How long is the high speed train from Pisa to Florence?

The fastest trains from Pisa to Florence take around 48 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 69 kilometres. On weekdays, the first train leaving Pisa is scheduled to depart at around 04:15. The last departure is usually at around 22:30.



The journey from Pisa Centrale to Firenze Santa Maria Novella is relatively short, but it is important to note that most of the 50+ daily departures are Regionale trains rather than dedicated "bullet" trains. In 2026, the fastest direct services take approximately 50 to 56 minutes, while the average regional train takes about 1 hour and 1 minute. While high-speed brands like Frecciargento occasionally operate on this corridor, they don't significantly cut the time because the distance is only 43 miles (69 km). Tickets for the regional trains are a flat, affordable rate (starting around €9.30) and do not require advance booking, making this one of the most popular and "stress-free" day trips in Tuscany. Always validate your paper ticket at the green machines on the platform before boarding to avoid a €50 fine from the conductor.

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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 Florence to Pisa Centrale by booking early.

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Unless your flights are both in the middle of the night, stay only one night in Pisa and spend the rest of the time in Florence. Pisa is a nice little town. Florence is one of the most wonderful cities on the planet.

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Located only 80 km apart, the Pisa airport is the larger of the two airports. Both airports handle flights to major European cities. Pisa handles the bulk of European scheduled flights so it might be easier to find flights into Pisa if you're flying from Europe.

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Flying into Pisa is usually a little less expensive than Florence and there is a train station right at the airport, so traveling to Florence by train is very easy and cheap. Siena and San Gimignano can be done as day trips from Florence if you are looking for the least amount of worry(no need for a rental).

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For first-time visitors and those who have only a short time in Florence, we suggest staying in the Centro Storico or historic district. This area is the heart of Florence and here you'll find the magnificent cathedral or duomo – Santa Maria del Fiore – the Uffizi Gallery, and the Palazzo Vecchio.

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If you're looking to just hit the city's top highlights, three or so days should be enough. But if you're like us, hitting the hotspots will only make you curious to stay longer – especially in a place as rich with culture, cuisine, and history as Florence.

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Conclusions. Sightseeing Pisa on its own will not take you more than a day. However, based on the number of activities you can plan just outside the city, you might want to reserve 3-4 days in Pisa area, to make the most of your trip in Tuscany.

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