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Museo Casa Natale di Giacomo Puccini
Set in the birthplace of composer Giacomo Puccini, this museum displays personal items and documents from his early life.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pontassieve to Lucca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €5.
Distance: 45 miles (74 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€10 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price | €15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pontassieve to Lucca:
A train is €0.04 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Pontassieve to Lucca costing on average €10.
Other travel options to Lucca take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 17m.
Tickets start at around €10 compared to roughly €15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €5. The journey takes 1h 55m versus 1h 19m 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.
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Trains from Pontassieve to Lucca run on average 39 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 45 miles (74 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 45 miles (74 km) |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 39 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 9:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Set in the birthplace of composer Giacomo Puccini, this museum displays personal items and documents from his early life.
Lucca’s leading art museum in a former palace, with paintings, decorative arts, and insight into the city’s noble history.
A major museum of sacred art and archaeology beside the cathedral, known for treasures tied to Lucca’s religious heritage.
Lucca’s fully walkable Renaissance walls form a broad tree-lined promenade with classic views, cycling paths, and local daily life.
The city’s main shopping street links major squares and landmarks, perfect for strolling through Lucca’s elegant historic core.
A lively square on the Roman forum site, framed by San Michele church and historic buildings, especially atmospheric in the evening.
Hearty Tuscan soup of cannellini beans, kale, black cabbage, potatoes, and stale bread. A rustic Lucca staple shaped by peasant cooking traditions.
Slow-cooked beef braised in red wine, black pepper, herbs, and tomato. It is a beloved Lucchese main linked to local tavern and family cooking.
Lucchese ring-shaped sweet bread with raisins and anise. Traditionally enjoyed at festivals and with coffee or sweet wine.
Refined restaurant with creative Tuscan cuisine, tasting menus, and polished service in an intimate upscale setting.
Historic Lucchese restaurant known for traditional Tuscan cooking, seasonal ingredients, and an elegant but welcoming atmosphere inside the walls.
Well-known traditional trattoria serving classic Lucca dishes, handmade pasta, and hearty mains in a cozy, old-style setting.
Moderate for Tuscany: lodging and dining are below Florence, while local buses and bike-friendly sights keep daily costs manageable for most tourists.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Lucca Railway Station -> Piazza Napoleone, Lucca
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pontassieve 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.

Most Pontassieve to Lucca trains use the Pontassieve to Lucca station pair, with some services arriving at S. Pietro A Vico. Use this guide to compare Pontassieve and Lucca train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pontassieve 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: La Sosta del Gusto, Ristorante Pizzeria Il Gallo
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Pontassieve. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pontassieve. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pontassieve: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pontassieve: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontassieve: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Moderno, Hotel I Villini.
Lucca 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 Giglio, Osteria Baralla
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lucca. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lucca. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lucca: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lucca: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lucca: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Grand Universe Lucca, Hotel Ilaria, Albergo San Martino.
S. Pietro A Vico is 4 km from Lucca city centre. Public transport options include:
S. Pietro A Vico has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
Available at S. Pietro A Vico: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
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