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Museo del Castello
Museum in the seaside castle presenting exhibitions and cultural displays in one of Rapallo’s most recognisable historic buildings.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£12
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 4 m
Trains on 05 Sept
1
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manarola to Rapallo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manarola to Rapallo will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 1 trains from Manarola to Rapallo, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 4 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manarola to Rapallo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 20m. 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 £10, while a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 48 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Manarola to Rapallo:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Manarola to Rapallo costing on average £12.
Other travel options to Rapallo take longer:
Train takes on average 58m.
The journey is about 26m faster (58m by train vs 1h 24m by car) and roughly £3 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£10 vs £12). 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 Manarola to Rapallo trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:24 Manarola | 1h26 | 14:50 Rapallo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
![]() | 4:11 Manarola | 1h04 | 5:15 Rapallo | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Manarola to Rapallo run on average 22 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 0:14 |
Last train 23:46 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Rapallo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rapallo trip today.
Museum in the seaside castle presenting exhibitions and cultural displays in one of Rapallo’s most recognisable historic buildings.
Compact lace museum in a historic villa, showing local craftsmanship, tools and delicate pieces linked to Ligurian textile traditions.
Gallery and exhibition space hosting changing art shows and cultural events inside the lakeside setting of Villa Tigullio.
Elegant seafront promenade lined with palms, harbour views and Belle Époque buildings; ideal for a scenic walk at any time of day.
Main square near the waterfront, surrounded by historic buildings and everyday town life, making it a useful and lively meeting point.
Public park around Villa Tigullio with lawns, trees and sea views, offering a relaxed green break close to the centre.
A thin Ligurian chickpea pancake baked in a wood oven. Simple, crisp and deeply traditional across the Gulf of Tigullio.
A savoury vegetable pie of Swiss chard, herbs and cheese in thin pastry. A classic Ligurian home dish eaten throughout the area.
Fresh pasta ribbons with basil pesto, potatoes and green beans. This is one of Liguria’s signature dishes and common around Rapallo.
Traditional Ligurian restaurant known for seafood and regional pasta dishes in a relaxed, classic setting near the seafront.
Established seafood-focused dining with refined Ligurian cooking and a polished atmosphere, popular for fish and local specialities.
Casual spot for pizza, farinata and Ligurian favourites, valued for an easy-going atmosphere and dependable traditional choices.
Rapallo is pricier than many Italian towns, with higher hotel and restaurant costs in peak season, though trains and simple lunches remain fairly reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; taxi tipping is optional, and small change at cafés is appreciated.
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Rapallo railway station -> Piazza Cavour, Rapallo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manarola to Rapallo 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 Rapallo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manarola to Rapallo trains use the Manarola to Rapallo station pair. Use this guide to compare Manarola and Rapallo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Rapallo 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 Monique, Gran Caffe Rapallo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rapallo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rapallo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rapallo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rapallo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rapallo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Hotel Vesuvio, Grand Hotel Bristol Resort & Spa.
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