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Museo dei Cappuccini
Small convent collection with sacred art and devotional objects, best visited together with the hilltop church and panoramic terraces.
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 Santa Maria Novella to Monterosso al Mare will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
It's difficult to get from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Monterosso al Mare without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce 4029+
Intercity 674
Regionale Veloce 4033 · Regionale 19354 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 12308
Regionale Veloce 4037 · Regionale 18377 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22942
Regionale 18323 · Regionale 19382 · Regionale Veloce 3290
Regionale 18367 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22930
Regionale Veloce 4029+
Intercity 674
Regionale Veloce 4043+
Intercity 684
Regionale 18307+
FRECCIARGENTO 8556+
Regionale Veloce 3282
Regionale Veloce 4033+
FRECCIABIANCA 8616+
Regionale Veloce 3274
Regionale 18333+
Intercity 822Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 bus which can get you there in 2h 19m. 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)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m 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 Monterosso al Mare:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Monterosso al Mare costing on average $25 (€20).
Other travel options to Monterosso al Mare take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 34m.
Tickets start at around $25 (€20) compared to roughly $54 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $29 (€24). The journey takes 2h 34m versus 2h 10m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Monterosso al Mare trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18255 · Regionale 19332 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22906 | 5:35 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h40 | 9:15 AM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18355 · Treno 18355 effettuato con bus FI454 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22908 | 6:08 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h37 | 9:45 AM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4011 · Regionale 19388 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 12302 | 7:00 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h12 | 10:12 AM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4013+ Intercity 666 | 7:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h03 | 10:31 AM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18745+ FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 12302 | 7:34 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h38 | 10:12 AM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4017+ FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22914 | 8:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h49 | 11:17 AM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4027 · Regionale 19346 · Regionale 12230 | 11:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h07 | 2:35 PM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18367 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22930 | 11:53 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h22 | 3:15 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4029 · Regionale 19348 · Regionale 12232 | 12:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h07 | 3:35 PM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 | 12:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h25 | 2:53 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 12:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h12 | 4:05 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4031 · Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 1:00 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h05 | 4:05 PM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4033 · Regionale 19354 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 12308 | 1:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h49 | 4:17 PM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4033+ FRECCIABIANCA 8616+ Regionale Veloce 3274 | 1:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h37 | 4:05 PM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18373 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22938 | 1:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h22 | 5:15 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 | 1:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h00 | 4:53 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4035 · Regionale 19358 · Regionale 12236 | 2:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h07 | 5:35 PM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18377 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22942 | 2:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h24 | 6:17 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4037 · Regionale 18377 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22942 | 3:00 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h17 | 6:17 PM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4039+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22942 | 3:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h49 | 6:17 PM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18381 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 12312 | 3:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h22 | 7:15 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | 4:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h25 | 6:53 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4043 · Regionale 19368 · Regionale 12240 | 4:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h07 | 7:35 PM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18307 · Regionale 19374 · Regionale 12242 | 5:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h07 | 8:35 PM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18307+ FRECCIARGENTO 8556+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 5:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h26 | 7:54 PM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18311+ Intercity 518+ Regionale 12242 | 5:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h42 | 8:35 PM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4047 · Regionale 19378 · Regionale 12244 | 6:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h10 | 9:38 PM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4051 · Regionale 19380 · Regionale 12246 | 7:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h17 | 10:45 PM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18319+ FRECCIABIANCA 8630+ Regionale 12246 | 7:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h52 | 10:45 PM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18323 · Regionale 19382 · Regionale Veloce 3290 | 8:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h06 | 11:34 PM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18333+ Intercity 822 | 9:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h37 | 12:05 AM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
Regionale 18251+ InterCityNotte 796+ Regionale 22880 | 12:40 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h18 | 5:58 AM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18251+ Intercity 658 | 12:40 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h29 | 6:09 AM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18253+ Intercity 662+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22902 | 4:30 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h45 | 8:15 AM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18253 · Regionale 19330 · Regionale 12218 | 4:30 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h05 | 8:35 AM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Monterosso al Mare run on average 31 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:27, the last at 19:31. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (134 km) distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 83 miles (134 km) |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€17) |
Trains per day 31 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 3:27 AM |
Last train 7:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
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 convent collection with sacred art and devotional objects, best visited together with the hilltop church and panoramic terraces.
Interpretive exhibition space introducing the Cinque Terre landscape, terraces, and local traditions through concise educational displays.
Local heritage display focused on Monterosso's maritime and village history, useful for context before exploring the old town and coast.
Monterosso's old town center, filled with narrow lanes, colorful houses, and shops, ideal for absorbing village atmosphere and history.
The newer beachside district with a broad promenade, hotels, and easy sea access, popular for sunsets and relaxed coastal walks.
Main sandy beach area with iconic views toward Il Gigante, excellent for a classic Monterosso seafront walk even outside swimming season.
Anchovies from Monterosso, often salted or marinated, are a local Slow Food specialty tied to the village's fishing tradition and coastal identity.
A crisp fried seafood mix of small fish, squid, and shrimp, served in Ligurian seaside towns and prized for very fresh local catch.
Ligurian focaccia topped with local olives, onions, or herbs. It is a daily staple across the region and a classic snack in Cinque Terre.
Historic seafront restaurant known for fresh seafood, anchovy dishes, and classic Ligurian cooking in an elegant but relaxed setting.
Well-regarded traditional spot serving seafood pasta, local fish, and regional specialties in a warm, old-town atmosphere.
Classic focacceria and bakery favored for focaccia, farinata, pizza slices, and quick Ligurian bites in an informal setting.
More expensive than many Italian towns due to Cinque Terre tourism. Hotels, seafood dining, and peak-season rail costs are high, while simple meals and coffee stay reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto, so tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis are usually rounded up; cafés need no tip.
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Monterosso Railway Station -> Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Monterosso al Mare 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 Monterosso al Mare, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence Santa Maria Novella to Monterosso al Mare trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Monterosso station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence Santa Maria Novella and Monterosso al Mare train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Monterosso has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Miky, Ristorante Belvedere
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Ticket office support is available at Monterosso. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Monterosso.
Available at Monterosso: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Monterosso: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Monterosso: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Porto Roca, Hotel Palme, Hotel Margherita.
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