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Centro Visita Parco Nazionale delle Cinque Terre
The National Park visitor center offers exhibitions on Cinque Terre geology, biodiversity, and terraced farming, useful for understanding Manarola's landscape.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€20
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€30
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
2 h 49 m
Buses on Sep 18
4
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence to Manarola is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Manarola will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 4 buses from Florence to Manarola, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 127 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 4 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus
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FlixBus
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054 · 060Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Manarola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €24, while a bus costs an average of €25.
Distance: 78 miles (127 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€25 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest | €41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Manarola:
A train is €1 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Manarola costing on average €25.
Other travel options to Manarola take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 9m.
Tickets start at around €25 compared to roughly €41 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €16. The journey takes 3h 9m versus 2h 7m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Intercity Notte | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 05:48AM | Duration 4h38 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 07:22AM | Duration 6h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €15 |
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Manarola buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:40 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h50 | 3:30 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2h10 | 7:10 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
206 | 5:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2h55 | 8:45 PM La Spezia, Viale Italia c/o Chiosco delle Palme | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
054 · 060 | 2:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h20 | 6:35 AM La Spezia, Viale Italia c/o Chiosco delle Palme | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Florence to Manarola run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:17. The fastest bus covers the 78 miles (127 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 78 miles (127 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:17 PM |
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Discover the best of Manarola — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Manarola trip today.
The National Park visitor center offers exhibitions on Cinque Terre geology, biodiversity, and terraced farming, useful for understanding Manarola's landscape.
This cultural exhibition space in Riomaggiore hosts rotating art and heritage displays and is one of the closest gallery-style venues to Manarola.
The naval museum in La Spezia displays ship models, navigation instruments, and maritime history relevant to the wider Gulf and Cinque Terre coast.
Manarola's most famous panoramic walkway curves above the sea and village, delivering the classic postcard view, especially memorable at sunset.
The waterfront promenade around the rocks and harbor offers easy walking, sea breezes, and close views of boats and colorful houses.
A popular elevated viewpoint near Punta Bonfiglio with dramatic evening angles on the harbor and cliffside houses lit after sunset.
Ligurian anchovies prepared fresh, marinated, or salted. Cinque Terre’s coastal fishing tradition makes them a signature local seafood dish.
A chickpea flour flatbread baked until crisp outside and soft inside. A classic Ligurian street food eaten plain or with pepper.
A savory pie of thin pastry layers filled with herbs, greens, and cheese. Traditional in Liguria and common in local homes and bakeries.
Refined seafood-focused dining with Cinque Terre views. Known for tasting menus, polished service, and a romantic terrace setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving Ligurian seafood, pasta, and local wine in a relaxed setting near the center of Manarola.
Casual local spot for fresh seafood dishes, pasta, and regional specialties. Popular for honest cooking and a welcoming atmosphere.
Moderate for Liguria; lodging in season is pricey, but dining and Cinque Terre trains are manageable versus major Italian tourist cities.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small taxi rounding is enough; no tip needed for coffee at the bar.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Manarola by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manarola, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence to Manarola buses use the Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) to La Spezia, Via Giosuè Carducci station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence and Manarola bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze).
Available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Elevators, ramps.
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo.
Available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Elevators, ramps.
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