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Museo Piaggio
Flagship museum of Piaggio and Vespa history, displaying iconic scooters, prototypes, and industrial design in a restored factory setting.
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Genoa Piazza Principe to Pontedera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Genoa Piazza Principe to Pontedera will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 1 trains that leave Genoa Piazza Principe for Pontedera on Mon, Aug 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 160 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 3 h 5 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Genoa Piazza Principe to Pontedera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €19, and a bus costs an average of €20.
Distance: 99 miles (160 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€19 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price | €31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Genoa Piazza Principe to Pontedera:
A train is €1 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Genoa Piazza Principe to Pontedera costing on average €20.
Other travel options to Pontedera take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 31m.
Tickets start at around €19 compared to roughly €31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €13. The journey takes 2h 31m versus 2h 18m 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 Genoa Piazza Principe to Pontedera trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:50 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h11 | 1:01 PM Pontedera | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Genoa Piazza Principe to Pontedera run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 05:11. The fastest train covers the 99 miles (160 km) distance in 4h 58m.
Distance 99 miles (160 km) |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 4h 58m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 5:11 AM |
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Flagship museum of Piaggio and Vespa history, displaying iconic scooters, prototypes, and industrial design in a restored factory setting.
Contemporary art center hosting temporary exhibitions, photography, and cultural programming in a modern civic venue.
Archaeology museum presenting finds from the Valdera area, useful for understanding the territory from prehistory onward.
Main square of Pontedera, a central meeting point framed by civic buildings, shops, and regular public events.
Historic central street ideal for strolling, shopping, and observing the town’s everyday urban character.
Tree-lined urban park offering open green space, walking paths, and a relaxed break near the center.
Tuscan bread soup with tomatoes, stale bread, basil and olive oil. A humble classic across Pisa province, loved for turning simple pantry staples into comfort food.
A thick vegetable and bean soup with black cabbage, cannellini beans and bread. Traditional in Tuscany and common in local homes and trattorias.
Hand-cut pasta ribbons traditionally served with slow-cooked wild boar sauce. Popular in inland Tuscany, including around Pontedera, for its rich game flavor.
Refined restaurant with creative Tuscan cuisine, seasonal ingredients and a more elegant atmosphere for a special meal.
Established Tuscan restaurant known for regional meat dishes, pasta and a classic dining room atmosphere in central Pontedera.
Well-known traditional venue serving pizza, Tuscan favorites and seafood in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
Moderate for Italy: dining and coffee are reasonable, but hotels can rise in peak season. Local transit is limited, so train and taxi costs may add up for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Pontedera-Casciana Terme -> Piazza Cavour, Pontedera
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Genoa Piazza Principe to Pontedera 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 Pontedera, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Genoa Piazza Principe to Pontedera trains use the Genova Brignole to Pontedera-Casciana T. station pair. Use this guide to compare Genoa Piazza Principe and Pontedera train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Genova Piazza Principe is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Piazza Principe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Salgari, Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Piazza Principe: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Continental Genova, Grand Hotel Savoia, Hotel Britannia.
Pontedera-Casciana T. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Enoteca La Cantinetta, Osteria del Sole
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Pontedera-Casciana T.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pontedera-Casciana T.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pontedera-Casciana T.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pontedera-Casciana T.: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontedera-Casciana T.: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Armonia, Hotel La Pace, Hotel Il Falchetto.
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