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Vatican Museums
A vast complex of papal collections with masterpieces from antiquity to the Renaissance. A global essential for art, history, and iconic galleries.
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pisa Centrale to Vatican 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 Vatican will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 15 trains that leave Pisa Centrale for Vatican on Mon, Aug 10, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 10 the direct trains cover the 262 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
On Mon, Aug 10 the slowest trains will take 2 h 56 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.










Trains from Pisa Centrale to Vatican run on average 69 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 but you can travel from only $15 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 10:45. The fastest train covers the 162 miles (262 km) distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 162 miles (262 km) |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 |
Trains per day 69 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 50m |
First train 3:45 AM |
Last train 10:45 AM |
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The table below shows live departures for Pisa Centrale to Vatican trains for today, Sunday, August 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:07 PM Pisa Centrale | 2h56 | 8:03 PM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:45 PM Pisa Centrale | 4h05 | 9:50 PM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:11 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h07 | 10:18 PM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 PM Pisa Centrale | 4h03 | 11:48 PM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:38 PM Pisa Centrale | 2h23 | 11:01 PM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:45 AM Pisa Centrale | 4h03 | 9:48 AM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:07 AM Pisa Centrale | 2h56 | 10:03 AM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:07 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h11 | 12:18 PM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 AM Pisa Centrale | 2h21 | 11:36 AM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:11 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h22 | 2:33 PM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:45 AM Pisa Centrale | 4h03 | 3:48 PM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:43 PM Pisa Centrale | 4h05 | 5:48 PM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:07 PM Pisa Centrale | 2h56 | 5:03 PM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:53 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h10 | 6:03 PM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:45 PM Pisa Centrale | 4h03 | 7:48 PM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Discover the best of Vatican — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vatican trip today.
A vast complex of papal collections with masterpieces from antiquity to the Renaissance. A global essential for art, history, and iconic galleries.
Home to Raphael’s fresco cycles, including The School of Athens. These rooms are among the Vatican’s greatest artistic highlights and a major museum draw.
This gallery presents maps of Italy in a long frescoed corridor. It is both visually striking and historically fascinating within the museum route.
This broad ceremonial piazza is Vatican City’s main gathering place, offering classic basilica views, fountains, and a powerful sense of scale.
Bernini’s embracing colonnades create one of the world’s great urban spaces. Walk here for architecture, symmetry, and changing light across the square.
The basilica dome terraces deliver one of Rome’s most famous viewpoints, with close-up architecture and sweeping city vistas.
Cacio e Pepe is a Roman pasta with Pecorino Romano and black pepper. It is a local staple around Vatican City for its simplicity and strong regional identity.
Carbonara is pasta with egg, Pecorino Romano, guanciale, and pepper. It is one of Rome's most famous dishes and widely served in trattorias near the Vatican.
Amatriciana is pasta with tomato, guanciale, and Pecorino Romano. Though linked to Amatrice, it is a classic Roman favorite commonly eaten near the Vatican.
Traditional Roman trattoria in Prati known for pasta classics and a lively local atmosphere, convenient for Vatican visitors.
Long-established Roman restaurant near the Vatican serving cacio e pepe, amatriciana, and other regional staples in a classic setting.
Refined dining room in Prati with polished Roman and Italian dishes, strong wine list, and a more upscale atmosphere.
Very high tourist demand and limited lodging nearby make stays pricey. Dining is similar to central Rome, while transit costs are low if using Rome buses and metro.
Service may be included. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is fine at cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pisa Centrale to Vatican 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 Vatican, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Pisa Centrale to Vatican trains use the Pisa Centrale to Roma San Pietro station pair. Use this guide to compare Pisa Centrale and Vatican 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.
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