1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chiavari to Manarola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, while a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 40 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chiavari to Manarola:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Chiavari to Manarola costing on average £12.
Other travel options to Manarola take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 49m.
You'll arrive about 25m sooner (47m by train vs 1h 12m by car). Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Regionale.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Chiavari to Manarola trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 12361 · Regionale 12227 | 12:19 Chiavari station | 1h15 | 13:34 Manarola station | 1 change | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22924 | 12:41 Chiavari station | 0h49 | 13:30 Manarola station | 1 change | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale 12230 | 13:12 Chiavari station | 1h11 | 14:23 Manarola station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22925 | 13:27 Chiavari station | 0h59 | 14:26 Manarola station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12381 | 14:18 Chiavari station | 1h16 | 15:34 Manarola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 665+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22929 | 14:32 Chiavari station | 0h54 | 15:26 Manarola station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 12234 | 15:27 Chiavari station | 0h56 | 16:23 Manarola station | 1 change | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22936 | 15:34 Chiavari station | 0h56 | 16:30 Manarola station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12401 · Regionale 12235 | 16:16 Chiavari station | 1h18 | 17:34 Manarola station | 1 change | |
Intercity 669+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22937 | 16:30 Chiavari station | 0h56 | 17:26 Manarola station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12411 | 17:16 Chiavari station | 1h18 | 18:34 Manarola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 | 17:27 Chiavari station | 0h35 | 18:02 Manarola station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22944 | 17:46 Chiavari station | 0h44 | 18:30 Manarola station | 1 change | |
Regionale 22861 | 18:23 Chiavari station | 1h14 | 19:37 Manarola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 673+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22945 | 18:30 Chiavari station | 0h56 | 19:26 Manarola station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12431 | 19:18 Chiavari station | 1h13 | 20:31 Manarola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3281 · Regionale 12242 | 19:27 Chiavari station | 0h56 | 20:23 Manarola station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3283 · Regionale 12244 | 20:23 Chiavari station | 1h02 | 21:25 Manarola station | 1 change | |
Intercity 679+ Regionale 12243 | 20:30 Chiavari station | 1h00 | 21:30 Manarola station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3285 · Regionale 12245 | 21:23 Chiavari station | 1h07 | 22:30 Manarola station | 1 change | |
Intercity 685+ Regionale 12245 | 21:35 Chiavari station | 0h55 | 22:30 Manarola station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12469 · Regionale 12247 | 22:22 Chiavari station | 1h22 | 23:44 Manarola station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Chiavari to Manarola run on average 24 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 56m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 0:26 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
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Discover the best of Manarola — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Manarola trip today.
Visitor centre with displays on marine life, protected habitats and conservation in the Cinque Terre area. Useful context before coastal walks and boat trips.
Small exhibition area on terraced viticulture and local tools, explaining how the landscape around Manarola was shaped by generations of residents.
Small private gallery displaying photographs and local visual work inspired by Cinque Terre landscapes. A quieter cultural stop in the village centre.
Famous cliffside path from the harbour side, known for postcard views of Manarola’s stacked houses and sea. A classic short walk for photographs.
Main village street running from the station towards the sea, lined with houses, shops and everyday local life. Ideal for a first walk through Manarola.
Walking route through terraced vineyards above the village, offering a quieter side of Manarola and wide views back towards the coast.
Liguria’s famous herb sauce of basil, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil and cheese, traditionally served with trofie or trenette and strongly tied to the coast.
Hand-rolled Ligurian pasta traditionally paired with pesto. It is a regional staple and one of the most authentic ways to taste local basil sauce.
A savoury baked pie of rice, courgettes, herbs, eggs and cheese, common in Liguria and often eaten warm or at room temperature.
Well-known seafood restaurant and wine bar near the waterfront, popular for anchovies, pasta and a lively but traditional setting.
Casual harbourside spot known for fresh seafood, Ligurian pasta and local wine, with a relaxed terrace atmosphere in the centre of Manarola.
Small traditional venue serving Ligurian dishes, seafood and local specialities in a simple, friendly setting within the village.
Manarola is pricier than many Italian small towns. Lodging is limited, dining is tourist-led, and Cinque Terre transport adds to daily costs, especially in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chiavari to Manarola 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 Manarola, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Chiavari to Manarola trains use the Chiavari to Manarola station pair. Use this guide to compare Chiavari and Manarola train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Chiavari has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Luchin, Osteria Moderna
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Chiavari. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Chiavari. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chiavari: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chiavari: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chiavari: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Monte Rosa, Hotel Ferrari, Hotel Santa Maria.
Manarola has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Dal Billy, Nessun Dorma
Ticket office support is available at Manarola.
Available at Manarola: Taxis, WC.
Available at Manarola: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manarola: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Marina Piccola, Ca' D'Andrean, La Torretta Lodge.
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