- Must visit
Musei Civici del Castello Visconteo
Pavia’s main civic museum in the Visconti Castle, with archaeology, sculpture, painting, and local history collections.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€25
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€25
Fastest journey on Sep 19
6 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
6 h 45 m
Trains on Sep 19
1
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pisa Centrale to Pavia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pisa Centrale to Pavia will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 trains from Pisa Centrale to Pavia, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 191 km distance in an average of 6 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 6 h 45 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 flight as it is the most popular option from Pisa Centrale to Pavia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €44, while a flight costs an average of €572.
Distance: 118 miles (191 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€44 Average price Cheapest | €572 Average price | €73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pisa Centrale to Pavia:
A train is €528 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pisa Centrale to Pavia costing on average €572.
Other travel options to Pavia take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 49m.
Tickets start at around €44 compared to roughly €73 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €29. The journey takes 3h 49m versus 2h 50m 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.
Direct services run with Intercity, Frecciabianca.
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 Pisa Centrale to Pavia trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:54 AM Pisa Centrale | 5h05 | 4:59 PM Pavia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
![]() | 7:48 AM Pisa Centrale | 6h45 | 2:33 PM Pavia | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Pisa Centrale to Pavia run on average 36 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 14:56, the last at 14:56. The fastest train covers the 118 miles (191 km) distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 118 miles (191 km) |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 36 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 2:56 PM |
Last train 2:56 PM |
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Discover the best of Pavia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pavia trip today.
Pavia’s main civic museum in the Visconti Castle, with archaeology, sculpture, painting, and local history collections.
University museum displaying historic scientific instruments that reveal Pavia’s major role in medicine and physics.
Natural history museum famous for Spallanzani collections and one of Italy’s oldest scientific displays.
Scenic riverside promenade along the Ticino, popular for walking, cycling, and postcard views of the bridge.
Central square framed by the cathedral and civic buildings, ideal for orientation, photos, and daily city life.
Large public park around the Visconti Castle, great for walks, shade, and a break between museum visits.
A rich risotto cooked with local pork sausage and red wine from Oltrepò Pavese, reflecting the area’s rice fields and wine culture.
Traditional stuffed fresh pasta from Pavia, filled with braised meat and served in broth or with butter and sage at festive family meals.
Slow-braised beef dish cooked with Bonarda or Barbera wine, a classic of the Pavia area tied to local red wine production.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant known for creative Italian tasting menus in an elegant contemporary setting.
Historic, traditional restaurant serving classic Pavia and Lombard dishes in a warm, old-school atmosphere.
Well-known local trattoria appreciated for seasonal Lombard cooking, rice dishes, and a relaxed traditional dining room.
Moderate for Italy: stays and dining are usually cheaper than Milan, while trains and local transport remain reasonably priced for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is enough at cafes.
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Pavia Railway Station -> Piazza della Vittoria, Pavia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pisa Centrale to Pavia 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 Pavia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Pisa Centrale to Pavia trains use the Pisa Centrale to Pavia station pair, with some services arriving at Pavia Porta Garibaldi. Use this guide to compare Pisa Centrale and Pavia 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.
Pavia is 1 km from Pavia city centre. Public transport options include:
Pavia 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 Pizzeria Da Giulio, Trattoria Da Lina
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pavia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pavia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pavia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pavia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pavia: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Moderno, Hotel Excelsior, Hotel Aurora.
Pavia Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi.
ATMs are available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi.
Available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking.
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