisa to La Spezia costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to La Spezia take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 18m.
Tickets start at around $10 (€8) compared to roughly $26 (€21) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $17 (€13). The journey takes 1h 18m versus 55m 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 FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Itabus.
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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
The table below shows live departures for Pisa to La Spezia buses for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:10 PM Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) | 1h15 | 7:25 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
206 | 7:35 PM Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) | 1h10 | 8:45 PM La Spezia, Viale Italia c/o Chiosco delle Palme | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM Pisa, Aeroporto Parcheggio Aurelia | 1h35 | 1:05 AM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Pisa to La Spezia run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of La Spezia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect La Spezia trip today.
One of the city's finest art museums, housing paintings, miniatures, sculptures, and decorative arts from the Middle Ages to the 18th century.
Naval museum near the Arsenale with historic figureheads, maritime artifacts, weapons, and models reflecting La Spezia's long military and seafaring history.
Modern and contemporary art museum with rotating exhibitions and a permanent collection, appealing to visitors interested in 20th-century and current visual culture.
Waterfront promenade lined with palms, boats, and views across the harbor, ideal for a relaxed walk and one of the city's most pleasant public spaces.
Main pedestrian shopping and strolling street in the historic center, animated and practical for visitors moving between key sights.
Central square redesigned with striking contemporary features, often photographed and a useful reference point for exploring the city center.
Stuffed mussels, a La Spezia specialty, filled with breadcrumbs, herbs, cheese, and often mortadella, then cooked in tomato sauce.
A traditional Spezzino soup of chickpeas, beans, and wheat grains, born as a humble port dish and still closely associated with the city.
A thin savory chickpea pancake baked in a wood oven, common across Liguria and especially popular as a street food snack in La Spezia.
A well-known refined restaurant in La Spezia, appreciated for creative Ligurian cuisine, fresh seafood, and an elegant but relaxed atmosphere.
A respected contemporary dining spot offering polished seafood-focused cuisine and a modern setting suited to a special dinner.
An established traditional trattoria known for local seafood dishes, Ligurian classics, and a warm, unfussy atmosphere.
Generally moderate by Italian standards. Cafes and casual meals are reasonable, while waterfront dining and peak-season stays cost more.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is modest: round up, leave EUR 1-2 for coffee, or 5-10% for excellent restaurant service.
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La Spezia, Via Giosuè Carducci -> La Spezia Centrale
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