How to travel from Lucca to Monterosso al Mare

There are 2 options to travel between Lucca and Monterosso al Mare including taking a bus and train.

The cheapest way to travel from Lucca to Monterosso al Mare is a bus with an average price of $11 (€9).

This is compared to other travel options from Lucca to Monterosso al Mare:

A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucca to Monterosso al Mare costing on average $19 (€15).

The fastest way to travel from Lucca to Monterosso al Mare is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 35m.

Other travel options to Monterosso al Mare take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 0m.

The distance from Lucca to Monterosso al Mare is approximately 47 miles (76 km).

The average frequency per day from Lucca to Monterosso al Mare is:

• Around 42 trains per day.
• Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lucca and Monterosso al Mare as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lucca to Monterosso al Mare:

• Trains mostly depart from Lucca station and arrive in Monterosso.
• Buses mostly depart from Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara and arrive in La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lucca to Monterosso al Mare, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Intercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Frecciargento to go to Monterosso al Mare by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar to go to Monterosso al Mare by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Lucca to Monterosso al Mare:

• 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.

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Most travelers need at least three days in Monterosso al Mare to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Monterosso al Mare, visitors can explore the charming Monterosso Old Town with its narrow streets and traditional eateries, hike the scenic Sentiero Azzurro trail for breathtaking coastal views, and enjoy wine tasting at local vineyards. They can also take a boat tour along the Cinque Terre coast, savor local seafood dishes by the seaside, and relax on the popular Monterosso Beach. Notable sights include the historic Church of San Giovanni Battista, the impressive Monterosso Giant statue, the peaceful Convent of the Capuchin Friars, and the medieval Aurora Tower with its scenic views.

To fully enjoy Monterosso al Mare, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal, allowing time to explore the village, relax on the beaches, and hike the surrounding trails.