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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
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
1 h 42 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Viareggio to Manarola is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Viareggio to Manarola will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 1 trains that leave Viareggio for Manarola on Tue, Aug 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 11 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .
On Tue, Aug 11 the slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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 Viareggio to Manarola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 29m Average total duration 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Viareggio to Manarola:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Viareggio to Manarola costing on average $13 (€10).
Other travel options to Manarola take longer:
Train takes on average 59m.
The journey is about 6m faster (59m by train vs 1h 5m by car) and roughly $2 (€1) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($13 (€10) vs $15 (€12)). 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.
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 Viareggio to Manarola trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:41 AM Viareggio | 1h42 | 12:23 PM Manarola | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Viareggio to Manarola run on average 28 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 28 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 12:22 AM |
Last train 11:21 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
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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 Viareggio 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 Viareggio to Manarola trains use the Viareggio to Manarola station pair. Use this guide to compare Viareggio and Manarola train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Viareggio 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Da Giorgio, Ristorante Santa Monica
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Viareggio. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Viareggio. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Viareggio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Viareggio: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Viareggio: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza e de Russie, Hotel President, Hotel Bella Riviera.
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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