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Taking the train from Venice to Pisa Centrale
The train from Venice to Pisa Centrale takes as little as three hours, meaning you can have a morning espresso in Piazza San Marco, then enjoy lunch within sight of Pisa's famous Leaning Tower. The distance between the two towns is 246 km - a long ride by car, but much more manageable when you're whipping through the Tuscan countryside at 300 km/h.
Instead, rail passengers start their journey at the well-equipped Santa Lucia station in the heart of Venice near the Grand Canal. There are usually 19 departures every day, mostly Trenitalia's high-speed Frecciarossa trains, which offer amenities like WiFi and power sockets.
From arrival into Pisa Centrale station, it's only a 10-minute stroll along the River Arno to Piazza dei Miracoli, where you'll find the Leaning Tower, one of Italy's most famous landmarks. Keep on browsing for train times, prices, and other travel tips.
Venice to Pisa Centrale by train
It takes an average of 3h 58m to travel from Venice to Pisa Centrale by train, over a distance of around 153 miles (246 km). There are normally 35 trains per day travelling from Venice to Pisa Centrale and tickets for this journey start from £20.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:17 | |
| Departure station | Venice | |
| Arrival station | Pisa Centrale | |
| Journey time | From 3h 11m | |
| Distance | 153 miles (246 km) | |
| Frequency | 35 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £20.80 | |
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Cheap train tickets from Venice to Pisa Centrale
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Venice to Pisa Centrale by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.