Top Transfer Options: Pisa Centrale to Leaning Tower

The most famous landmark in Pisa, Italy is the Leaning Tower of Pisa. However, not many know that this white marble marvel is actually the free-standing bell tower of the neighbouring Pisa Cathedral. The Leaning Tower was completed in 1372 and has been ‘leaning’ since this day, due to unstable foundations. Be sure to take a tour while at the tower and climb the 294 winding steps all the way to the top.

To reach this iconic site, you have two transfer options from Pisa Centrale to the Leaning Tower; taking a taxi or the bus. A taxi will take around 10 minutes to reach the tower and will cost around €10. On the other hand, the bus will cost just €1.70 but will take at least 20 minutes to reach the Leaning Tower, not including the 5-minute walk at the end.

Welcome Pickups offers meet and greet services and a friendly introduction to Pisa at the same price as a regular taxi. Click here to see the cost.

Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Welcome Pickups	€10	10min	24/7
Taxi	€10	10min	24/7
Bus	€3.40	20min	05:49–22:15

How to get from Pisa Centrale to the Leaning Tower by taxi

For a quick and hassle-free way to get from Pisa Centrale to Pisa Tower, we suggest taking a taxi. The journey time will be just 10 minutes and the cost of a local taxi will be around €10.

How much is a Pisa Centrale to Leaning Tower taxi?

For short journeys such as the one between Pisa Centrale and the Leaning Tower, your driver will most likely use a taximeter. The average cost of a local Pisa Airport to Leaning Tower taxi will be around €10, but this can change depending on the time of day or traffic levels.

For a set fare that won’t change, you can pre-book your Pisa transfers with Welcome Pickups.

Cost

€10

Trip Duration

10 Min.

*Prices may change unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24 hours a day from outside Pisa Centrale station.

Where do I find a taxi at Pisa Centrale?

As you exit the train station, you will see a taxi rank in front of you. The taxi rank is open 24 hours a day.

Convenience

The most convenient way to travel from Pisa Centrale to Pisa Tower is to take a taxi. The quick journey will drop you off directly at the plaza where the tower sits and you won’t have to worry about sitting on a hot and crowded public bus.

Editor’s Note

You can ask your driver for a fixed price if you speak a little Italian. If not, you will be charged using a taximeter.

Useful Tips

Although the local taxi drivers don't speak much English, they will understand destinations such as "Tower of Pisa".

Tipping your driver is expected, you can round up your fare.

You can fit up to 4 passengers in a standard Pisa taxi.

How to get the bus from Pisa Centrale to the Leaning Tower?

The AT Bus group run a bus from Pisa Centrale to the Leaning Tower daily. The average travel time is around 20 minutes, however, this doesn’t include the 5-minute walk from the Torre 1 bus stop to Pisa Tower. The cost of a one-way ticket on the bus will be €1.70 per traveller.

How much is the bus from Pisa Centrale to the Leaning Tower?

If you purchase your bus ticket inside Pisa Centrale, the cost will be €1.70. However, if you want to purchase your ticket from the driver on the bus, the cost will be slightly higher and you will need to bring exact change.

Cost

€1.70

Trip Duration

20 Min.

*There's a waiting time of 10 minutes for the AT Bus.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The AT Bus runs from 05:49 to 22:15.

Where do I find the bus from Pisa Centrale to the Leaning Tower?

The AT Bus leaves from Stop 1 during the day and Stop 6 at night. You will see the bus stops clearly numbered as you step outside the train station.

Convenience

Although a very budget-friendly option, taking the bus from Pisa Centrale to the Leaning Tower isn’t the most convenient way to travel. Not only will you need to sit on a crowded bus for 20 minutes, but once you reach the Torre 1 bus stop, you will have to walk around 5 minutes to actually reach Pisa Tower.

Timetables

AT Bus

Editor’s Note

Be sure to purchase your tickets before getting on the bus to save money. On the bus, you will need to bring exact change, and your driver will up-charge the ticket cost.

Useful Tips

Be sure to arrive 5 minutes before the bus leaves to secure a seat.

The bus leaves from different stops at different times of the day, be sure to check this.

The bus will take you to Torre 1, around a 5-minute walk from the Leaning Tower of Pisa.

Welcome Pickups transfer

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.

Best drivers

Hand-picked english-speaking drivers

Flight monitoring

Drivers are always on time

Quality support

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How do I get from Pisa Centrale to the Leaning Tower?

There are two different ways to get from Pisa Centrale to Pisa Tower; taxi or bus. Taking a Pisa taxi will cost approximately €10 and will take just 10 minutes to reach the iconic tower, while the AT Bus from Pisa Centrale to the Leaning Tower will take 20 minutes and cost €1.70 per ticket.

What's the distance from Pisa Centrale to the Leaning Tower?

The distance from Pisa Centrale to the Leaning Tower is just 3 km. Taking a Pisa taxi will take 10 minutes to reach Pisa Tower, while the At Bus, it will take closer to 20 minutes.

What's the cost of a taxi from Pisa Centrale to the Leaning Tower of Pisa?

The average cost of a Pisa Centrale to Leaning Tower taxi will be €10. However, for this short journey, most taxi drivers will use a meter to calculate the fare, so it may change. To secure a fixed fare you can rely on, we suggest booking with Welcome Pickups in advance.

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How to get from Pisa Centrale to the Leaning Tower by taxi

How much is a Pisa Centrale to Leaning Tower taxi?

Cost

€10

Trip Duration

10 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24 hours a day from outside Pisa Centrale station.

Where do I find a taxi at Pisa Centrale?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get the bus from Pisa Centrale to the Leaning Tower?

How much is the bus from Pisa Centrale to the Leaning Tower?

Cost

€1.70

Trip Duration

20 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The AT Bus runs from 05:49 to 22:15.

Where do I find the bus from Pisa Centrale to the Leaning Tower?

Convenience

Timetables

AT Bus

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Welcome Pickups transfer

Best drivers

Flight monitoring

Quality support

Cancel up to 24 hours before the pickup and get an 80% refund

Frequently asked questions

How do I get from Pisa Centrale to the Leaning Tower?

What's the distance from Pisa Centrale to the Leaning Tower?

What's the cost of a taxi from Pisa Centrale to the Leaning Tower of Pisa?

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