Route Comparison
Florence to Cinque Terre: Travel Options & Verdict
Distance: 150 km • Center-to-center journey comparison.
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Take the regional train from Firenze Santa Maria Novella to La Spezia Centrale (2 hours via Pisa, €15.20), then hop onto the Cinque Terre Express regional shuttle which reaches Riomaggiore in 7 minutes.
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| Transport Mode | Operator | Duration | Typical Price | Stations / Airports | Key Booking Tip |
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| train 1 transfer(s) | Trenitalia (Regionale + Cinque Terre Express) | 2h 15m | €15.20 - €24.00 |
Dep: Firenze Santa Maria Novella
Arr: La Spezia Centrale / Riomaggiore
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Buy the Cinque Terre Card at La Spezia station for unlimited train hops between villages. Fare source |
Prices reflect advance bookings and typical peak variances.
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