Lucca is easily accessible via several nearby airports. We recommend flying into Pisa International Airport (PSA) or Florence Airport (FLR). Pisa is roughly 30 minutes from Lucca, and Florence is approximately 1 hour away. Flying into Rome (FCO) is another option for those looking for a direct flight to Italy from overseas, with train connections to Lucca taking approximately 3 to 3.5 hours.

Note, Pisa is mainly served by European low-cost carriers (RyanAir, EasyJet, Transavia, etc.).

From the Pisa airport take the PisaMover tram to the main central station Pisa Centrale. It will take ~5 minutes to get to the central station from the airport. From the central station, you can take a direct train to Lucca.

From the Florence airport, take the Tramvia Line T2 from the airport to Firenze Santa Maria Novella (SMN), Florence’s main train station. The tram ride takes about 20 minutes and stops just outside the station. From Firenze SMN, regional trains to Lucca run regularly and take approximately 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on the route.

For the train, we recommend using the Trenitalia website to check schedules and purchase tickets.

From the Florence airport, there is also a bus option to Lucca. Take the T2 tram from the airport to Guidoni (it’s the next stop after the airport), then board Autolinee Toscane’s regional bus line “DD” toward Lucca. For the most accurate timetables, check Autolinee Toscane website.

Renting a car can be a great option if you would like extra flexibility, especially if you plan to explore more of Tuscany or other parts of Italy before or after the wedding. That said, a car will not be required for the wedding weekend. Taxis, trains, and local transportation will be readily available for getting to and around Lucca.

Car rentals are available at Pisa (PSA), Florence (FLR), and Rome (FCO) airports. If you plan to rent a car and prefer not to drive a manual, be sure to request an automatic when booking, as manuals are much more common in Italy.

Please note that Lucca’s historic center, like other city centers in Italy, has a ZTL (limited traffic zone). If you are staying within the city walls, we recommend checking with your hotel in advance about parking and permit options.

One final note for anyone driving: speed limits in Italy are enforced by automatic cameras, and tickets can show up back home months later. Please mind the speed limit to avoid any surprise tickets!