- Recommended
Museo Civico Amedeo Lia
Important art museum in nearby La Spezia with paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts from the Middle Ages to the 18th century. A strong museum option for visitors staying in Riomaggiore and the 5T
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
44 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rapallo to Riomaggiore is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rapallo to Riomaggiore will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 35 trains that leave Rapallo for Riomaggiore on Wed, Jun 17, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 51 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.
Regionale Veloce 3277 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22941
Regionale 12411
Regionale 22861
Regionale Veloce 3265
Regionale Veloce 3281
Regionale Veloce 3273
Regionale Veloce 3281
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22944
Regionale Veloce 3285
Regionale Veloce 3283Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rapallo to Riomaggiore among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Rapallo to Riomaggiore:
A train is $1 (€0.82) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rapallo to Riomaggiore costing on average $14 (€12).
Other travel options to Riomaggiore take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 5m.
The journey is about 23m faster (55m by train vs 1h 18m by car) and roughly $16 (€13) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($13 (€11) vs $29 (€24)). 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 Rapallo to Riomaggiore trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 12213 | 5:33 AM Rapallo station | 1h01 | 6:34 AM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 3257 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22902 | 6:41 AM Rapallo station | 1h15 | 7:56 AM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8605+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22904 | 7:28 AM Rapallo station | 0h58 | 8:26 AM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8551+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22906 | 7:41 AM Rapallo station | 1h15 | 8:56 AM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 | 8:03 AM Rapallo station | 1h08 | 9:11 AM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 651+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22905 | 8:29 AM Rapallo station | 1h01 | 9:30 AM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12337 · Regionale 12221 | 9:03 AM Rapallo station | 1h34 | 10:37 AM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 505+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22912 | 9:22 AM Rapallo station | 1h04 | 10:26 AM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12339 · Regionale 12223 | 9:47 AM Rapallo station | 1h50 | 11:37 AM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 657+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22913 | 10:21 AM Rapallo station | 1h09 | 11:30 AM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 | 11:19 AM Rapallo station | 0h53 | 12:12 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12361 · Regionale 12227 | 12:10 PM Rapallo station | 1h27 | 1:37 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12361+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22924 | 12:10 PM Rapallo station | 1h16 | 1:26 PM Riomaggiore station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale 12230 | 1:03 PM Rapallo station | 1h17 | 2:20 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22928 | 1:19 PM Rapallo station | 1h07 | 2:26 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22925 | 1:19 PM Rapallo station | 1h11 | 2:30 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12381 | 2:08 PM Rapallo station | 1h29 | 3:37 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 665+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22929 | 2:23 PM Rapallo station | 1h07 | 3:30 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 | 3:19 PM Rapallo station | 0h44 | 4:03 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22936 | 3:25 PM Rapallo station | 1h01 | 4:26 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12401 · Regionale 12235 | 4:08 PM Rapallo station | 1h29 | 5:37 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 669+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22937 | 4:21 PM Rapallo station | 1h09 | 5:30 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12411 | 5:08 PM Rapallo station | 1h29 | 6:37 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22941 | 5:19 PM Rapallo station | 1h11 | 6:30 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22944 | 5:19 PM Rapallo station | 1h07 | 6:26 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22944 | 5:37 PM Rapallo station | 0h49 | 6:26 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 22861 | 6:14 PM Rapallo station | 1h26 | 7:40 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 673+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22945 | 6:21 PM Rapallo station | 1h09 | 7:30 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12431 | 7:08 PM Rapallo station | 1h26 | 8:34 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3281 | 7:19 PM Rapallo station | 0h48 | 8:07 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3283 | 8:14 PM Rapallo station | 0h51 | 9:05 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 679+ Regionale 12243 | 8:21 PM Rapallo station | 1h13 | 9:34 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3285 | 9:14 PM Rapallo station | 0h49 | 10:03 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 685+ Regionale 12245 | 9:26 PM Rapallo station | 1h08 | 10:34 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12469 · Regionale 12247 | 10:11 PM Rapallo station | 1h37 | 11:48 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Rapallo to Riomaggiore run on average 32 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 49m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 12:16 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
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Discover the best of Riomaggiore — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Riomaggiore trip today.
Important art museum in nearby La Spezia with paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts from the Middle Ages to the 18th century. A strong museum option for visitors staying in Riomaggiore and the 5T
Naval museum in La Spezia with maritime collections, ship models, instruments, and military history. Worth visiting for Ligurian seafaring context beyond the villages themselves.
Contemporary art museum in La Spezia featuring modern and contemporary exhibitions. A useful cultural stop for travelers wanting an art break from the Cinque Terre coastline.
The famous cliffside path linking Riomaggiore and Manarola. It is one of Cinque Terre's most iconic walks and a must-prioritize experience when open and accessible.
The small harbor area framed by tall colorful houses and fishing boats. This is the village's signature viewpoint and one of the most photographed spots in all Cinque Terre.
A short train ride away, this famous viewpoint toward Manarola's harbor and houses is one of the most shared images in Cinque Terre. Often paired with Riomaggiore on the same day.
Local Ligurian anchovies, often served fresh, marinated, or salted. A classic Cinque Terre seafood specialty tied to the nearby coast.
Twisted Ligurian pasta traditionally dressed with basil pesto from Liguria. One of the region’s most iconic and widely loved dishes.
Olive oil-rich Ligurian flatbread with a crisp surface and soft interior. It is a staple snack and breakfast item across the region.
Popular modern spot known for carefully prepared local seafood and seasonal dishes in an intimate, contemporary atmosphere.
Well-known refined restaurant in Riomaggiore with creative seafood-focused tasting menus and a romantic harbor setting.
Established hillside trattoria famous for fresh fish, pasta, and sea views. A classic choice for traditional Cinque Terre dining.
Cinque Terre is pricier than many Italian towns. Lodging and dining rise in peak season, but simple meals stay manageable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good table service is appreciated. No tip needed for quick coffee.
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