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Museo delle Sinopie
Museum displaying the preparatory sinopia drawings for the Camposanto frescoes, an important insight into medieval artistic techniques in Pisa.
Cheapest price
$538
Average price
$538
Fastest journey
18 h 32 m
Average duration
18 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
878 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Pisa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Pisa will cost around $538 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $538.
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf to Pisa without transferring at least 4 times.
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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Pisa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $73. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $73, and a train costs an average of $538.
Distance: 545 miles (878 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$538 Average price | $106 Average price Cheapest | $489 Average price | $209 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 2m Average total duration 18h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 21m Average total duration 18h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 11m Average total duration Fastest 6h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Pisa:
A bus is $383 (€310) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Pisa costing on average $489 (€395).
A bus is $433 (€350) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Pisa costing on average $538 (€435).
Other travel options to Pisa take longer:
Train takes on average 18h 32m.
Bus takes on average 18h 51m.
Tickets start at around $538 (€435) compared to roughly $209 (€169) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-328.89 (€-265.85). The journey takes 18h 32m versus 12h 14m 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.
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Pisa run on average 1 times per day, taking around 18h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $538 (€435) but you can travel from only $73 (€59) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:42, the last at 18:50. The fastest train covers the 545 miles (878 km) distance in 18h 32m.
Distance 545 miles (878 km) |
Average train duration 18h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $538 (€435) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 18h 32m |
First train 1:42 AM |
Last train 6:50 PM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Historic shopping street lined with arcades, cafes, and elegant buildings, ideal for a central walk through Pisa.
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A traditional Tuscan bread salad with tomatoes, onion, cucumber, basil, olive oil, and vinegar. In Pisa it is a classic summer dish that highlights local produce.
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Generally moderate by Italian standards: cafes and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels near major sights cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 for good service is appreciated. Taxis are usually rounded up.
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Pisa Centrale, Pisa -> Piazza del Duomo, Pisa
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