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Museo delle Sinopie
Museum displaying the preparatory sinopia drawings for Pisa's Camposanto frescoes, offering rare insight into medieval mural techniques in Piazza dei Miracoli.
Cheapest price
$104
Average price
$152
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 55 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
433 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich HB to Pisa Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich HB to Pisa Centrale will cost around $152 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $104.
It's difficult to get from Zurich HB to Pisa Centrale without transferring at least 2 times.
EuroCity 37+
Intercity 685
EuroCity 21+
Intercity 679
EuroCity 21+
Intercity 599+
Regionale 2295
EuroCity 153+
Intercity 594+
Regionale Veloce 4047
EuroCity 23+
Intercity 689+
InterCityNotte 899
EuroCity 37+
FRECCIAROSSA 9559+
Regionale 18323
EuroCity 15+
FRECCIAROSSA 9539+
Regionale Veloce 4039
EuroCity 19+
FRECCIAROSSA 9547+
Regionale 18307
EuroCity 151+
FRECCIAROSSA 9551+
Regionale Veloce 4047
EuroCity 21+
FRECCIAROSSA 9555+
Regionale Veloce 4051Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich HB to Pisa Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, and a flight costs an average of $188.
Distance: 269 miles (433 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$133 Average price | $80 Average price Cheapest | $458 Average price | $223 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 57m Average total duration Fastest 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 0m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich HB to Pisa Centrale:
A bus is $53 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich HB to Pisa Centrale costing on average $133 (€108).
A bus is $379 (€307) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich HB to Pisa Centrale costing on average $458 (€371).
Other travel options to Pisa Centrale take longer:
Flight takes on average 8h 0m.
Bus takes on average 9h 28m.
Tickets start at around $133 (€108) compared to roughly $223 (€181) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $90 (€73). The journey takes 7h 27m versus 6h 3m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich HB to Pisa Centrale trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 153+ FRECCIAROSSA 9321+ Regionale Veloce 4045 | 10:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h18 | 5:51 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 153+ Intercity 594+ Tuscany Line 4047 | 10:33 AM Zurich HB | 8h55 | 7:28 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 153+ Intercity 594+ Regionale Veloce 4047 | 10:33 AM Zurich HB | 8h55 | 7:28 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547+ ETRUSCHI LINE 18307 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h55 | 6:28 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 19+ Intercity 673 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 8h44 | 8:17 PM Pisa Centrale | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547+ Regionale 18307 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h55 | 6:28 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547+ Regionale 18307 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h55 | 6:28 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9551+ Tuscany Line 4047 | 12:33 PM Zurich HB | 6h55 | 7:28 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9551+ Regionale Veloce 4047 | 12:33 PM Zurich HB | 6h55 | 7:28 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ TUSCANY LINE 4051 | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 6h55 | 8:28 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 21+ Intercity 599+ Regionale 2295 | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 8h34 | 10:07 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 21+ Intercity 679 | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 8h44 | 10:17 PM Pisa Centrale | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ Regionale Veloce 4051 | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 6h55 | 8:28 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ Regionale Veloce 4051 | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 6h55 | 8:28 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 37+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9559+ TUSCANY LINE 18323 | 2:33 PM Zurich HB | 6h55 | 9:28 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 37+ Intercity 685 | 2:33 PM Zurich HB | 8h44 | 11:17 PM Pisa Centrale | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 37+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9559+ Regionale 18323 | 2:33 PM Zurich HB | 6h55 | 9:28 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 37+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559+ Regionale 18323 | 2:33 PM Zurich HB | 6h55 | 9:28 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 23+ Intercity 689+ InterCityNotte 899 | 3:33 PM Zurich HB | 9h29 | 1:02 AM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 23+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9563+ TUSCANY LINE 18333 | 3:33 PM Zurich HB | 7h03 | 10:36 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 23+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9563+ Regionale 18333 | 3:33 PM Zurich HB | 7h03 | 10:36 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 23+ FRECCIAROSSA 9563+ Regionale 18333 | 3:33 PM Zurich HB | 7h03 | 10:36 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, June 17 | |||||
EuroCity 15+ Intercity 597+ Regionale 18307 | 9:33 AM Zurich HB | 8h55 | 6:28 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 15+ FRECCIAROSSA 9539+ Regionale Veloce 4039 | 9:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h55 | 4:28 PM Pisa Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 15+ Intercity 669 | 9:33 AM Zurich HB | 8h57 | 6:30 PM Pisa Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Zurich HB to Pisa Centrale run on average 16 times per day, taking around 7h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $92 (€75) but you can travel from only $56 (€45) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 15:33. The fastest train covers the 269 miles (433 km) distance in 7h 44m.
Distance 269 miles (433 km) |
Average train duration 7h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€75) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 7h 44m |
First train 4:33 AM |
Last train 3:33 PM |
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Museum displaying the preparatory sinopia drawings for Pisa's Camposanto frescoes, offering rare insight into medieval mural techniques in Piazza dei Miracoli.
Museum of the Cathedral complex with sculptures, treasure pieces, and works linked to the monuments of Piazza dei Miracoli.
Major exhibition venue on the Arno hosting art shows and cultural displays in a restored historic palace popular with locals and visitors.
Monumental square containing Pisa's most famous buildings, essential for first-time visitors and one of Italy's most iconic urban spaces.
The riverside promenades along the Arno offer classic views, historic facades, and one of the city's best walking experiences.
Elegant historic square lined with major academic and civic buildings, central to Pisa's medieval and Renaissance identity.
Thin savory pancake made from chickpea flour, water, and olive oil, baked in a hot oven. A classic Tuscan street food common in Pisa and nearby Livorno.
Traditional Tuscan bread and tomato soup made with stale bread, tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil. Comforting and deeply tied to local cucina povera.
Hearty Tuscan vegetable and bread soup, usually with cannellini beans, kale, and stale bread. It is one of the region’s most iconic peasant dishes.
Established central Pisa restaurant known for refined Tuscan cuisine, seafood, and seasonal ingredients in an elegant but relaxed setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant near the historic center, appreciated for classic Pisan and Tuscan dishes, pasta, and a cozy local atmosphere.
Historic-style trattoria recognized for Tuscan meat dishes, taglieri, and rustic regional cooking in a warm, old-town setting.
Prices are moderate for Italy. Casual meals are reasonable, while tourist-area dining and summer stays cost more.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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