How to travel from Lucca to Florence

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Compare train and bus for Lucca to Florence

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucca to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €10.

Distance: 37 miles (60 km)

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€10

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€18

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Lucca to Florence is a bus with an average price of €8.

This is compared to other travel options from Lucca to Florence:

A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucca to Florence costing on average €10.

The fastest way to travel from Lucca to Florence is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 36m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 4m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lucca and Florence including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lucca to Florence among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €10 compared to roughly €18 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €9. The journey takes 1h 34m versus 1h 6m 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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from Lucca to Florence

How to get from Lucca to Florence by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Lucca to Florence is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:20 AM1h05
    Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara
    6:25 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    €61One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:20 AM1h05
    Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara
    6:25 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    €61One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:20 AM1h05
    Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara
    6:25 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    €61One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 18659
    6:30 AM1h10
    Lucca station
    7:40 AMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    €91One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 18539
    10:31 PM1h19
    Lucca station
    11:50 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    €91One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 18503
    6:48 AM1h19
    Lucca station
    8:07 AMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    €91One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:45 AM1h05
    Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara
    8:50 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    €61One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Lucca to Florence

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Lucca to Florence, 100,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Lucca to Florence and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Lucca to Florence

Travel to Florence easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lucca to Florence.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Lucca and Florence including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Lucca to Florence is a bus with an average price of €8.

This is compared to other travel options from Lucca to Florence:

A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucca to Florence costing on average €10.

The fastest way to travel from Lucca to Florence is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 36m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 4m.

The distance from Lucca to Florence is approximately 37 miles (60 km).
The average frequency per day from Lucca to Florence is:
  • Around 54 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lucca and Florence as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lucca to Florence:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lucca station and arrive in Florence Santa Maria Novella.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lucca to Florence, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Florence by bus.
  • Travel with Regionale, Frecciargento, Intercity to go to Florence by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Lucca to Florence with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 25 direct trains per day with Regionale.
Omio customers who travel from Lucca to Florence often also extend their vacation to go to Rome, Pisa, Venice, Milan, Bologna. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Florence and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Florence to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Florence, you can climb to Piazzale Michelangelo for panoramic views of the city's skyline, visit the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo's David, and take a cooking class to master traditional Tuscan dishes. Enjoy a wine tasting tour in the Chianti region and explore the vibrant San Lorenzo Market. Don't miss the iconic Florence Cathedral with its stunning dome, the Uffizi Gallery for masterpieces by Botticelli and Michelangelo, and Ponte Vecchio for its historic charm. Visit Palazzo Vecchio, a medieval fortress-palace, and the elegant Boboli Gardens behind Pitti Palace.
To fully experience Florence, plan for at least 3 to 4 days to explore its rich history, art, and architecture, including must-sees like the Uffizi Gallery, Florence Cathedral, and Ponte Vecchio.

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