Getting to Lucca

by air

The closest airports to Lucca are:

  • Pisa International Airport (PSA) - 16 miles from Lucca

  • Florence Airport (FLR) - 40 miles from Lucca

  • Bologna Airport (BLQ) - 93 miles from Lucca

From each airport, you can reach Lucca by train, private driver, or rental car.

by train

Lucca has excellent train connections to major Italian cities:

  • From Florence: Direct trains run hourly (1.5 hours)

  • From Pisa: Direct trains run frequently (30 minutes)

  • From Rome: Connect via Florence (3.5 hours total)

The train station is a 10-minute walk from Lucca's historic center.

local transport

Once in Lucca, you have several options:

  • Walking: The historic center is compact and pedestrian-friendly

  • Bicycle: Rent bikes to explore the city walls and surroundings

  • Taxis: Available at the train station and via apps

Note: The historic center has no car access for non-residents but plenty of parking lots available outside the city walls

Where to Stay

Grand Universe Lucca

Palazzo Dipinto

Palazzo Alexander

Hotel San Luca

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