Florence-Pisa Trains Suspended October 9-11: Plan Around It

What is happening on the Florence-Pisa line

The Florentine reports that scheduled maintenance will close the Florence-Pisa railway between Empoli and Pisa from October 9 to 11, 2026. That is the section most travelers use for a Florence to Pisa day trip and for onward connections toward the coast. Expect cancellations, altered departures or longer journeys. Do not assume your normal train will run. Check the operator's official site close to your travel date, and if your journey is essential, look at shifting it to October 12 or later. This is a planned maintenance closure, not a strike, but the impact on a tight itinerary is similar. Tickets bought in advance may be flexible or refundable depending on the fare and the case, so read the conditions before you decide.

Use the disruption for a Florence art day instead

If Pisa is optional, keep the three days for art. The Florentine has published its autumn exhibition guide for Florence and Tuscany, covering shows from Renaissance masters to contemporary visions of the human figure. Book timed entry on official museum sites, because October queues build fast around the main galleries. A slow morning in one major museum plus one smaller show is a better use of a disrupted travel day than a rushed station transfer. Pick venues close to your base instead of crossing the city twice. If you are based in Florence, our Florence guide covers the neighborhoods and transport basics. For day trips that are not affected, the wider Tuscany guide has ideas. If you must reach Pisa, verify the schedule first, then buy a ticket only once the operator confirms the service.