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Museo delle Sinopie
Pisa's main museum displays sculptures, paintings, manuscripts, and treasures from the cathedral complex and the city.
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
3 h 39 m
Average duration
3 h 59 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vatican to Pisa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vatican to Pisa will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 4 trains that leave Vatican for Pisa on Sat, Jul 25, 4 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 3 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 39 m .
On Sat, Jul 25 the slowest trains will take 4 h 8 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 train as it is the most popular option from Vatican to Pisa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 162 miles (262 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vatican to Pisa:
A bus is $8 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vatican to Pisa costing on average $24 (€24).
Other travel options to Pisa take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 31m.
The journey is about 40m faster (3h 6m by train vs 3h 46m by car) and roughly $43 (€43) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($24 (€24) vs $67 (€67)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Vatican to Pisa 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 |
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![]() | 10:10 AM Vatican | 4h05 | 2:15 PM Pisa | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:10 PM Vatican | 4h05 | 5:15 PM Pisa | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:41 PM Vatican | 3h39 | 7:20 PM Pisa | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 PM Vatican | 4h08 | 9:18 PM Pisa | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Vatican to Pisa run on average 80 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€16) but you can travel from only $12 (€12) 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 17m.
Distance 162 miles (262 km) |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€16) |
Trains per day 80 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 1:05 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Pisa — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pisa trip today.
Pisa's main museum displays sculptures, paintings, manuscripts, and treasures from the cathedral complex and the city.
Museum of preparatory sinopias from Camposanto frescoes, offering rare insight into medieval artistic techniques and restoration.
Museum in Palazzo Lanfranchi with 19th- and 20th-century art, including works by Tuscan artists and temporary exhibitions.
Pisa's UNESCO square gathers the Leaning Tower, cathedral, baptistery, and cemetery in one extraordinary monumental ensemble.
Historic square framed by noble buildings and the Scuola Normale, central to Pisa's medieval civic and political life.
Lively riverside promenade ideal for walking, with historic palaces, bridges, and classic views of the Arno through the city center.
Cecina is a thin wood-fired chickpea flour pancake, crisp outside and soft inside. It is a classic street food across Pisa and coastal Tuscany.
Pappa al pomodoro is a thick bread and tomato soup with garlic, basil, and olive oil. It is a beloved Tuscan peasant dish often found in Pisa.
Ribollita is a hearty Tuscan soup of bread, beans, and vegetables, traditionally reheated the next day. It reflects the frugal home cooking of the area.
Well-known traditional trattoria serving classic Tuscan plates and local specialties in a warm, rustic atmosphere.
Casual, established spot famous for cecina and pizza in a lively local setting. Ideal for trying one of Pisa’s signature foods.
Historic Pisan restaurant known for refined Tuscan seafood and meat dishes in an elegant, traditional setting near the center.
Moderate for Italy. Budget eats and local transit are reasonable, but hotels near the Leaning Tower and peak-season dining cost more than in smaller Tuscan towns.
Service is often included or minimal. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vatican to Pisa 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 Pisa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Vatican to Pisa trains use the Roma San Pietro to Pisa Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Pisa San Rossore. Use this guide to compare Vatican and Pisa 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.
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