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Cinque Terre National Park Visitor Center
Small local interpretation space dedicated to Cinque Terre's landscape, trails, and terraced heritage near Vernazza.
Cheapest price
€4
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
57 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pisa to Vernazza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pisa to Vernazza will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
Of the 3 buses that leave Pisa for Vernazza on Wed, Aug 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 74 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 1 h 20 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pisa to Vernazza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 5m. 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 €5, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 45 miles (74 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€7 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price | €25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m 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 Vernazza:
A bus is €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pisa to Vernazza costing on average €12.
Other travel options to Vernazza take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 18m.
You'll arrive about 39m sooner (1h 5m by bus vs 1h 44m by car) and save roughly €18 compared to fuel and tolls (€7 vs €25). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
The table below shows live departures for Pisa to Vernazza buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:00 PM Pisa | 0h50 | 1:50 PM Vernazza | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 PM Pisa | 0h40 | 8:00 PM Vernazza | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 PM Pisa | 0h40 | 8:30 PM Vernazza | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 12:30 AM Pisa | 0h40 | 1:10 AM Vernazza | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:40 AM Pisa | 1h20 | 8:00 AM Vernazza | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Pisa to Vernazza run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:37, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 45 miles (74 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 45 miles (74 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 12:37 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 84 days |
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Small local interpretation space dedicated to Cinque Terre's landscape, trails, and terraced heritage near Vernazza.
Community exhibition area that occasionally presents local art, photography, and heritage displays tied to the village.
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Iconic little harbor and piazza at the heart of Vernazza, perfect for photos, boats, and the village atmosphere.
Main waterfront area with colorful houses, small boats, and one of the most recognizable scenes in Cinque Terre.
Popular viewpoint on the Monterosso trail, famous for postcard panoramas of Vernazza and the Ligurian Sea.
Liguria’s signature sauce of basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano and olive oil, traditionally served with trofie or trenette. A regional classic tied to nearby Genoa.
Small twisted pasta from Liguria, most famously paired with pesto. It is one of the most traditional pasta shapes eaten along the Cinque Terre coast.
Chickpea flour flatbread baked until crisp outside and soft inside. A beloved Ligurian street food, simple and traditional in seaside towns.
Casual local spot popular for fresh seafood cones, fried fish and quick lunches. A practical choice for traditional flavors near the harbor.
Well-known harborside restaurant known for fresh seafood, pasta and local wine, with a polished yet relaxed atmosphere and sea views.
Established seafood restaurant on the waterfront, appreciated for anchovy dishes, pasta and a scenic terrace above Vernazza harbor.
Moderate for Italy, but pricier than many small towns. Lodging and dining rise in peak season; trains are reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Taxis are usually rounded up; cafes do not expect tips.
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