How to get to Monterosso Train Station

Travel to Monterosso train station from Monterosso al Mare city center

The coastal city of Monterosso al Mare, located on the western coast of Italy in the region of Liguria, is part of the world-famous Cinque Terre. Cinque Terre (five lands) is a term used when referring to the five ancient villages of this region: Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, and Monterosso. In the past, each of these villages was completely isolated from the rest of civilization due to their position between the sea and mountains. To this day, the Cinque Terre region has been able to preserve its natural beauty and become a must-see spot for international travelers and nature lovers. The Blue Path, a hiking trail which connects the five villages, is one of the most visited hiking trails in Italy. Despite being known as an ancient village, the city of Monterosso al Mare now boasts a modern infrastructure which makes it simple and reliable for travelers to use public transportation. The Monterosso train station is the main, and only, train station in the coastal city. The train station is located right on the seaside and only a third of a mile (500 m) from the city center. 

What is the best way to get to the train station from the city center

The city of Monterosso al Mare is quite small and everything can be found within walking distance. The Monterosso train station is located only a third of a mile (500 m) from the historic city center of Monterosso al Mare, and therefore travelers can reach their destination within five to ten minutes. Nonetheless, the city also provides a shuttle bus for the public to use in order to get around more conveniently. If travelers prefer using the bus to reach the train station from central Monterosso al Mare, they can simply catch the bus at the Piazza Garibaldi station and take the ATC bus (direction of Soviore) for one stop to arrive at the Monterosso train station within a matter of minutes. It is recommended that travelers check the schedule for the buses ahead of their departure to arrive on time to the train station. 

How far is it from the city center to the train station? 

The Monterosso train station is located only a third of a mile (500 m) from the historic city center of Monterosso al Mare. Travelers will find the seaside to be right outside the Monterosso train station with access to the beach, as well as plenty of restaurants and bars along the coastline. Moreover, just a short five-minute walk away, travelers will be able to visit downtown Monterosso al Mare and all its main landmarks. The recommended method of travel between the city center and the train station is either by bus or on foot. If visitors decide to take a bus to the train station, they should catch the ATC bus from Piazza Garibaldi station (direction of Soviore) and get off on the next stop, Stazione Monterosso. The walk, however, is beautiful and adjacent to the coast. If passengers are unencumbered by bulky luggage, this is the recommended method of getting to the train station.

How accessible is the train station for those with limited mobility?

Travelers with limited mobility will not have trouble when using the Monterosso train station. The train station offers specific assistance to its passengers, such as visual and sound information systems. Moreover, the train station also provides a raised sidewalk to enter and exit trains during arrivals and departures on track 1. Regardless of being a smaller train station, plans for more and better accessibility to passengers with limited mobility have been made and will be enacted soon.

Local tips: the train station and points of interest

Visitors to the region should consider purchasing a "Cinque Terre Card" which will grant them unlimited access for the entire day to the public buses and to the train line that goes from Levanto to La Spezia (including all the villages of Cinque Terre.) For travelers that are interested in nature walks and hikes, the entire region offers various beautiful paths from village to village for every level of difficulty. It is advisable to check the difficulty level of hiking trails before beginning any journey. Lastly, being a coastal city, Monterosso al Mare also offers delicious seafood-based cuisine. Pasta and snacks are filled with local catches and tourists can watch the catch-of-the-day being brought in by local fishermen if they are awake early enough. On the other hand, for those that prefer to avoid seafood, Monterosso al Mare is famous for its pesto. Try it in pasta or on pizza!