Pisa Centrale (Train Station): Departures and guide

Travel from Pisa city center to train station Pisa Centrale

Pisa is an Italian city that is bursting with charm. Far more than just leaning towers, Pisa is home to staggering museums, gorgeous old streets and opulent piazzas. Visiting the city center is luckily very straightforward from train station Pisa Centrale. From the exterior, the train station appears more of a romantic villa rather than a transportation hub. The station services many cities in Italy, as well as other European nations such as Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. Due to the damage the station obtained during WWII, its design was updated but still leans towards its original façade. The interior of the train station Pisa Centrale has a modernistic feel and is equipped with all of the amenities you would come to expect for a busy European railway station.

What is the best way to get to the train station from the city center?

Walking to the train station Pisa Centrale from the city center is a suitable option for most, as the Via Amerigo Vespucci leads directly to the station. There are two bus companies in Pisa that serve routes to the train station Pisa Centrale. Compagnia Pisana Trasport (or CPA) is the local bus and the Linee ad Alta Mobilità (or LAM), which offers express service. Both bus services run frequent schedules from 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. After that, buses still run until 11:00 p.m., but service is less frequent. The CPA service charges 1.50 EUR. It is 2 EUR for the LAM service.

A unique factor of Pisa is their bicycling service, which is also a viable transport option to and from the station from the city center. This service, called Ciclopi, allows residents and tourists alike to use bicycles as a way to get around. The bikes are available 24 hours a day for five euros. For those staying in the city for an extended period, they can be useful and have a pick-up and drop-off point at 25 "bike stations" including Pisa Centrale. If excess luggage is a concern, taxi services may be viable. The taxi ride costs around five euros for a short distance. (All prices are correct as of October 2019).

How far is it from the city center to the train station?

The city center is close to the train station Pisa Centrale and located only 382 yards (350 meters) away. This makes it convenient for visitors to sightsee and arrive back to the station with little hassle. Walking will take roughly eight minutes. The direct route entails going westerly on Via Amerigo Vespucci. Turn left at the Piazza della Stazione; from there, the posted signage leads to the train station Pisa Centrale. The city buses, both the CPA and LAM bus, take approximately 2 minutes with little traffic. During peak times, it can be up to four minutes of travel time from Via Amerigo Vespucci to the station. The buses leave every 10 minutes during regular daytime hours.

The LAM Verde (green) line is recommended to get to the train station Pisa Centrale. The CPA bus line number 16 and line number 5 also will drop off at the station. It is recommended to use buses before 6:00 p.m. as service becomes less frequent. The length of time it would take to get to the station by bicycle depends on traffic. A general rule is that it would take 6:00 minutes to arrive at Pisa Centrale from the city center. Taxis will take 2-5 minutes to get from the street to the station as well.

How accessible is the train station for those with limited mobility?

Italian transportation centers are well equipped for those with limited mobility and train station Pisa Centrale is no exception. For those that need special services, they can go to the Sale Blu (blue rooms), where there are attendants at standby. The Sale Blu is open from 6:45 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and provides elevator services both in and out of the trains, on-site wheelchairs and free use of baggage trollies. The station also contains a bag check-in area where luggage can be safely stored. The check-in area is also open from 6:45 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and it costs six euro per bag placed in storage.

Local tips: the train station points of interest

One of the advantages of the train station Pisa Centrale is being located near to the city center. The Leaning Tower is a prominent feature of Pisa and the most popular. Yet, there are other points of interest in Pisa not to miss. Notable for its beautiful marble archways and filled with murals and paintings is the Duomo di San Gimignano which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Nestled on the banks of the Arno River, the Museo Nazionale is home to countless works of art from the 13th century. The museum also contains ancient religious texts from the various churches in Pisa. Piazza dei Cavalieri (Knight's Square) offers the view of the intriguing architect. The standout is an impressive 16th century Palazzo dell' Orologio (Palace of the Clock) situated as the square's main landmark.