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Borgo Stretto, 56100 Pisa, Italy (August 2018)

Tourist & Transport Information for Pisa

Our website Italy in Photos aims to showcase the beauty and diversity of Italy for our visitors, who are seeking the best experiences in the country. To help you plan your trip, we have added the Tourist & Transport Information section, where you can find useful details about your chosen destination. We have also curated a selection of tourist websites and blogs, so that you can complement the photos on our site with the insights and tips from these sources. We hope that our website will inspire you to make an informed choice and enjoy your visit to Italy.

The Transport section provides comprehensive information about the Nearest International Airports to each destination featured on the website. For added convenience, it also outlines a variety of travel options available from these airports to your chosen destination. These include public transport options such as buses and trains, ensuring cost-effective and eco-friendly travel. We have added a dtails of the Transport Hubs in the Tuscny Region for those that wish to travel futher away. Whether you’re planning a quick weekend getaway or an extended trip, the Transport section is designed to simplify your travel planning and ensure a seamless journey from the airport to your destination.

Below, you will find links to Trenitalia, the primary train operator in Italy, providing extensive rail connections across the country. Additionally, we’ve included links to Fleibus Bus Services, where available, to help you navigate regional transportation with ease.

For travellers exploring Italy’s picturesque lakes, you’ll also find links to Ferry Companies Operating on the Lakes, offering a scenic and relaxing way to travel.

If you’re visiting Venice, renowned for its unique waterways, we have included Timetables for the Water Taxis to ensure you can seamlessly plan your journeys across the city’s canals. These resources are designed to make your travel planning simple and efficient, providing you with all the necessary tools to explore Italy’s diverse destinations

Photo 54, Photo taken on walk along Via Lungo Lario Manzoni, Bellagio, Italy, April 2022
Photo 54, Photo taken on walk along Via Lungo Lario Manzoni, Bellagio, Italy, April 2022

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Tansport Information

The three closest international airports to Pisa

The three closest international airports to Pisa, Italy, are:

1. Pisa International Airport (PSA): Located just 2.9 km from the city centre.

2. Florence Airport (FLR): About 65 km from Pisa.

3. Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): Located approximately 116 km from Pisa.

These airports are the most convenient options for international travel to and from Pisa.

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The best way to travel from Pisa International Airport (PSA) to Pisa

Here are the different modes of transport to travel from Pisa International Airport (PSA) to Pisa:

1. Pisa Mover
This is the fastest and most convenient option. The Pisa Mover is a monorail that connects the airport directly to Pisa Centrale Station. The journey takes about 5 minutes.

2. Bus
There is a bus service (Line E3) that runs from the airport to Pisa city center. The journey takes about 25 minutes.

3. Taxi

5. Private Transfer

5. Car Rental

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The best way to travel from Florence Airport (FLR) to Pisa

Here are the different modes of transport to travel from Florence Airport (FLR) to Pisa:

1. Tram and Train
Take the tram from Florence Airport (FLR) to Alamanni – Stazione SMN. From there, take a train from Firenze Santa Maria Novella (S.M.N.) to Pisa Centrale. The total journey takes about 1 hour and 33 minutes.

2. Bus
There is a direct bus service operated by Caronna Tour Srl that runs from Florence Airport to Pisa. The journey takes about 1 hour. Buses depart hourly and operate every day.

3. Taxi

5. Private Transfer

5. Car Rental

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The best way to travel from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Pisa

Here are the different modes of transport to travel from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Pisa:

1. Taxi

2. Private Transfer

3. Car Rental

4. Train
Take the Aerobus shuttle service from the airport to Bologna Centrale Station. The journey takes about 15 minutes. Take a train from Bologna Centrale to Firenze Santa Maria Novella (S.M.N.). From there, take another train to Pisa Centrale. The total journey takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes.

It is advisable to check the latest schedules for these transportation methods as they could be subject to change.

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Transport Hubs in Tuscany

Airlines
Vueling Airlines – Low-cost Spanish carrier
Key Destinations from Florence: Barcelona – Paris-Orly – London Gatwick – Madrid – Amsterdam – Palma de Mallorca
Seasonal Mediterranean routes (Ibiza, Mykonos)
ITA Airways: Italy’s national airline (successor of Alitalia)
Key Destinations from Florence: Rome FiumicinoMilan Linate
Codeshare connections via Rome to: New York (JFK)TokyoBuenos AiresBrusselsMunich
Lufthansa – Major German carrier
Key Destinations from Florence: Frankfurt – Munich (Germany)
Pisa International Airport – Galileo Galilei (PSA)
Location: Pisa, about 1 km from city center
Major international airport
Airlines: Ryanair, EasyJet, Wizz Air, Lufthansa, British Airways
Destinations: Europe and limited North African destinations; seasonal long-haul charters
Major Train Stations – Tuscany is crossed by high-speed and regional rail networks. Operated mainly by Trenitalia, with Italo offering high-speed routes.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella (Firenze SMN)
Location: Central Florence – Major national rail hub
Services:
High-speed: Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, Italo
Intercity and regional trains
International: Some cross-border trains to Austria, Germany (seasonal)
Destinations: Rome – Milan – Venice – Bologna – Naples
Pisa Centrale
Location: Central Pisa
Lines: Florence – Pisa – Livorno; Pisa–La Spezia; Pisa–Lucca–Pistoia
Services: Regional and Intercity
Destinations: Florence, Lucca, Cinque Terre, Livorno
Livorno Centrale
Location: Livorno city
Connections: Pisa – Rome
Siena Train Station
Location: Slightly outside city centre
Lines: Non-electrified line to Empoli (Florence), Grosseto
Regional hub only
Connections: Florence (via Empoli) – Chiusi – Arezzo
Major Bus Terminals & Networks – Tuscany’s local buses are managed primarily by AutolineeToscane since 2021. Long-distance services include FlixBusItabusMarinoBus.
Florence Bus Terminal – Villa Costanza
Location: Scandicci (via T1 tram from city center)
Intercity/International coach terminal
Services: FlixBus, Itabus, tourist buses
Florence – SITA Bus Terminal (Autostazione)
Location: Via Santa Caterina da Siena, near SMN train station
Services: Regional buses to: Chianti towns (Greve – Radda –Panzano) – Siena – Volterra – San Gimignano
Pisa Bus Station
Location: Piazza dellaStazione (adjacent to Pisa Centrale)
Services: Airport shuttle, regional and urban buses
Siena Bus Terminal – Piazza Gramsci
Location: Historic center
Services: Regional routes (Florence – Grosseto), suburban buses
Notable Route: Rapid Florence–Siena coach (\~1h15)
Arezzo Bus Station
Location: Near train station
Services: Local buses and intercity routes (e.g., to Florence and Rome)
Ferry Ports in Tuscany
Port of Livorno
Location: Livorno (Leghorn), western Tuscany
Type: Major commercial and passenger port
Ferry Routes:
To Sardinia (Olbia, GolfoAranci) = To Corsica (Bastia) – To Sicily and Barcelona
Ferry Companies: Moby Lines – Grimaldi Lines – Corsica Ferries Toremar
Piombino Port
Location: Southern coast of Tuscany
Type: Regional ferry hub
Routes: To Elba Island (Portoferraio – Cavo – Rio Marina)
Seasonal ferries to Sardinia and Corsica
Ferry Companies: Toremar – Blu Navy – Moby Lines