1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bonassola to La Spezia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 22 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£4 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The journey is about 19m faster (38m by train vs 57m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£4 vs £7). 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.
Direct services run with Regionale.
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 Bonassola to La Spezia trains for today, Wednesday 9 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 19:07 Bonassola | 0h38 | 19:45 La Spezia | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Bonassola to La Spezia run on average 24 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 33m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 0:13 |
Last train 23:44 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 1 day |
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Discover the best of La Spezia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect La Spezia trip today.
Technical museum on naval history with figureheads, weapons and ship models, offering insight into La Spezia’s maritime role.
Museum with seals, manuscripts and local archaeology inside a former convent, useful for understanding Lunigiana history.
Museum dedicated to 20th-century art in a central former convent, known for paintings, sculpture and temporary exhibitions.
Elegant palm-lined seafront promenade for harbour views, evening walks and easy access to ferries and city landmarks.
Main pedestrian shopping street with Liberty-era buildings, useful for exploring the city centre between sights.
Tree-lined public gardens by the waterfront, pleasant for a break and close to monuments, ferries and the historic centre.
Savoury pie of rice, eggs and cheese baked in pastry. A classic Ligurian street food found in bakeries around La Spezia.
Small mussels from the Gulf of La Spezia, often stuffed with breadcrumbs, herbs and cheese. A local speciality tied to the city’s maritime tradition.
Fresh anchovies layered with potatoes, tomatoes and herbs, then baked. A homely coastal dish typical of eastern Liguria.
Traditional seafood trattoria known for mussels, pasta and Ligurian dishes in a relaxed, local setting near the centre.
Elegant restaurant focused on refined Ligurian seafood and seasonal ingredients, with a polished atmosphere suited to dinner.
Well-known local spot for fresh fish, mussels and classic coastal cooking, popular for a lively informal meal.
Moderate for Italy: stays rise in peak season, but dining and local transport are manageable versus pricier Cinque Terre bases.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; taxis can be rounded up; café tipping is optional.
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La Spezia Centrale -> Piazza Europa, La Spezia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bonassola to La Spezia 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 La Spezia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bonassola to La Spezia trains use the Bonassola to La Spezia Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at La Spezia Migliarina. Use this guide to compare Bonassola and La Spezia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bonassola has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Osteria Antica Guetta, Ristorante Perballe
Ticket office support is available at Bonassola.
Available at Bonassola: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bonassola: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonassola: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel delle Rose, Hotel Villa Belvedere, Hotel Pensione Moderna.
La Spezia Centrale is 2 km from La Spezia city centre. Public transport options include:
La Spezia Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Chef Express, Moka, Wake Up Cafe' Di Bottazzo Paolo
Free WiFi in the station with password displayed on ticket. ATMs are located inside the station.
Information desks are located inside the station near the information board.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located inside the main terminal.
Available at La Spezia Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at La Spezia Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Spezia Centrale: There are elevators from the parking garage and the road into the station as well as ramps for train access.
Nearby hotels include Affittacamere Casa Dane, La Siesta, Hotel Mary.
La Spezia Migliarina is 1 km from La Spezia city centre. Public transport options include:
La Spezia Migliarina has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at La Spezia Migliarina.
Ticket office support is available at La Spezia Migliarina.
Available at La Spezia Migliarina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at La Spezia Migliarina: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Spezia Migliarina: Elevators, ramps.
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