PSA → Pisa (Florence), Italy Updated for 2026

Pisa International Airport (Galileo Galilei) (PSA) Transfer & Transit Guide [2026]

Pisa International Airport (PSA), named after astronomer Galileo Galilei, is the main low-cost gateway to Tuscany and Florence. Situated only 2 km south of central Pisa, the automated PisaMover cable train reaches Pisa Centrale Station in 5 minutes, with direct express coaches to Florence SMN.

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All Direct Transfer Routes From Pisa International Airport (Galileo Galilei) (PSA)

PSA 5 min

Pisa (Florence) (PSA) → Pisa Central Station & Leaning Tower

From: €6.50 (~$7.05) / Free on foot
Top Pick: Pisamover Automated Shuttle / City Bus / Walk

Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA) is located just 1.5 km south of Pisa Central Station and 3.5 km from the Leaning Tower. The Pisamover automated shuttle connects the terminal to Pisa Centrale in just 5 minutes for €6.50 (running every 5-8 minutes). Alternatively, Pisa Centrale is an easy 15-20 minute walk. From the station, city bus Line 1+ or LAM Rossa reaches the Leaning Tower (Piazza dei Miracoli) in 10 minutes for €1.70.

PSA 60 min

Pisa (Florence) (PSA) → Florence (Firenze Santa Maria Novella)

From: €14.00 (~$15.20)
Top Pick: Caronna Tour Express Coach / Pisamover + Trenitalia Train

Florence is situated 80 km east of Pisa Airport. The Caronna Tour express coach runs directly from outside the terminal to Florence (Guidoni T2 tram stop or SMN area) in 60-70 minutes for €14.00. Alternatively, taking the Pisamover to Pisa Centrale (5 min, €6.50) plus a Trenitalia regional train to Firenze SMN (50-60 min, ~€10.00) costs €16.50 total and offers 2-3 departures per hour unaffected by highway traffic.

Terminals & Station Layout

The compact terminal is easy to navigate. The PisaMover terminal is located just 40 meters to the left of the passenger exit. Direct coaches to Florence (Caronna Tour / Flibco) board outside the arrivals terminal.

Taxi Rules & Scams to Avoid

Avoid private unlicensed drivers pitching rides to Florence at inflated rates (€150+). Direct airport coaches cost just €14.00, or take the PisaMover + Trenitalia regional train for €14.30.

Late-Night Arrivals (After Midnight)

The PisaMover runs from 06:00 to 00:00. If arriving late, an official taxi to Pisa center costs only €10-€15 due to the 2 km proximity.

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ARRIVAL CONNECTIVITY & RIDE-HAILING TIP

Need Mobile Data at the Terminal for Local Taxi & Maps?

Airport Wi-Fi often drops outside the terminal curb where Local Taxi pickup zones are located. Install a local eSIM before your flight so you can order a ride, translate station signs, and show digital train QR tickets immediately after landing.