What is the cheapest way to get from Florence to Cinque Terre?

The cheapest way to get from Florence to Cinque Terre is to bus via La Spezia - Instituto Cardarelli which costs €12 - €40 and takes 3h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Florence to Cinque Terre?

The fastest way to get from Florence to Cinque Terre is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Florence and Cinque Terre?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Firenze S.M.N. and arriving at Corniglia. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Florence to Cinque Terre?

The distance between Florence and Cinque Terre is 162 km. The road distance is 167.5 km.

How do I travel from Florence to Cinque Terre without a car?

The best way to get from Florence to Cinque Terre without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs €27 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Florence to Cinque Terre?

The train from Firenze S.M.N. to Corniglia takes 2h 29m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Florence to Cinque Terre train from?

Florence to Cinque Terre train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., depart from Firenze S.M.N. station.

Train or bus from Florence to Cinque Terre?

The best way to get from Florence to Cinque Terre is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs €27 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus via La Spezia - Instituto Cardarelli, which costs €12 - €40 and takes 3h 16m.

Where does the Florence to Cinque Terre train arrive?

Florence to Cinque Terre train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., arrive at Corniglia station.

Can I drive from Florence to Cinque Terre?

Yes, the driving distance between Florence to Cinque Terre is 167 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Florence to Cinque Terre.

How do I get a train ticket from Florence to Cinque Terre?

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Where can I stay near Cinque Terre?

There are 5094+ hotels available in Cinque Terre.

Florence to Cinque Terre - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Florence to Cinque Terre by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to CornigliaRe
2h 29m
€27–45
Bus via La Spezia - Instituto Cardarelli
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station to La Spezia536
3h 16m
€12–40
Drive 167.5 km
1. Drive from Florence to Cinque Terre167.5 km
2h 9m
€27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station to La Spezia Chiosco Palme Viale ItaliaMarinoBus 206
3h 41m
€16–56

Florence to Cinque Terre by train

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2h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 162.1 km
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Florence, Italy and Cinque Terre, Italy?

Trenitalia S.p.A. operates a train from Firenze S.M.N. to Corniglia once a week. Tickets cost €27–45 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station to La Spezia once daily. Tickets cost €11–35 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Itabus S.p.A. also services this route 4 times a week.

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