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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 05
lei79
Average ticket price on Sep 05
lei94
Fastest journey on Sep 05
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
1 h 32 m
Trains on Sep 05
40
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 lei94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only lei79.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 40 trains from Genoa to Manarola, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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.
InterCityNotte 799+
Regionale 12314
Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale Veloce 3277
Regionale 12385 · Regionale 12231
Regionale Veloce 3289
Regionale 12455 · Regionale 12245
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22944
FRECCIABIANCA 8613+
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22924
Intercity 505+
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22909
Intercity 651+
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22905
Intercity 657+
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22913Omio 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 lei61 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 53m. 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 lei61, while a train costs an average of lei86.
Distance: 44 miles (72 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
lei86 Average price | lei61 Average price Cheapest | lei167 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - 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 lei25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Genoa to Manarola costing on average lei86.
Other travel options to Manarola take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 34m.
The journey is about 13m faster (1h 34m by train vs 1h 47m by car) and roughly lei81 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (lei86 vs lei167). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Regionale.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Genoa to Manarola trains for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:24 PM Genoa | 2h13 | 5:37 PM Manarola | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:24 PM Genoa | 2h07 | 6:31 PM Manarola | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:24 PM Genoa | 1h59 | 7:23 PM Manarola | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:24 PM Genoa | 2h13 | 8:37 PM Manarola | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 5 | |||||
FRECCIABIANCA 8601+ Regionale 12216 | 5:07 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h07 | 7:14 AM Manarola station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus GE001 · Regionale 3257 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22902 | 5:42 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h18 | 8:00 AM Manarola station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus GE001 · Regionale 3257 · Regionale 12217 | 5:42 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h36 | 8:18 AM Manarola station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8605+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22904 | 6:50 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h40 | 8:30 AM Manarola station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22905 | 7:11 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h15 | 9:26 AM Manarola station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 651+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22905 | 7:47 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h39 | 9:26 AM Manarola station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12335 · Regionale 12221 | 8:14 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h20 | 10:34 AM Manarola station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12339 · Regionale 12223 | 8:37 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h57 | 11:34 AM Manarola station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 505+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22909 | 8:53 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h33 | 10:26 AM Manarola station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 657+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22913 | 9:47 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h39 | 11:26 AM Manarola station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12355 · Regionale 12225 | 10:11 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h23 | 12:34 PM Manarola station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2119 · Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 12226 | 10:32 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h51 | 12:23 PM Manarola station | 2 transfers | |
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22919 | 10:50 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h06 | 12:56 PM Manarola station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22924 | 12:05 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h25 | 1:30 PM Manarola station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12375 · Regionale 12229 | 12:11 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h23 | 2:34 PM Manarola station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3365 · Regionale Veloce 3269 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22925 | 12:19 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h07 | 2:26 PM Manarola station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale 12230 | 12:24 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h59 | 2:23 PM Manarola station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12385 · Regionale 12231 | 1:13 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h21 | 3:34 PM Manarola station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 665+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22929 | 1:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h39 | 3:26 PM Manarola station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12395 · Regionale 12233 | 2:11 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h23 | 4:34 PM Manarola station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2127 · Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 12234 | 2:32 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h51 | 4:23 PM Manarola station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22936 | 2:50 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h40 | 4:30 PM Manarola station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12405 · Regionale 12235 | 3:13 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h21 | 5:34 PM Manarola station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Genoa to Manarola run on average 37 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at lei79 but you can travel from only lei50 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (72 km) distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 44 miles (72 km) |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price lei79 |
Trains per day 37 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:53 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.
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Manarola station -> Manarola
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Genoa 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.

Most Genoa to Manarola trains use the Genova Brignole to Manarola station pair. Use this guide to compare Genoa and Manarola train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Genova Brignole is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Brignole has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria da Toto, Trattoria Rosmarino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Brignole. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Brignole. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Brignole: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Brignole: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Brignole: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol Palace, NH Genova Centro, Best Western Hotel Moderno Verdi.
Genova Piazza Principe is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Piazza Principe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Salgari, Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Piazza Principe: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Continental Genova, Grand Hotel Savoia, Hotel Britannia.
Genova Nervi is 8 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Nervi 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 Pizzeria Lo Scalo, Trattoria La Ruota
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Nervi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Nervi.
Available at Genova Nervi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Nervi: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Nervi: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esperia, Hotel Villa Pagoda, Hotel Astor.
Manarola has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Dal Billy, Nessun Dorma
Ticket office support is available at Manarola.
Available at Manarola: Taxis, WC.
Available at Manarola: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manarola: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Marina Piccola, Ca' D'Andrean, La Torretta Lodge.
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