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Parco Nazionale delle Cinque Terre Visitor Center
Visitor center with exhibits on Cinque Terre’s landscapes, villages, and protected heritage; useful first stop for context.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
kr60
Average ticket price on Sep 20
kr95
Fastest journey on Sep 20
50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
54 m
Trains on Sep 20
2
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sestri Levante to Riomaggiore is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sestri Levante to Riomaggiore will cost around kr95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr60.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 2 trains from Sestri Levante to Riomaggiore, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 58 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sestri Levante to Riomaggiore among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of kr133 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 18m. 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 kr133, while a train costs an average of kr133.
Distance: 20 miles (33 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
kr133 Average price Cheapest | kr222 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The journey is about 21m faster (48m by train vs 1h 9m by car) and roughly kr88 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (kr133 vs kr222). 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 Sestri Levante to Riomaggiore 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 12209 | 4:20 AM Sestri Levante station | 0h52 | 5:12 AM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 501+ Regionale 12212 | 4:51 AM Sestri Levante station | 0h57 | 5:48 AM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12213 | 5:50 AM Sestri Levante station | 0h44 | 6:34 AM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12215 | 6:31 AM Sestri Levante station | 0h50 | 7:21 AM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 3257 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22902 | 7:00 AM Sestri Levante station | 0h56 | 7:56 AM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12217 | 7:31 AM Sestri Levante station | 0h50 | 8:21 AM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 | 8:26 AM Sestri Levante station | 0h45 | 9:11 AM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 651+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22905 | 8:45 AM Sestri Levante station | 0h45 | 9:30 AM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 505+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22912 | 9:38 AM Sestri Levante station | 0h48 | 10:26 AM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12221 | 9:44 AM Sestri Levante station | 0h53 | 10:37 AM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12301 | 9:57 AM Sestri Levante station | 1h03 | 11:00 AM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 657+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22913 | 10:39 AM Sestri Levante station | 0h51 | 11:30 AM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12223 | 10:44 AM Sestri Levante station | 0h53 | 11:37 AM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 | 11:35 AM Sestri Levante station | 0h37 | 12:12 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12225 | 11:44 AM Sestri Levante station | 0h53 | 12:37 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22919 | 11:59 AM Sestri Levante station | 1h01 | 1:00 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12227 | 12:39 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h58 | 1:37 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale 12230 | 1:20 PM Sestri Levante station | 1h00 | 2:20 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22928 | 1:35 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h51 | 2:26 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12229 | 1:44 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h53 | 2:37 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12305 | 1:57 PM Sestri Levante station | 1h03 | 3:00 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 665+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22929 | 2:40 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h50 | 3:30 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12231 | 2:44 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h53 | 3:37 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 | 3:35 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h28 | 4:03 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12233 | 3:41 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h56 | 4:37 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 669+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22937 | 4:38 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h52 | 5:30 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12235 | 4:44 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h53 | 5:37 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22944 | 5:35 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h51 | 6:26 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22941 | 5:35 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h55 | 6:30 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12237 | 5:40 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h57 | 6:37 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 673+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22945 | 6:38 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h52 | 7:30 PM Riomaggiore station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12239 | 6:44 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h56 | 7:40 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12309 | 6:54 PM Sestri Levante station | 1h06 | 8:00 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3281 | 7:37 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h30 | 8:07 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12241 | 7:41 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h53 | 8:34 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3283 | 8:32 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h33 | 9:05 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12243 | 8:41 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h53 | 9:34 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 3287 | 9:33 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h30 | 10:03 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12245 | 9:45 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h49 | 10:34 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12247 | 11:01 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h47 | 11:48 PM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3289 | 11:59 PM Sestri Levante station | 0h45 | 12:44 AM Riomaggiore station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Sestri Levante to Riomaggiore run on average 33 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr59 if you book in advance.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 20 miles (33 km) distance in 28m.
Distance 20 miles (33 km) |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price kr59 |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 12:11 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.
Visitor center with exhibits on Cinque Terre’s landscapes, villages, and protected heritage; useful first stop for context.
Interpretive room highlighting the Via dell’Amore and the history of paths linking Cinque Terre villages.
Small local exhibition space that hosts rotating art shows and cultural displays connected to village life and Ligurian identity.
Famous cliffside path linking Riomaggiore and Manarola; beloved for sea views and romantic Cinque Terre scenery.
Main street of Riomaggiore, lined with tall colorful houses, shops, and everyday village life.
The compact harbor area is the village’s postcard view, ideal for photos, boat watching, and sunset atmosphere.
Anchovies from the Cinque Terre, often marinated with lemon or salted. A classic Ligurian seafood specialty tied to the local fishing tradition.
Thin chickpea flour pancake baked until crisp outside and soft inside. A beloved Ligurian street food eaten plain or with black pepper.
Ligurian flatbread traditionally topped with onions, olives, or herbs. It is a daily staple across the region and popular as a snack or light meal.
Refined seafood-focused dining with tasting menus and local wines. Elegant setting suited to a special meal in Riomaggiore.
Popular casual spot for fresh seafood cones, fried fish, and anchovy dishes. Ideal for a quick local meal near the waterfront.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving Ligurian seafood, pasta, and local wine. Casual atmosphere with a long-standing reputation.
Moderate to expensive for Italy: lodging rises in season, meals cost more than inland towns, and Cinque Terre train fares add up.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change for cafes; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Riomaggiore station -> Castello di Riomaggiore, Riomaggiore
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sestri Levante to Riomaggiore 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 Riomaggiore, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sestri Levante to Riomaggiore trains use the Sestri Levante to Riomaggiore station pair. Use this guide to compare Sestri Levante and Riomaggiore train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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
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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.
Riomaggiore has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Binariozero, Enoteca Dau Cila
Ticket office support is available at Riomaggiore.
Available at Riomaggiore: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Riomaggiore: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Riomaggiore: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Villa Argentina, Hotel La Zorza, Hotel Due Gemelli.
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