Region in Liguria, Italy
Getting around Cinque Terre
How to get around Cinque Terre
The local train links La Spezia and all five villages in about 20 minutes; trails and boats are alternatives. Buy trail or train cards in advance for the best value.
Ways to get around Cinque Terre
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Cinque Terre Train Card | About €18–€20 per day | Includes unlimited local trains between La Spezia and Levanto and trail access |
| Regional train single ticket | About €2–€5 per hop | Frequent but crowded in summer; validate paper tickets |
| Ferry between villages | About €10–€25 for day passes | Seasonal Apr–Oct; stops at Monterosso, Vernazza, Manarola and Riomaggiore |
| Coastal hiking trails | Trail card required on the Sentiero Azzurro | Check for closures on the national park website before walking |
Taxis in Cinque Terre
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. Villages are largely car-free and no ride apps work; take the train, boat or walk.
Arriving in Cinque Terre
Via Pisa (PSA)
Train from Pisa Centrale to La Spezia Centrale about €7–10, 1 h–1h30, then local train; total about 1.5–2 h.
Via Genoa (GOA)
Train from Genoa Brignole to La Spezia about €9–€12, 1h–1h30, then local train to the villages.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. EU licences are fine; other foreign licences need an International Driving Permit alongside. Rental firms check it.
- Onward travel in Italy: High-speed Frecciarossa and Italo trains link Turin, Milan, Venice, Bologna, Florence, Rome and Naples. Regional trains and buses fill gaps; ferries or flights reach Sicily and Sardinia.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Cinque Terre?
No ride-hailing apps work here. Villages are largely car-free and no ride apps work; take the train, boat or walk.
What's the best way to get around Cinque Terre?
The local train links La Spezia and all five villages in about 20 minutes; trails and boats are alternatives. Buy trail or train cards in advance for the best value.
How do I get from the airport to Cinque Terre?
Train from Pisa Centrale to La Spezia Centrale about €7–10, 1 h–1h30, then local train; total about 1.5–2 h.
Is Cinque Terre walkable?
Walkable center.
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