Museo dell'Emigrazione Monterossina
Small local museum about emigration from Monterosso and the Cinque Terre, with documents and objects linked to families who left the area.
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
5 h 14 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence to Monterosso al Mare is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Monterosso al Mare will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
It's difficult to get from Florence to Monterosso al Mare without transferring at least once.
Treno 18251 effettuato con bus FI653+
Intercity 658
Regionale 18361 · Treno 19342 effettuato con bus FI446 · Regionale Veloce 3270
Treno 18251 effettuato con bus FI653+
InterCityNotte 37278+
Regionale 22824
Regionale 18361 · Treno 19342 effettuato con bus FI446 · Regionale Veloce 3270
Treno 18251 effettuato con bus FI653+
InterCityNotte 37278+
Regionale 22824
Treno 18251 effettuato con bus FI653+
Intercity 658Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Monterosso al Mare among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 83 miles (134 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m 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 Monterosso al Mare:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Monterosso al Mare costing on average $24 (€20).
Other travel options to Monterosso al Mare take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 37m.
Tickets start at around $20 (€17) compared to roughly $54 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $34 (€28). The journey takes 2h 37m versus 2h 18m 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 FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee.
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 12:40AM | Arrival Time 06:03AM | Duration 5h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 06:52AM | Duration 6h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 09:53AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h07 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Monterosso al Mare buses for today, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18361 · Treno 19342 effettuato con bus FI446 · Regionale Veloce 3270 | 9:53 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h07 | 2:00 PM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, July 14 | |||||
Treno 18251 effettuato con bus FI653+ Intercity 658 | 12:40 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h12 | 6:52 AM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Treno 18251 effettuato con bus FI653+ InterCityNotte 37278+ Regionale 22824 | 12:40 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h23 | 6:03 AM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Florence to Monterosso al Mare run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:32, the last at 23:42. The fastest bus covers the 83 miles (134 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 83 miles (134 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 12:32 AM |
Last bus 11:42 PM |
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Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Monterosso al Mare — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Monterosso al Mare trip today.
Small local museum about emigration from Monterosso and the Cinque Terre, with documents and objects linked to families who left the area.
Small artistic and devotional collection inside the Capuchin complex, best known for its religious paintings and serene hilltop setting.
Religious artworks and historic objects at one of Liguria's oldest sanctuaries, visited for both spiritual and cultural interest.
The oldest part of the village, with narrow lanes, small piazzas, historic buildings, and a classic Cinque Terre atmosphere.
Seafront walking area in the newer part of Monterosso, popular for broad views, easy strolling, and iconic photos of the coastline.
Popular viewpoint near the historic tower with sweeping views over both halves of Monterosso and the Ligurian Sea.
Hand-rolled Ligurian pasta traditionally served with basil pesto, a regional specialty closely associated with the Cinque Terre coast.
Local Monterosso anchovies, prized for their delicate flavor and served salted, marinated, or fried; one of the town's signature foods.
Classic Ligurian flatbread with olive oil and salt, eaten throughout the day and especially popular as a simple local snack.
Well-known refined seafood restaurant near the seafront, appreciated for Ligurian dishes, polished service, and an elegant atmosphere.
Established family-run restaurant known for local seafood, anchovy dishes, and classic Cinque Terre flavors in a welcoming setting.
Popular casual spot in the old town, known for generous plates, local wines, and traditional Ligurian cooking in a lively atmosphere.
Cinque Terre is pricier than many Italian towns, especially for dining and lodging in peak season.
Service is often included or modest. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 for coffee or casual meals is appreciated; 5-10% in restaurants for good service is generous, not required.
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