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Museo delle Sinopie
Pisa's main museum displays sculptures, paintings, manuscripts, and treasures from the cathedral complex and the city.
Cheapest price
zł310
Average price
zł466
Fastest journey
12 h 28 m
Average duration
13 h 48 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
796 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Catania to Pisa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania to Pisa will cost around zł466 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł310.
It's difficult to get from Catania to Pisa without transferring at least once.
Intercity 724+
InterCityNotte 796
InterCityNotte 89524 · InterCityNotte 89512
InterCityNotte 1960+
Regionale Veloce 4130+
Intercity 510
Intercity 724+
FRECCIAROSSA 9568+
Regionale 18251
InterCityNotte 1960+
FRECCIAROSSA 9414+
Regionale Veloce 4027
Intercity 734+
FRECCIAROSSA 9658+
FRECCIABIANCA 8630
Intercity 734 · Intercity 822
InterCityNotte 1960+
FRECCIAROSSA 9414+
Regionale Veloce 4027
InterCityNotte 89524 · InterCityNotte 89512
Intercity 724+
FRECCIAROSSA 9568+
Regionale 18251Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Catania to Pisa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from zł178. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł178, and a flight costs an average of zł92.
Distance: 494 miles (796 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
zł439 Average price | zł570 Average price | zł388 Average price Cheapest | zł276 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 25m Average total duration 12h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 55m Average total duration 15h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Catania to Pisa:
A bus is zł51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Catania to Pisa costing on average zł439.
A bus is zł182 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Catania to Pisa costing on average zł570.
Other travel options to Pisa take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 55m.
Bus takes on average 15h 25m.
Tickets start at around zł439 compared to roughly zł276 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł-162.94. The journey takes 12h 55m versus 11h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Catania to Pisa trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 734 · Intercity 822 | 8:52 AM Catania Centrale | 13h49 | 10:41 PM Pisa Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 734+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658+ FRECCIABIANCA 8630 | 8:52 AM Catania Centrale | 12h28 | 9:20 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 724+ InterCityNotte 796 | 11:33 AM Catania Centrale | 15h50 | 3:23 AM Pisa Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 724+ FRECCIAROSSA 9568+ Regionale 18251 | 11:33 AM Catania Centrale | 14h30 | 2:03 AM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 89524 · InterCityNotte 89512 | 7:01 PM Catania Centrale | 14h21 | 9:22 AM Pisa Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 1960+ FRECCIAROSSA 9414+ Regionale Veloce 4027 | 10:33 PM Catania Centrale | 13h52 | 12:25 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 1960+ Regionale Veloce 4130+ Intercity 510 | 10:33 PM Catania Centrale | 15h11 | 1:44 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Catania to Pisa run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł187 but you can travel from only zł92 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 494 miles (796 km) distance in 13h 16m.
Distance 494 miles (796 km) |
Average train duration 12h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price zł187 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 13h 16m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Best time to book 70 days |
Discover the best of Pisa — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pisa trip today.
Pisa's main museum displays sculptures, paintings, manuscripts, and treasures from the cathedral complex and the city.
Museum of preparatory sinopias from Camposanto frescoes, offering rare insight into medieval artistic techniques and restoration.
Museum in Palazzo Lanfranchi with 19th- and 20th-century art, including works by Tuscan artists and temporary exhibitions.
Pisa's UNESCO square gathers the Leaning Tower, cathedral, baptistery, and cemetery in one extraordinary monumental ensemble.
Historic square framed by noble buildings and the Scuola Normale, central to Pisa's medieval civic and political life.
Lively riverside promenade ideal for walking, with historic palaces, bridges, and classic views of the Arno through the city center.
Cecina is a thin wood-fired chickpea flour pancake, crisp outside and soft inside. It is a classic street food across Pisa and coastal Tuscany.
Pappa al pomodoro is a thick bread and tomato soup with garlic, basil, and olive oil. It is a beloved Tuscan peasant dish often found in Pisa.
Ribollita is a hearty Tuscan soup of bread, beans, and vegetables, traditionally reheated the next day. It reflects the frugal home cooking of the area.
Well-known traditional trattoria serving classic Tuscan plates and local specialties in a warm, rustic atmosphere.
Casual, established spot famous for cecina and pizza in a lively local setting. Ideal for trying one of Pisa’s signature foods.
Historic Pisan restaurant known for refined Tuscan seafood and meat dishes in an elegant, traditional setting near the center.
Moderate for Italy. Budget eats and local transit are reasonable, but hotels near the Leaning Tower and peak-season dining cost more than in smaller Tuscan towns.
Service is often included or minimal. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catania to Pisa by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pisa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Catania to Pisa trains use the Catania Centrale to Pisa Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Pisa San Rossore. Use this guide to compare Catania and Pisa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pisa Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Panetteria Binario 1
There is free Wi-Fi available at the McDonald's.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 20:30. Information desks are located just outside the station on Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II.
Luggage storage is there is a luggage storage office near the end of Platform 1.
Available at Pisa Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pisa Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pisa Centrale: Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators, ramps, and disabled parking. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Pisa, Hotel La Pace, Hotel Maria.
Pisa San Rossore is 1 km from Pisa city centre. Public transport options include:
Pisa San Rossore has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Ristorante pizzeria, SushiKing, Ristorante Cinese Oriente
The ticket office is open 24/7.
Available at Pisa San Rossore: Parking, WC.
Available at Pisa San Rossore: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pisa San Rossore: Elevators on every platform. Sala Blu services can be reached at +39 0647308579.
Nearby hotels include Rosso di Sera Relais Tuscany, Le Cascine, Camping Village Torre Pendente.
Pisa, Aeroporto Galilei Di Pisa is 1 km from Pisa city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Pisa, Aeroporto Galilei Di Pisa has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pisa, Aeroporto Galilei Di Pisa.
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