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How to get from Pisa Airport to Florence

Located in the heart of central Italy, Florence is Tuscany’s capital city. This colourful city is considered the birthplace of the Renaissance, so it has many cultural, artistic and historical sites to see. Be sure to pay a visit to the Duomo and its iconic terracotta tiles dome. You can also gaze upon Botticelli’s “The Birth of Venus” at the Uffizi Gallery and Michelangelo’s famous “David” sculpture at the Galleria dell’Accademia.

To reach this artistic city, you have three transfer options from Pisa Airport to Florence; taxi, bus or train. Taking an airport taxi or private transfer is your quickest transfer option, with a journey time of 1 hour and 20 minutes and a cost of around €170. Taking the Sky Bus Lines Caronna bus will take around 1 hour 30 minutes to reach Florence but will cost just €15. Taking the train from Pisa Airport to Florence is your cheapest transfer option, with a cost of €14 and a journey time of 1 hour and 30 minutes.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS
OPTION PRICE DURATION AVAILABILITY
Welcome Pickups €220 80min 24/7
Taxi €170 80min 24/7
Bus €30 90min 06:00–23:00
Train €28 90min 04:15–22:30

How to get from Pisa Airport to Florence by taxi

A quick and direct transfer from Pisa Airport to Florence is a taxi. Taking one of the local airport taxis will cost around €170 to get to Florence and will take around 1 hour and 20 minutes to complete the journey.

How much is a taxi from Pisa Airport to Florence?

The local taxi drivers don’t offer an official set fare for the journey from Pisa Airport to Florence. Having said this, the average fare they will give for up to 4 people will be €170.

If you’d prefer the peace of mind that comes with a fixed fare, we suggest booking your airport transfers in advance with Welcome Pickups.

Cost

€170

Trip Duration

1 Hr 20 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience
Safety
Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 from Pisa Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Pisa Airport?

The taxi rank is located directly outside of the Arrivals Hall of the main Terminal Building at Pisa Airport.

Convenience

If you’re looking for a completely private and direct way to get from Pisa Airport to Florence and your hotel, taking a Pisa Airport taxi is the best transfer option. Your journey time will be just 1 hour and 20 minutes and your driver will drop you off at the very door of your hotel safe and sound.

Editor’s Note

For long journeys, Pisa Airport taxi drivers won't use their meters. Be sure to agree on a price with your driver to avoid being overcharged.

Useful Tips

You can seat up to 4 passengers in a Pisa Airport taxi.
Be sure to bring cash in Euros as most taxi drivers won't accept card payments.
Luggage that can fit in the trunk can be transported for free.

How to get the Pisa Airport to Florence bus

Sky Bus Lines Caronna runs a Pisa Airport to Florence bus daily. The journey time on the bus will be around 1 hour and 30 minutes and the cost of a one-way ticket will be €15 during the day and €25 at night. 

How much is the Pisa Airport to Florence bus?

The cost of a daytime ticket will be €15 and the cost of a nighttime ticket will be €25. You can purchase your tickets online in advance or from the bus driver.

Cost

€15

Trip Duration

1 Hr 30 Min.

*There's a waiting time of up to 2 hours for the bus.

Convenience
Safety
Value for Money

The Sky Bus Lines Caronna runs from approximately 06:00 to 23:00, though each day has a different schedule.

Where do I find the bus at Pisa Airport?

As you step out of the main Terminal Building, you will see the bus stops located in front of you. The Sky Bus Lines Caronna bus is bright orange in colour.

Convenience

Taking the bus is a cheap transfer option, but it’s not the most convenient. You will have up to a 2-hour wait between buses, then once you reach Florence, you will need to find alternate transport to your hotel.

Editor’s Note

The bus schedule changes daily, some days have much later departures than others. Be sure to check the bus schedule for the day you land.

Useful Tips

Boarding will give priority to those with tickets bought online in advance.
There's luggage storage below the bus for large items.
Children under the age of 3 years can travel for free on the bus.

How to get the Pisa Airport to Florence train

There’s no train from Pisa Airport to Florence. You will first need to take the Pisa Mover monorail to Pisa Centrale, then take the train from there to Florence. The total journey time will be around 1 hour and 30 minutes and the total cost will be €14.

How much is the Pisa Airport to Florence train?

The cost of a single ticket on the Pisa Mover is €5, then the cost of a ticket for the train to Florence is €9. This brings the total journey cost on the train from Pisa Airport to Florence to €14 per traveller.

Cost

€14

Trip Duration

1 Hr 30 Min.

*There's an average waiting time of 10 minutes for the Pisa Mover and 30 minutes for the train.

Convenience
Safety
Value for Money

The Pisa Mover is available from 06:00 to 24:00 and the train from 04:15 to 22:30.

Where do I find the train at Pisa Airport?

To reach the train, you will first have to take the Pisa Mover monorail from Pisa Airport to Pisa Centrale train station.

Convenience

If you’re not carrying heavy luggage, taking the Pisa Airport to Florence train may be a good way to travel. However, as there’s a change in the busy Pisa Centrale train station, this transport option may not be a convenient choice for those in groups, with small children or large luggage items.

Editor’s Note

If you're travelling with large luggage items and are looking for a public transfer option, taking the bus may be better suited for you.

Useful Tips

Tickets may be cheaper when purchased online in advance.
There's not much luggage storage on the monorail or the train, try to travel light.
The journey time on the train will vary depending on which line you book.

Welcome Pickups transfer

Welcome Pickups

Book a trained, English-speaking taxi driver to pick you up at the same price as a regular cab from the line

If you feel more relaxed knowing that somebody is waiting for you, you may as well book a Welcome Pickups transfer. As soon as you arrive at the airport you will be greeted by your driver. He will be waiting for you at the terminal of your arrival with a sign that has your name on it. Your driver will help you out with your luggage and together you will make your way to the vehicle. While he is driving you to your accommodation, the driver can give you some tips and recommendations on what to do during your holidays in Pisa. Our drivers are hand-picked and speak fluent English. No need to worry about miscommunication issues that you may face with the local taxi drivers regarding your destination. Relax and enjoy your ride.

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Frequently asked questions

How can I get from Pisa Airport to Florence?

There are three different transfer options from Pisa Airport to Florence; taxi, bus or train. Taking an airport taxi will take 1 hour and 20 minutes to reach Florence and will cost around €170. The Sky Bus Lines Caronna bus will take 1 hour and 30 minutes and will cost €15. Finally, the train will take 1 hour and 30 minutes to reach Florence but will cost just €14 per person.

Is there a direct bus from Pisa Airport to Florence?

Yes, Sky Bus Lines Caronna runs a Pisa Airport to Florence bus that leaves the airport daily. The cost of a single ticket will be €15 during the day and €25 at night, and the journey time on the bus will be around 1 hour and 30 minutes.

What’s the cost of a taxi from Pisa Airport to Florence?

There’s no official set cost for taking a taxi from Pisa Airport to Florence. You will need to speak to your driver and agree on a fare. The average cost will be around €170, but if you’d prefer a fixed rate you can rely on, you can pre-book your Pisa Airport transfers with Welcome Pickups.

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