The cheapest and fastest trains from Lugano to Pisa
Cheapest price
€51
Average price
€57
Fastest journey
5 h 47 m
Average duration
6 h 37 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
279 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lugano to Pisa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Pisa will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
Of the 4 trains that leave Lugano for Pisa on Wed, Nov 12, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 12 the direct trains cover the 279 km distance in an average of 6 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 47 m .
On Wed, Nov 12 the slowest trains will take 7 h 30 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lugano to Pisa
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Pisa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 279 km
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€59 Average price | €44 Average price Cheapest |
5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lugano to Pisa train times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Pisa trains for today, Tuesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:30 AM Lugano | 7h30 | 2:00 PM Pisa | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Lugano | 7h32 | 11:02 PM Pisa | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lugano to Pisa
Trains from Lugano to Pisa run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €28 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 279 km distance in 5h 34m.
Distance 279 km |
Average train duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 5h 34m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 19:30 |
Train companies: Intercity, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Lugano to Pisa trainsIntercity, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Lugano and Pisa from €28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Intercity
Frecciabianca
Frecciarossa
Regionale
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Lugano to Pisa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lugano to Pisa
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Via Maraini.
- Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto
- Ristorante Trani
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Lugano Dante Center
- Hotel Federale Lugano
- Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- 116 places
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Ponte Tresa
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Funicular: Connection to Lugano city center
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 20:30
- There is free Wi-Fi available at the McDonald's.
- There is a luggage storage office near the end of Platform 1.
- McDonald's
- Panetteria Binario 1
- 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.
- Hotel NH Pisa
- Hotel La Pace
- Hotel Maria
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 20:30
- Located just outside the station on Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II.
- Bus lines: 1
- Train lines: Pisamover (S2), FA, FB, IC, ICN, RV, R, EN
- 24/7
- Ristorante pizzeria
- SushiKing
- Ristorante Cinese Oriente
- Elevators on every platform. Sala Blu services can be reached at +39 0647308579.
- Rosso di Sera Relais Tuscany
- Le Cascine
- Camping Village Torre Pendente
- 24/7
- Train lines: REG, RV
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