The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Manarola
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 Santa Maria Novella to Manarola will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 6 trains that leave Florence Santa Maria Novella for Manarola on Sat, Jun 06, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 06 the direct trains cover the 127 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
On Sat, Jun 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 19 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.
3:28 PM2h55Florence Santa Maria Novella6:23 PMManarola$231One-way0 transfers
6:21 PM3h19Florence Santa Maria Novella9:40 PMManarola$231One-way0 transfers
5:21 PM3h19Florence Santa Maria Novella8:40 PMManarola$261One-way0 transfers
12:23 PM3h42Florence Santa Maria Novella4:05 PMManarola$271One-way0 transfers
10:28 AM2h55Florence Santa Maria Novella1:23 PMManarola$281One-way0 transfers
3:28 PM2h55Florence Santa Maria Novella6:23 PMManarola$231One-way0 transfers
10:28 AM2h55Florence Santa Maria Novella1:23 PMManarola$281One-way0 transfers
12:53 PM3h12Florence Santa Maria Novella4:05 PMManarola$301One-way0 transfers
6:21 PM3h19Florence Santa Maria Novella9:40 PMManarola$231One-way0 transfers
5:21 PM3h19Florence Santa Maria Novella8:40 PMManarola$261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Manarola
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Manarola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 78 miles (127 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Manarola:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Manarola costing on average $25 (€20).
Other travel options to Manarola take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 37m.
Tickets start at around $25 (€20) compared to roughly $50 (€40) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $25 (€20). The journey takes 2h 24m versus 2h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Florence Santa Maria Novella to Manarola train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Manarola trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h55 | 1:23 PM Manarola | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:23 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h42 | 4:05 PM Manarola | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h12 | 4:05 PM Manarola | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h55 | 6:23 PM Manarola | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:21 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h19 | 8:40 PM Manarola | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:21 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h19 | 9:40 PM Manarola | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Manarola
Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Manarola run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 18:21. The fastest train covers the 78 miles (127 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 78 miles (127 km) |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 27 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 5:08 AM |
Last train 6:21 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Regionale, Frecciargento, Intercity, Intercity Notte from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Manarola trainsRegionale, Frecciargento, Intercity, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Florence Santa Maria Novella and Manarola from $14 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Manarola
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Manarola by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manarola, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Manarola
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Trattoria Dal Billy
- Nessun Dorma
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Marina Piccola
- Ca' D'Andrean
- La Torretta Lodge
- Free
- The station is small with a single entrance and two platforms for regional trains.
- Train: Regional trains to other Cinque Terre towns
- Bus: Local bus services available
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