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Convent of the Capuchin Friars Art Collection
A small sacred-art visit within the Capuchin complex, known for church artworks and its quiet hilltop setting above the old town.
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$34
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 $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
It's difficult to get from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Monterosso al Mare without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce 4043+
Intercity 684
Regionale 18333+
Intercity 522
Regionale Veloce 4013+
Intercity 666
Regionale Veloce 4029+
Intercity 674
Regionale 18253 · Regionale 19330 · Regionale 12218
Regionale Veloce 4043+
Intercity 684
Regionale Veloce 4029+
Intercity 674
Regionale 18307+
FRECCIARGENTO 8556+
Regionale Veloce 3282
Regionale Veloce 4033+
FRECCIABIANCA 8616+
Regionale Veloce 3274
Regionale 18745+
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12302Omio 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 $21.
Distance: 83 miles (134 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price | $22 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, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 | 1:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h00 | 4:53 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18373 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22938 | 1:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h22 | 5:15 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 · Regionale 19368 · Regionale 12240 | 4:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h07 | 7:35 PM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | 4:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h25 | 6:53 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
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 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 | 2h33 | 12:01 AM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 5 | |||||
Regionale 18251+ InterCityNotte 796+ Regionale 22824 | 12:40 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h23 | 6:03 AM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
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 | |
Regionale 18255 · Regionale 19332 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22906 | 5:35 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h40 | 9:15 AM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18355 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22908 | 6:08 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h37 | 9:45 AM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
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+ InterCityNotte 794+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22914 | 8:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h49 | 11:17 AM Monterosso | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18361 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22922 | 9:53 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h22 | 1:15 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18361+ Intercity 670 | 9:53 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h00 | 12:53 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
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 | |
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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 $21 (€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 $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 31 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 3:27 AM |
Last train 7:31 PM |
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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.
A small sacred-art visit within the Capuchin complex, known for church artworks and its quiet hilltop setting above the old town.
A small exhibition and cultural venue inside the historic Aurora tower area, used for occasional art and local heritage displays.
A former oratory sometimes used for local cultural exhibitions and small art events in the historic center.
The historic core with narrow lanes, pastel buildings, churches, and small squares, ideal for wandering and photography.
The seafront walking area in the newer part of town, popular for coastal views, easy strolls, and sunset photos.
A very popular scenic point between the old and new town with classic views over the coastline and beach.
Local anchovies from Monterosso, served fresh, salted, marinated, or stuffed. They are one of the town’s best-known traditional specialties.
Hand-rolled Ligurian pasta with basil pesto, a regional classic made with local basil, pine nuts, olive oil, garlic, and cheese.
Classic Ligurian flatbread baked with olive oil and salt. It is a staple snack across the Cinque Terre and Riviera.
Well-known Monterosso restaurant with refined seafood and Ligurian dishes, offering a polished but relaxed dining experience near the seafront.
Established restaurant known for seafood, pasta, and coastal views. Popular for classic Cinque Terre flavors in a scenic setting.
Romantic cliffside restaurant with a long-standing reputation for seafood and panoramic sunset dining above the water.
Cinque Terre prices are above average, especially in peak season. Hotels and seafront dining cost more; simple meals and coffee stay reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good table service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
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Monterosso Railway Station, Monterosso Al Mare -> Monterosso Old Town, Monterosso Al Mare
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