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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
€10
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€11
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 28 m
Buses on Sep 18
11
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Genoa to Manarola is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Genoa to Manarola will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 11 buses from Genoa to Manarola, including 11 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 1 h 35 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Genoa to Manarola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 5m. 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 bus costs an average of €12, while a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 44 miles (72 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€12 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price | €30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Genoa to Manarola:
A bus is €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Genoa to Manarola costing on average €17.
Other travel options to Manarola take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 46m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (1h 35m by bus vs 1h 47m by car) and save roughly €18 compared to fuel and tolls (€12 vs €30). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:52PM | Arrival Time 02:38AM | Duration 5h46 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 09:52PM | Arrival Time 03:38AM | Duration 5h46 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 10:52PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 5h58 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
The table below shows live departures for Genoa 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 |
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FlixBus | 9:15 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1h35 | 10:50 AM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1h55 | 2:40 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:25 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1h45 | 4:10 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
061 | 7:05 PM Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria | 1h35 | 8:40 PM La Spezia, Viale Italia c/o Chiosco delle Palme | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1h35 | 10:55 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria | 1h20 | 10:55 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3275 · treno 3289 effettuato con bus GE035 · Regionale 12310 | 10:52 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h58 | 4:50 AM Vernazza station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3275 · treno 3289 effettuato con bus GE035 · Regionale 12310 | 10:52 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h46 | 4:38 AM Riomaggiore station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 11:55 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1h45 | 1:40 AM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 12:15 AM Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria | 1h25 | 1:40 AM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1h35 | 4:20 AM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Genoa to Manarola run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 44 miles (72 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 44 miles (72 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 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 Genoa 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 Genoa to Manarola buses use the Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia to La Spezia, Via Giosuè Carducci station pair. Use this guide to compare Genoa and Manarola bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria. ATMs are several ATMs located nearby.
Ticket office support is available at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria.
Available at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Genova, Aeroporto/partenze is 6 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova, Aeroporto/partenze has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Genova, Aeroporto/partenze. ATMs are available at Genova, Aeroporto/partenze.
Ticket office support is available at Genova, Aeroporto/partenze.
Available at Genova, Aeroporto/partenze: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova, Aeroporto/partenze: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and assistance available.
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