- Must visit
Puccini Museum - Casa Natale
The birthplace of composer Giacomo Puccini, displaying family rooms, manuscripts, instruments, and memorabilia linked to his life and work.
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Genoa to Lucca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Genoa to Lucca will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
It's difficult to get from Genoa to Lucca without transferring at least once.
Regionale 22861 · Regionale 19379 · Regionale 18537
Regionale 12411 · Regionale 18407 · Regionale 18641
Regionale Veloce 12321 · Regionale 19355 · Regionale 18515
Regionale 12381 · Regionale 19367 · Regionale 83681
Regionale Veloce 12321 · Regionale 19355 · Regionale 83679
FRECCIABIANCA 8601+
Regionale 18505
FRECCIABIANCA 8613+
Regionale 18519
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+
Regionale 18531
FRECCIARGENTO 8583+
Regionale 83675
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+
Regionale 18527Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Genoa to Lucca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 15m. 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 train costs an average of $17, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 86 miles (140 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus 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 Genoa to Lucca:
A train is $0.09 (€0.07) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Genoa to Lucca costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to Lucca take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 47m.
Tickets start at around $20 (€17) compared to roughly $54 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $34 (€27). The journey takes 2h 47m versus 2h 4m 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 to Lucca trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIABIANCA 8601+ Regionale 18505 | 5:07 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h19 | 7:26 AM Lucca station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8583+ Regionale 83675 | 5:48 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h45 | 8:33 AM San Pietro a Vico | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8583+ Regionale 83675 | 5:48 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h32 | 8:20 AM Lucca station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8605+ Regionale 18509 | 6:50 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h37 | 9:27 AM Lucca station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8551+ Regionale 18559 | 7:05 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h45 | 9:50 AM Lucca station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 · Regionale 19355 · Regionale 83679 | 7:11 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 7h12 | 2:23 PM San Pietro a Vico | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 · Regionale 19355 · Regionale 18515 | 7:11 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h16 | 12:27 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 651+ Regionale 32839 | 7:47 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h44 | 10:31 AM Lucca station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 505+ Regionale 83679 | 8:53 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h30 | 2:23 PM San Pietro a Vico | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 505+ Regionale 18515 | 8:53 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h34 | 12:27 PM Lucca station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 505+ Regionale 18515 · Regionale 83568 | 8:53 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h06 | 12:59 PM San Pietro a Vico | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 657+ Regionale 18413 · Regionale 18519 | 9:47 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h40 | 2:27 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ Regionale 18519 | 12:05 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h22 | 2:27 PM Lucca station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale 18521 | 12:24 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h03 | 3:27 PM Lucca station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale 18521 · Regionale 83570 | 12:24 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h33 | 3:57 PM San Pietro a Vico | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12381 · Regionale 19367 · Regionale 83681 | 1:13 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h04 | 6:17 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12381 · Regionale 19367 · Regionale 83681 | 1:13 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h14 | 6:27 PM San Pietro a Vico | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 · Regionale 83681 | 1:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h40 | 6:27 PM San Pietro a Vico | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 · Regionale 18587 | 1:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h30 | 5:17 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale 18527 | 2:50 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h37 | 5:27 PM Lucca station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale 18527 · Regionale 83576 | 2:50 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h58 | 5:48 PM San Pietro a Vico | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale 83681 | 2:50 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h37 | 6:27 PM San Pietro a Vico | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 669+ Regionale 18635 | 3:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h11 | 6:58 PM Lucca station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 669+ Regionale 83683 | 3:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h06 | 7:53 PM San Pietro a Vico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12411 · Regionale 18407 · Regionale 18641 | 4:10 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h50 | 9:00 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale 83683 | 5:05 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h48 | 7:53 PM San Pietro a Vico | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale 18531 | 5:05 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h24 | 7:29 PM Lucca station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 22861 · Regionale 19379 · Regionale 18537 | 5:24 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h03 | 9:27 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale 18535 | 5:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h40 | 8:27 PM Lucca station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale 18535 · Regionale 83654 | 5:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h13 | 9:00 PM San Pietro a Vico | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8591+ Regionale 18601 | 6:35 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h43 | 9:18 PM Lucca station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 679+ Regionale 18539 | 7:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h40 | 10:27 PM Lucca station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Genoa to Lucca run on average 28 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 28 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
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Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Lucca — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lucca trip today.
The birthplace of composer Giacomo Puccini, displaying family rooms, manuscripts, instruments, and memorabilia linked to his life and work.
Small archaeological museum built around remains of ancient Roman houses, with mosaics and multimedia exhibits that reveal Lucca’s Roman past.
Lucca’s main art museum, housed in a historic villa and known for paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts from the city and wider Tuscany.
The city’s complete Renaissance walls, now a tree-lined pedestrian and cycling promenade with some of Lucca’s best views and social-media appeal.
Lucca’s famous oval piazza built over a Roman amphitheater, lined with colorful buildings and ideal for photography.
The main shopping and strolling street in the historic center, lively day and evening and perfect for absorbing local atmosphere.
Traditional Lucca pasta parcels filled with seasoned meat, herbs, and cheese, usually served with rich meat ragù. One of the city’s signature dishes.
A rustic Tuscan soup made with spelt, beans, vegetables, and olive oil. Strongly associated with the Lucca area and local farmhouse cooking.
A historic spring soup from Lucca made with peas, asparagus, artichokes, fava beans, and often pancetta or minced meat. A celebrated seasonal specialty.
Refined restaurant near Piazza Del Giglio offering polished Tuscan cooking and a more upscale dining experience.
Historic and well-known Lucca restaurant serving classic Tuscan and Lucchese dishes in an elegant, traditional setting.
Established casual trattoria popular for hearty local specialties such as tordelli and other traditional Tuscan plates.
Lucca is moderate by Italian standards: cafes and casual meals are reasonable, while central hotels and tourist dining cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Small change for cafes is enough.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Genoa to Lucca 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 Lucca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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