- Must visit
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
$25
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
82
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pisa 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 to Vatican will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 82 trains that leave Pisa for Vatican on Sat, Jul 25, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 25 the direct trains cover the 262 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
On Sat, Jul 25 the slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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.
Regionale 18265 · Regionale 94809 · Regionale 23286
Regionale Veloce 4125 · Regionale 23254
Regionale Veloce 4133 · Regionale Veloce 12808
Regionale Veloce 4135 · Regionale 12822
Regionale Veloce 4131 · Regionale 12800
FRECCIARGENTO 8551+
Regionale 23284
FRECCIARGENTO 8551+
Regionale 23284
FRECCIARGENTO 8551+
Regionale 23284
FRECCIARGENTO 8583+
Regionale 20439 · Regionale Veloce 4128
FRECCIARGENTO 8583+
Regionale 23256Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pisa to Vatican among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 162 miles (262 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$21 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pisa to Vatican:
A bus is $7 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pisa to Vatican costing on average $21 (€21).
Other travel options to Vatican take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 10m.
The table below shows live departures for Pisa to Vatican trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 799+ Regionale 20330 | 2:21 AM Pisa Centrale | 4h04 | 6:25 AM Rome S. Pietro | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 799+ Regionale 20330 | 2:21 AM Pisa Centrale | 4h07 | 6:28 AM Valle Aurelia | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 799+ Regionale 20330 | 2:21 AM Pisa Centrale | 4h13 | 6:34 AM Rome Balduina | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18250+ Intercity 581+ Regionale 12508 | 4:15 AM Pisa Centrale | 4h46 | 9:01 AM Rome S. Pietro | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18250+ FRECCIAROSSA 9503+ Regionale 94772 | 4:15 AM Pisa Centrale | 4h16 | 8:31 AM Rome S. Pietro | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4125 · Regionale 23254 | 5:37 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h58 | 9:35 AM Valle Aurelia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4125 · Regionale 23254 | 5:37 AM Pisa Centrale | 4h04 | 9:41 AM Rome Balduina | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4125 | 5:37 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h51 | 9:28 AM Rome S. Pietro | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18260+ FRECCIAROSSA 9401+ Regionale 23282 | 6:29 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h33 | 10:02 AM Rome S. Pietro | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18260+ FRECCIAROSSA 9401+ Regionale 23282 | 6:29 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h36 | 10:05 AM Valle Aurelia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18260+ FRECCIAROSSA 9401+ Regionale 23282 | 6:29 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h42 | 10:11 AM Rome Balduina | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 501+ Regionale 23256 | 6:47 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h48 | 10:35 AM Valle Aurelia | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 501+ Regionale 23256 | 6:47 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h54 | 10:41 AM Rome Balduina | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 501 | 6:47 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h21 | 10:08 AM Rome S. Pietro | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8601+ Intercity 501 | 7:07 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h01 | 10:08 AM Rome S. Pietro | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8583+ Regionale 23256 | 7:33 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h02 | 10:35 AM Valle Aurelia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8583+ Regionale 23256 | 7:33 AM Pisa Centrale | 2h59 | 10:32 AM Rome S. Pietro | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8583+ Regionale 20439 · Regionale Veloce 4128 | 7:33 AM Pisa Centrale | 2h58 | 10:31 AM Rome S. Pietro | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8583+ Regionale 23256 | 7:33 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h08 | 10:41 AM Rome Balduina | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4129 | 7:37 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h53 | 11:30 AM Rome S. Pietro | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4129 · Regionale 23284 | 7:37 AM Pisa Centrale | 4h28 | 12:05 PM Valle Aurelia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4129 · Regionale 23284 | 7:37 AM Pisa Centrale | 4h34 | 12:11 PM Rome Balduina | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18268+ FRECCIAROSSA 8513+ Regionale 23258 | 7:54 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h47 | 11:41 AM Rome Balduina | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18268+ FRECCIAROSSA 8513+ Regionale 23258 | 7:54 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h41 | 11:35 AM Valle Aurelia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18265 · Regionale 94809 · Regionale 23286 | 8:09 AM Pisa Centrale | 5h56 | 2:05 PM Valle Aurelia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18265 · Regionale 94809 · Regionale 23286 | 8:09 AM Pisa Centrale | 6h02 | 2:11 PM Rome Balduina | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18265 · Regionale 94809 | 8:09 AM Pisa Centrale | 5h27 | 1:36 PM Rome S. Pietro | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4016+ Intercity 583+ Regionale 23286 | 8:32 AM Pisa Centrale | 5h30 | 2:02 PM Rome S. Pietro | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4016+ Intercity 583+ Regionale 23286 | 8:32 AM Pisa Centrale | 5h39 | 2:11 PM Rome Balduina | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4016+ Intercity 583+ Regionale 23286 | 8:32 AM Pisa Centrale | 5h33 | 2:05 PM Valle Aurelia | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8551+ Regionale 23284 | 9:15 AM Pisa Centrale | 2h56 | 12:11 PM Rome Balduina | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8551+ Regionale 23284 | 9:15 AM Pisa Centrale | 2h47 | 12:02 PM Rome S. Pietro | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8551+ Regionale 23284 | 9:15 AM Pisa Centrale | 2h50 | 12:05 PM Valle Aurelia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4020+ FRECCIAROSSA 9391+ Regionale 20390 | 9:32 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h33 | 1:05 PM Valle Aurelia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4020+ FRECCIAROSSA 9409+ Regionale 12522 | 9:32 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h29 | 1:01 PM Rome S. Pietro | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4020+ FRECCIAROSSA 9391+ Regionale 20390 | 9:32 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h39 | 1:11 PM Rome Balduina | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4026+ FRECCIAROSSA 9311+ Regionale 23286 | 10:32 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h33 | 2:05 PM Valle Aurelia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4026+ FRECCIAROSSA 9411+ Regionale 12524 | 10:32 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h29 | 2:01 PM Rome S. Pietro | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4026+ FRECCIAROSSA 9311+ Regionale 23286 | 10:32 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h39 | 2:11 PM Rome Balduina | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 505+ Regionale 23288 | 11:11 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h54 | 3:05 PM Valle Aurelia | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 505+ Regionale 23288 | 11:11 AM Pisa Centrale | 4h00 | 3:11 PM Rome Balduina | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 505+ Regionale 12549 | 11:11 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h43 | 2:54 PM Rome S. Pietro | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4030+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 23266 | 11:30 AM Pisa Centrale | 4h05 | 3:35 PM Valle Aurelia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4030+ FRECCIAROSSA 9413+ Regionale 12564 | 11:30 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h31 | 3:01 PM Rome S. Pietro | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4030+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 23266 | 11:30 AM Pisa Centrale | 4h11 | 3:41 PM Rome Balduina | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4131 | 11:37 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h54 | 3:31 PM Rome S. Pietro | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4131 · Regionale 12800 | 11:37 AM Pisa Centrale | 4h28 | 4:05 PM Valle Aurelia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4131 · Regionale 12800 | 11:37 AM Pisa Centrale | 4h34 | 4:11 PM Rome Balduina | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4032+ FRECCIAROSSA 9415+ Regionale 12800 | 12:32 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h39 | 4:11 PM Rome Balduina | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4032+ FRECCIAROSSA 9415+ Regionale 12800 | 12:32 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h33 | 4:05 PM Valle Aurelia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4032+ FRECCIAROSSA 9415+ Regionale 12530 | 12:32 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h29 | 4:01 PM Rome S. Pietro | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 19498+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Regionale 12534 | 1:32 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h29 | 5:01 PM Rome S. Pietro | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4133 · Regionale Veloce 12808 | 1:35 PM Pisa Centrale | 4h09 | 5:44 PM Valle Aurelia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4133 | 1:35 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h53 | 5:28 PM Rome S. Pietro | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4133 · Regionale 12810 | 1:35 PM Pisa Centrale | 4h37 | 6:12 PM Rome Balduina | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ Regionale Veloce 4133 | 2:07 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h21 | 5:28 PM Rome S. Pietro | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ Regionale Veloce 4133 · Regionale Veloce 12808 | 2:07 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h37 | 5:44 PM Valle Aurelia | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ Regionale Veloce 4133 · Regionale 12810 | 2:07 PM Pisa Centrale | 4h05 | 6:12 PM Rome Balduina | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4038+ FRECCIAROSSA 9421+ Regionale 12540 | 2:32 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h29 | 6:01 PM Rome S. Pietro | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale 12723 | 2:53 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h31 | 6:24 PM Rome S. Pietro | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale 23270 | 2:53 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h37 | 6:30 PM Valle Aurelia | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale 23270 | 2:53 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h43 | 6:36 PM Rome Balduina | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4135 · Regionale 12822 | 3:37 PM Pisa Centrale | 4h04 | 7:41 PM Rome Balduina | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4135 · Regionale 12822 | 3:37 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h58 | 7:35 PM Valle Aurelia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4135 | 3:37 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h47 | 7:24 PM Rome S. Pietro | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4044+ FRECCIAROSSA 9427+ Regionale 12546 | 4:32 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h30 | 8:02 PM Rome S. Pietro | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale 12561 | 5:07 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h17 | 8:24 PM Rome S. Pietro | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale 12561 · Regionale 23272 | 5:07 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h28 | 8:35 PM Valle Aurelia | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale 12561 · Regionale 23272 | 5:07 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h34 | 8:41 PM Rome Balduina | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4048+ FRECCIAROSSA 9325+ Regionale 23292 | 5:32 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h38 | 9:10 PM Rome Balduina | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4048+ FRECCIAROSSA 9325+ Regionale 23292 | 5:32 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h32 | 9:04 PM Valle Aurelia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4048+ FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ Regionale 12550 | 5:32 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h29 | 9:01 PM Rome S. Pietro | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4137 | 5:37 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h58 | 9:35 PM Rome S. Pietro | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4137 · Regionale 20388 | 5:37 PM Pisa Centrale | 4h47 | 10:24 PM Rome Balduina | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4137 · Regionale 20388 | 5:37 PM Pisa Centrale | 4h41 | 10:18 PM Valle Aurelia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4052+ FRECCIAROSSA 9433+ Regionale 20388 | 6:32 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h43 | 10:15 PM Rome S. Pietro | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4052+ FRECCIAROSSA 9433+ Regionale 20388 | 6:32 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h52 | 10:24 PM Rome Balduina | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4052+ FRECCIAROSSA 9433+ Regionale 20388 | 6:32 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h46 | 10:18 PM Valle Aurelia | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale 12565 | 7:11 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h28 | 10:39 PM Rome S. Pietro | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4139 | 7:37 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h58 | 11:35 PM Rome S. Pietro | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 795+ Regionale Veloce 4139 | 8:11 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h24 | 11:35 PM Rome S. Pietro | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8591+ Regionale 12554 | 8:38 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h08 | 11:46 PM Rome S. Pietro | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Pisa to Vatican run on average 72 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€15) but you can travel from only $10 (€10) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:05, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 162 miles (262 km) distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 162 miles (262 km) |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€15) |
Trains per day 72 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 1:05 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 77 days |
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 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 to Vatican trains use the Pisa Centrale to Roma San Pietro station pair. Use this guide to compare Pisa 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.
Pisa San Rossore is 1 km from Pisa city centre. Public transport options include:
Pisa San Rossore has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Ristorante pizzeria, SushiKing, Ristorante Cinese Oriente
The ticket office is open 24/7.
Available at Pisa San Rossore: Parking, WC.
Available at Pisa San Rossore: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pisa San Rossore: Elevators on every platform. Sala Blu services can be reached at +39 0647308579.
Nearby hotels include Rosso di Sera Relais Tuscany, Le Cascine, Camping Village Torre Pendente.
Pisa, Aeroporto Galilei Di Pisa is 1 km from Pisa city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Pisa, Aeroporto Galilei Di Pisa has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pisa, Aeroporto Galilei Di Pisa.
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