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MUSA Museo Archeologico e della Città
Civic museum in Palazzo Fascie Rossi presenting local history, archaeology, and cultural exhibitions. A strong introduction to the town beyond the beaches.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$4
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$6
Fastest journey on Sep 20
14 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
14 m
Trains on Sep 20
49
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rapallo to Sestri Levante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rapallo to Sestri Levante will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 49 trains from Rapallo to Sestri Levante, including 49 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 15 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 12445
Regionale 12449
Regionale 12481
Regionale Veloce 3097
Regionale 22979
Intercity 505
Intercity 685
Intercity 651
Intercity 679
Intercity 511Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rapallo to Sestri Levante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, while a bus costs an average of $386.
Distance: 9 miles (16 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$5 Average price Cheapest | $386 Average price | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg 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 Sestri Levante:
A train is $381 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rapallo to Sestri Levante costing on average $386.
Other travel options to Sestri Levante take longer:
Bus takes on average 30m.
The journey is about 3m faster (21m by train vs 24m by car) and roughly $2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($5 vs $7). 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, Intercity.
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 Sestri Levante trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 3257 | 6:41 AM Rapallo station | 0h18 | 6:59 AM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12311 | 7:16 AM Rapallo station | 0h24 | 7:40 AM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 | 8:03 AM Rapallo station | 0h22 | 8:25 AM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 651 | 8:29 AM Rapallo station | 0h14 | 8:43 AM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12335 | 9:04 AM Rapallo station | 0h27 | 9:31 AM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 505 | 9:22 AM Rapallo station | 0h14 | 9:36 AM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12339 | 9:47 AM Rapallo station | 0h26 | 10:13 AM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 657 | 10:21 AM Rapallo station | 0h16 | 10:37 AM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 22979 | 10:49 AM Rapallo station | 0h23 | 11:12 AM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3063 | 10:57 AM Rapallo station | 0h28 | 11:25 AM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12355 | 11:08 AM Rapallo station | 0h22 | 11:30 AM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 | 11:19 AM Rapallo station | 0h15 | 11:34 AM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3097 | 11:28 AM Rapallo station | 0h24 | 11:52 AM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 | 11:40 AM Rapallo station | 0h18 | 11:58 AM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12363 | 12:14 PM Rapallo station | 0h22 | 12:36 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12369 | 12:43 PM Rapallo station | 0h30 | 1:13 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 511 | 1:03 PM Rapallo station | 0h15 | 1:18 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12375 | 1:07 PM Rapallo station | 0h22 | 1:29 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 | 1:19 PM Rapallo station | 0h15 | 1:34 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12379 | 1:45 PM Rapallo station | 0h27 | 2:12 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12385 | 2:10 PM Rapallo station | 0h22 | 2:32 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 665 | 2:23 PM Rapallo station | 0h15 | 2:38 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12395 | 3:09 PM Rapallo station | 0h20 | 3:29 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 | 3:19 PM Rapallo station | 0h15 | 3:34 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12399 | 3:42 PM Rapallo station | 0h31 | 4:13 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12405 | 4:10 PM Rapallo station | 0h22 | 4:32 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 669 | 4:21 PM Rapallo station | 0h15 | 4:36 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12415 | 5:07 PM Rapallo station | 0h22 | 5:29 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 | 5:19 PM Rapallo station | 0h15 | 5:34 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12419 | 5:43 PM Rapallo station | 0h30 | 6:13 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12425 | 6:07 PM Rapallo station | 0h21 | 6:28 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 3279 | 6:14 PM Rapallo station | 0h18 | 6:32 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 673 | 6:21 PM Rapallo station | 0h15 | 6:36 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12435 | 7:08 PM Rapallo station | 0h24 | 7:32 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3281 | 7:19 PM Rapallo station | 0h17 | 7:36 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12439 | 7:46 PM Rapallo station | 0h27 | 8:13 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12445 | 8:07 PM Rapallo station | 0h21 | 8:28 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3283 | 8:14 PM Rapallo station | 0h17 | 8:31 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 679 | 8:21 PM Rapallo station | 0h15 | 8:36 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12449 | 8:47 PM Rapallo station | 0h26 | 9:13 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12455 | 9:09 PM Rapallo station | 0h21 | 9:30 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 3287 | 9:14 PM Rapallo station | 0h18 | 9:32 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 685 | 9:26 PM Rapallo station | 0h14 | 9:40 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12465 | 10:13 PM Rapallo station | 0h23 | 10:36 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12471 | 11:07 PM Rapallo station | 0h28 | 11:35 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 687 | 11:24 PM Rapallo station | 0h19 | 11:43 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3289 | 11:40 PM Rapallo station | 0h18 | 11:58 PM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
Regionale 12481 | 12:07 AM Rapallo station | 0h26 | 12:33 AM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12251 | 12:16 AM Rapallo station | 0h29 | 12:45 AM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12213 | 5:33 AM Rapallo station | 0h16 | 5:49 AM Sestri Levante station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Rapallo to Sestri Levante run on average 42 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 if you book in advance.
There are 42 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 9 miles (16 km) distance in 14m.
Distance 9 miles (16 km) |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 |
Trains per day 42 |
Direct trains 42 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Sestri Levante — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sestri Levante trip today.
Civic museum in Palazzo Fascie Rossi presenting local history, archaeology, and cultural exhibitions. A strong introduction to the town beyond the beaches.
Cultural exhibition space known for temporary visual art, local heritage displays, and events in the heart of the old town near the bays.
Exhibition venue inside Palazzo Fascie Rossi hosting rotating art and photography shows. Good choice for visitors seeking contemporary cultural programming.
The town’s most famous bay, loved for calm water, pastel houses, and a poetic atmosphere. Essential for a walk, swim, or early morning photos.
Broad seaside stretch facing the Bay of Fables. Great for strolling, beach time, and sunset views with an easygoing local atmosphere.
Seafront promenade lined with palms and sea views. Ideal for an easy walk connecting the center with beaches and everyday town life.
Ligurian pasta ribbons with walnut sauce, often enriched with pine nuts, Parmesan, and marjoram. A classic coastal first course tied to regional home cooking.
Thin chickpea flour pancake baked in a hot oven until crisp outside and soft inside. A beloved Ligurian street food eaten plain and fresh.
Local anchovies, often served fresh, marinated, or stuffed. They reflect the fishing tradition of the Tigullio coast and are a staple in nearby seaside kitchens.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining at Hotel Vis à Vis, known for refined Ligurian seafood and panoramic bay views in a polished setting.
Well-known seafood restaurant near the seafront, appreciated for fresh fish, pasta, and classic Ligurian flavors in a relaxed traditional atmosphere.
Historic casual spot popular for farinata, focaccia, and simple Ligurian dishes. Good choice for a traditional, informal local meal.
Moderate for the Ligurian coast: rooms rise in summer, dining is mid-priced, and regional trains are fairly affordable for day trips.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Sestri Levante -> Piazza Matteotti, Sestri Levante
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rapallo to Sestri Levante 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 Sestri Levante, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rapallo to Sestri Levante trains use the Rapallo to Sestri Levante station pair. Use this guide to compare Rapallo and Sestri Levante train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Rapallo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Monique, Gran Caffe Rapallo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rapallo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rapallo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rapallo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rapallo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rapallo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Hotel Vesuvio, Grand Hotel Bristol Resort & Spa.
Sestri Levante has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Polpo Mario, Osteria Mattana
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Sestri Levante. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sestri Levante. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sestri Levante: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sestri Levante: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sestri Levante: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Vis a Vis, Grand Hotel Villa Balbi, Hotel Miramare.
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