What a great website for info! Thanks in advance! We are staying in central Milan and have tickets in Alta Velocita C (6c). 1. After F2 qualifying at 7pm on Friday, I rushed to the Lesmo exit to get onto the 7.09pm train from Biassono-Lesmo station, only to find out that I wasnt the only one to have had the same idea, and due to crowd control, I wasnt allowed onto the platform. from Lesmo or Parabolica. John, I cannot answer all your questions. Ill be driving to Monza from Milan for the first time this year. Ive bought tickets through F1.com and have been told due to printing delays we may have to collect our tickets from the circuit. Hello! if the destination doesnt fit their needsOr very often they are raising the fees (x1.5 / x2 times the normal fare). we have seats a 8a Esterna Prima VariantaA Feel free to contact me here on website for further suggestions / help (or a.ste@me.com). We parked our bikes close to Ingresso C and after some queuing entered the circuit area. Royal Gardens 1.33 km. I think it will still be quicker than getting out in a car after the race. Just to say the two links, http://www.monzanet.it/en/formula1/3125/F1%20minisito%202012_Centri%20accrediti%20en Nice website with a lot of usefull informations. Thanks! }); The Z221 will also take you back to Monza station from the opposite side of the road you get off on. Where to park the car? Im surprised because 11 is the race. I have to mention that there was loads of rubbish everywhere and the toilets were disgusting. We are going to Monza, staying in Como near the San Giovanni train station. }); Thanks for this website, the information is very useful. Alternatively, you could get one of the paid local buses (nr 221) from Monza railway station to get you a little closer to the track and save your legs. Serrone (or Orangerie) 1.25 km. Were going to the circuit on Saturday and Sunday and any specific advice about access to the circuit would be welcome. On the other days, you need to take the train to Monza and get the black shuttle bus. You can buy tickets from the machine on the station, one way was 2.20 euros. Looking forward to the GP Ive purchased four general admission tickets for the family for race day via Gootickets.com. WHERE TO PARK During the ITALIAN GRAND PRIX it is not possible to access the racetrack with private cars and motorbikes . Milano Centrale Station to Italian F1 Grand Prix, Monza - 5 - Rome2rio I think you have to be patient. It really is better/easier to take the train or bus to get to the circuit. Feel free to contact me to arrange a pick up if you need it, Im based right out from the main entrance (mail me to a.ste@me.com and Ill send you my mobile number if the suggestion is ok with Editor of f1destinations.com ). Just make sure you buy return tickets so you dont have to queue up at Monza train station. Hi, we are traveling to Monza next weekend. Just a little confused how it works. Hi! and when you were at Monza Grand Prix was it possible to get a taxi to and from there? We will visit the race on Sunday and stay in Bergamo. Hi to both of you, On Saturday we would prefer to take train to the circuit. We then cycled North through the beautiful park towards the circuit. Hi Trevor! When there isnt much English directions/signs and most people speak poor English with inpatient and unfriendly attitude, visiting Italy, especially some small towns and cities, you need to be very careful with their ways of getting you fined. Hi Craig, please contact Gootickets. I looked at maps on my phone, and noticed that there is Arcore train station less than 3 kms from the Lesmo exit. Regarding going to Monza track on Thursday, I saw there is a bus Z221 from Monza station. Is there any chance the train/shuttle service from Milan to Monza will still be running on the Friday? Enjoy! Thank you! A lot has changed on the circuit in the meantime, of course, but one thing has definitely stuck : Monza is all about speed. Kind regards, Lieve. Hi Andrew! There is a second train station to the north of the circuit, that is operational on race weekend. My doubt is to stay in Milan or Bergamo/Verona. Were in stand 6c we plan to get the train to Monsa station then the 221 bus to via Santa Maria del selve .. Then enter at gate B . You better finish reading my post. So, maybe is better to take the other trains heading to Monza. How to reach us - Autodromo Nazionale Monza For the race, I think some of the best views in General Admission are on the inside of Parabolica, but you probably need to reserve your spot early. Also can you bring a rucksack. Quite late after the event, but feel I should post how horrible Monza is as a GA ticket holder. You will be asked at the circuit entrances: a valid identity document; A lot of info, Thanks. Tour and walk-around, but worth a visit to the old circuit. I have that pic on my 500PX account. Is it possible to take a Taxi as we will be in a hurry Metro m1 from Milan to sesto station then z221 bus to Santa Maria delle Selve, in Biassono. I found they were much of a muchness from both options. Me and my friend have a flight at 20:35 from Bergamo airport and we have GA tickets. I suppose that the logical thing is that I get the 10 ticket for the train+shuttle bus, right? Trenord train tickets can be purchased from machines at any train station and don't need to be booked in advance. Will travel by car from Bergamo, with ticket booked in 26C grandstand. The park is huge and has lots to see and do, so use that time to walk around and experience the atmosphere. Hi Despina, I will be updating this page very soon! Especially after the race when you could walk from the opened race track. or not?? Milan ( near Centrale train station) to track. I think we are going by train from Milano to Monza and take the black shuttle bus. Need To Know: 2022 Italian Grand Prix - F1Destinations.com The Biassono method is less popular and youll be doing more walking in the forest. Thanks so much Jerome, Ill be updating the post with this information! Do you know which train/bus connection is best?? Great site and really the go to for our trip planning. I am thinking of going to the race, I would land at 12h30 at Linate and race starts at 15h00. However the Trenord website requires registration which seems impossible from UK address. My friend and I will visit Milan for the very first time next weekend. What is the Best option departuring from the AirPort? Can you be 100% sure you will get a cab from the circuit and would it be too early to book the flight at 21:00?. There is a cafe, toilets, souvenir shop and a museum on Ayrton . Dear Editor team, first of all, this is great page and only one with useful tips how to get to Monza. What is the Best option departuring from the AirPort? Train from Bergamo and then the Black shuttle sounds like a good plan. Just be aware we got the run around asking a few of the staff where to go but if you head to Gate A then you should be able to get someone to point it out. Hi Andrew, I see on the Monza website that Trenord tickets can be purchased online in advance. I would still take the train. The majority of toll exits are automated, but an English option is available and its not too difficult to work out. I managed to get weekend tickets for myself and my wife, but well be bringing our 11 month old baby with us. I think either station works for 6b, but you would have to walk further from the Biassono-Lesmo station. Not sure when gates open, but aim to get there around 8-9am to beat most of the crowds. But in general, if you are going on Friday or Saturday you can check the views. What time does the qualifying on Saturday and the race on Sunday start so I know when to time our departure? Which transfer to take? Is there a direct conection between the airport and the circuit on sunday (Race day)? Is it best to pre-book our train tickets and if so do we need to stick to the times we book for? Yes, I think using Biassonno-Lesmo train station is a good idea. Better alternative is Gibraldi station. You shouldnt even need to print them if you can scan the QR code on your phone, but having a printout is always a good idea. http://monzanet.s3-eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/uploads/2015/08/28083909/Mappe-GPf1-4-1.pdf. Can you recommend any car parks in particular that are best suited if I have General Admission tickets. Central station Milano is not the best option to go to Monza. Does the special train on race day stop at monza by any chance? This will be our first time to Milan and the Grand Prix. Yes seats are numbered but only on Saturday and Sunday, and you may still have to ask some random person to vacate your seat. Thank You. The main person we are taking is my friends Nona and she is not the strongest walker but is so excite to see Ferrari for the 1st time in her life. We are flying into Linate on Friday and are departing Sunday 19:15. Sounds good! Hi George, for 6B, it will be better to take the train to Monza followed by the shuttle bus to the circuit (assume the shuttles will be operational again this year). Which entrance should we use at the circuit ? Yes, it will be a walk from there to 21D and 8B, but its a nice walk in one of Europes largest city parks. We are staying in Osio Sotto for the raceweekend. Even on the metro when we had the wrong tickets, he totally helped us along. Heres the map with the gates and also the drop off point for the shuttle. We have tickets for 21d laterale parabolica D . Thanks for your help! I understand you catch the train to Monza but which would be the best shuttle bus to get to that part of the circuit.Thanks for your help. Please you are not bothering me this is very useful information and Ill update the post to reflect this. Im travelling from Milano Centrale by train to Monza next week. So 30 minutes total not including any wait time to get on the black shuttle. Otherwise, I would recommend calling an Uber or taxi to take you back to your hotel. First we were thinking about hire a car do you think its better to travel from milan central to monza central and take the shuttle bus or would you go for a car/recommend another trainstation? With over 270 train and coach companies in and across 45 countries including Trenitalia and Italo, see where you can go from Monza with Trainline today. Whilst express trains to Biassono-Lesmo only run on race day, regular trains do run hourly on line S7 between Milano Porta Garibaldi and Lecco stopping at Biassono-Lesmo on all days. Get the airport train from Malpensa to Milano Porto Garibaldi, then a second train from there to Monza (or Biassono on Sunday). You can buy a 10 return ticket for travel from any station in Milan to Monza Station on race weekend that also includes a return ticket for the Black Shuttle. Andrew, Gate G is marked on the map in red meaning Reserved and looks like an internal gate. Must say this site is excellent so thank you for all your hard work. Okay, we will take the train! Im staying near MLP airport and hope to rely on the express to get to and from Milan and then to Monza. I dont recommend booking flights so early after the grand prix, but you still should be fine. You can buy tickets from the station. Hiring a car is a great way to see Italy, especially if youve got some extra time to explore. Went to get water. Staying in Milano and we have a rental car. After that, its a 15-20 minute walk to the inside of Parabolica underpass from Gate A or overpass from Gate G. Good luck and enjoy the Temple of Speed! Monza train station is the most popular, and is approximately 5km from the circuit. Do you know if there is a place to leave luggage at the track or in Monza train station. So, be warned that although there may be 90000+ ticket holders inside the circuit, there will be several thousand OUTSIDE getting in at the end. Close to the end of the race we left to beat any traffic, cycled back, picked up our car and were at the airport at 16:30. Grandstand 6c is a good choice! How was your experience to the race and how did 6B look like? On race day, Id say before 9am. After the race, Id try and wait up to 2 hours to let the crowds die down. Monza has hosted more Formula 1 races than any other circuit, with 1980 being the only season that the track didn't appear on the schedule. After you get off the shuttle, youll still have a 30-40 minute walk to your grandstand. But I would personally buy in advance, save you having to line up. But if you are planning on taking routes I suggest, then there is a catch, and you should READ! More information here. Hi Jo, sounds like a cool trip. Driving is my only option but I would like to have the parking worked out before I come. The rain sucked big time and after we walked the fun center, decided to catch the buses back to the train. Black shuttles are free or you have to buy tickets? I dont know how much of the GA room/views will be taken by these grandstands, as they werent there last time I attended the race. Monza Circuit was built in 1922, in only 110 days, both for competitions and for motor (auto & motor cycle . This is some great information thank you so much! Second best option is to take the train, but that will take close to 2 hours. Thanks for the write up Mel and Richard! Id consider driving to Milan, finding some suitable/safe parking and then taking the train or the bus to the circuit. When we reached Monza we had a one hour and 45 minute walk to our seats in grandstand 8 due to the amount of people, bottlenecks, security checks, bag searches, ticket scanning and general disorganization. Bus tickets valid for one hour cost around 2. On each of the three days including race day my journey was uninterrupted and the longest traffic queue I was in lasted about 5 minutes due to a flood on the road by the railway line. Thank you. and what can you take with you in your back, what is allowd on the circuit. 'sitekey': jQuery(el).attr('data-sitekey') I think 9pm is too early for a flight from Bergamo. My friend wants to hire a driver to transport us from Milan to the track all 3 days of the race. Hi Not clear from the map if this route is indeed pedestrianised but given It is a park i suspect it is. I think its actually possible that the Biasonno station at the top of the circuit will get you there quicker, but obviously more walking involved. We arent in a hurry on the day, but conscious of limiting the amount of walking for our particular group of 4. We are hearing rumours of a potential train dispute on 9/10th Sept. What are your thoughts or information in respect of the points raised. Better to take the train to Monza station, then bus/shuttle. If someone need some hint/suggestions on transportations or pickup arrangments by car, feel free to contact me. The journey from Como to Monza by Train is 29 km and takes 51 min. Hello, Please use the website http://www.trenord.it to retrieve all the best solutions for your train (consider also Biassono or Lissone-Muggi train stations). The 20 minutes walk to Monza park from the black busline is a little optimistic. We did have lunch at Costa Alta which was very nice indeed. Im hoping that is just pre-purchase and we can still get them on the day? You shouldnt have an issue finding the entrance :). More info on our Accommodation page for Italy. I understand they have their own policies, but still feel very offended and believe its an official scam for the metro system because you will be ambushed and thats how they help their economy. Do you know how to pre-book car park ticket/get the bus information? If you purchased your tickets via Monzanet (like we did last year), you will more than likely be picking them up at the Mirabello entrance. great website and article. Thank you. I am staying in Milano, close to station Certosa. When I booked tickets there was no option for a child ticket, and now that it seems the whole event has sold out, I cant check any of the ticket websites. Thanks so much! Enjoy! Please give me some advice. Nevertheless I am having some serious Post-Purchase-Research-Syndrome, so far I am glad weve shelled out extra to have a grandstand seating. Is it easy to get hold of a taxi around the ciruit? And also your opinion on the best value for money as well please? This means less walking and should be a better arrival/departure from the track. staying at Hotel degli Arcimboldi , have general admission tickets for all weekend, thank for any tips. The trip to Monza is very short, about 15 minutes, maybe. F1, FORMULA ONE, FORMULA 1, FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, GRAND PRIX and related marks are trade marks of Formula One Licensing B.V. You have to validate the tickets on the yellow boxes on the platform. Very useful website, thanks! any suggestions? We are sitting at 26C. Are those metro/bus lines correct? Required fields are marked *. This service also stops at Monza, and someone coming from further afield (like Como) could catch it there too. For sure I wish I had arrived sooner at the train station, but couldnt for practical reasons. Please advise us for how to travel by car or bus/train we leave from Holland in 10 hours by car . But at least we made it back quickly as an express route and were back at Centrale in about 15 minutes. It took forever! You didnt indicate how you were getting to the track. The tickets from Milano Centrale or Milano Porta Garibaldi should actually include the shuttle bus tickets at the other end. As for local bus, just buy your ticket on board. What way would you recommend to get to the track? Just a quick question about parking is it recommended that you buy parking tickets online for Monza or can you buy at the gate? Same advice I gave to Harry in my last reply for the best parking. Also what time is best to park up on the morning of Race day? 2)I was gonna pre book return train tickets from Milan. Do You think that i would have enough time to get to the circuit for the race (14:00). Were staying in Parma. The trains run regularly and seem to be on time. Theres a chance that services could be restricted between 9am and 5pm, so Id recommend aiming to get there before 9am and return after 5pm. Golf carts ? The Black line runs from the Monza railway station to the circuit, the Blue line serves carparks to the north and east of the circuit, and the Purple line serves carparks to the south and east. We have general admissions tickets and are hoping to get seats near the inside of parabolica. Your best bet is to park in one of the parks near the big P (Zona Parcheggi Comune di Monza). I stayed on Milano, so every day I took the train from Milan Central Train Station, heading to Lecco, Tirano or Chiasso. Never saw a traffic jam on all three days. This is great :) Our tickets are in GS 6b. hello, me and my friend first time going to f1 grand prix, decided go to Italy (Ferrari in our blood ). Dont be in a hurry to leave the circuit after the race, enjoy the atmosphere and wait for the crowds to die down. Instead, why dont you go to the Alfa Romeo museum, which is in the suburbs of Milan? Where ever you enter the circuit you will have a long walk and mine from D (lesmo) to Grandstand 6C (1st Chicane)was about 30 minutes mainly tarmac paths although muddy from the rain on Saturday. Dont leave anything of value in the car! International high-speed (and night) trains generally need to be booked in advance and offer limited allocations for Eurail pass holders. We are from Adelaide as well and after having been to every race in Adelaide & Melbourne, twice to Singapore and once to Brazil this is our first time to Monza. Tickets cost just 1 per trip or you can buy a ticket valid for one day (3.50) or two days (5) which is also valid for trams and buses in the metro area (but not for the trains to the circuit). Hi, many thanks for the great tips. Its probably a 20 minute walk after you get off the shuttle. helps you find the best way to get to F1-circuit monza with step-by-step directions from the nearest public transit station. If you mean right after the race, it will be difficult. I would like to take the train from Milano Centrale to the Biassono Lesmo stop. Thanks. Our GP tickets are in Ascari 13. Thank for all the info on this site. But not a lot of people do that. It was well signposted and easy to follow. A lot of the paths are through the woods and so are dirt tracks which turn to mud if its been raining a decent pair of walking shoes or boots is a must! Im going with Trenitalia train from Milano Centrale and i already bought those tickets. This is a good option if you are sitting at on Seconda Variante (grandstands 9, 10) or Variante Ascari (grandstands 12-20), or planning to watch in the General Admission areas near Lesmo. But, having seen Ferrari/Tifosi mania over the years (which is great to see btw), just one word of warning this year. Thank you very much for the quick reply and again, for this site. All weekend on just after the race? Thank you! There were no known screens to even watch for GA tickets even in the fan zone. Both involve a lot of walking. we are staying in Saronno and sitting at ascari which is the best public transportation to take? The registration in English doesnt even work! Yes of course you can walk, it should take around 45 minutes to an hour. I dont think the circuit provides transport inside for disable fans, sorry. Coming from Monza station, you could take the Black shuttle bus but this will involve a lot of walking still. Id probably drive on Friday and maybe Saturday, then take the train on Sunday when theres more people/traffic. Sander, Yes for sure you will make it, provided your flight is on time. Alternatively you could come more Westerly via Paris and Geneva. Then 5 minutes again to the stands. Honestly, I think its a bit optimistic. Is it worth driving to the track and parking or is there another option thats more efficient? Quick question, or more of a recommendation. Ascari or Seconde Variante. Monza - RacingCircuits.info Just confirming what Andrew has said. I plan to go to the circuit by motorcycles(ex.vespa or something like that). .? It was around 1030/11 and getting warm. Monza train station - than take the bus line Z221 to reach Porta Monza . Is it too far and we shouldnt go? If you mean your seats are in Grandstand 6, then its going to be approx 20 to the main gate (Gate A) and then another 20-30 mins to your seats. Thanks for your help. Thank you. Approximately 20-30 minute walk after getting off the bus to get to your seats at Parabolica, but the park is nice for walking! What is the best way to travel by train ? On the map it looks like entrance a or b is best. By train. Hello, does anyone know if we are able to take bikes into the monza circuit on race day? Myself and my partner will be going to Monza for the first time this year, weve booked a rental car and were planning to drive to the track each day from the western side of Milan. The train ride back was worse. (Maybe entrance D?) How things have changed. Locals are rude and pushing around. please some advice for beginners. This time I arrived in Milan Porta Garibaldi just after 8pm, only because I missed the previous train by a few minutes, and had to wait half an hour for the next one. On the rest of the weekend, I took black-line shuttle bus was. Whats the best way to get from Monza train station to the closest gate ( gate C I believe)? There is no information on the official website yet. It's a flat circuit home to the annual F1 Italian Grand Prix and different other motorsport races, located in a beautiful park on the outskirts of Milan in Italy (15 minutes by train) in the small town of Monza. Earliest flight around 9pm would be better. Copyright 2023 F1Destinations.com | All rights reserved, Reserve accommodation for the 2023 Italian Grand Prix on September 1-3. The gates at Lesmo/Biassono are generally a better place to enter, as less fans than at the other end of the circuit. It's called Monza Circuit, but the two main gates, are not in Monza. Id be heading back to Milan on the train, then getting a taxi to the airport. Im going to stay in Milano and excited to go on Thursday to Monza but the parade which starts at 18:30 and ends at 20:00 seems to be attractive as well Of you could take a taxi from Monza railway station if you are in a hurry and dont want to walk so far. You can buy tickets for both train and shuttle cost is 10 EUR per day return. Do you have any update regarding transportation? I am first time travelling to Milano and Monza this weekend. Then 15 minute wait for the bus to the super crowded train station. This has to be the worst, notwhithstanding the race. Feel free to contact me for suggestions / help (a.ste@me.com), Great website really helpful. Indeed the special non stop train service between Milano Porta Garibaldi and Biassono-Lesmo Parco runs only on Sunday. Has it been confirmed that the Black Line shuttle buses are definitley running this year? You should also exercise caution with your belongings, as pickpockets are active and love big crowds. Id say peak time for getting to the circuit on Sunday will be between 10am and midday, would recommend getting there before or after this if you want to avoid the worst of the crowds. The pit wall was from 4-6 pm, but police started to asked people to leave around 5:30( I was standing in front of Ferrari team, Kimi Raikkonens pit). Is this too early? Hello, Ann. Were heading to Monza this year and very excited. Thanks Shaban, Im sorry but my knowledge of parking at Monza is very limited. Otherwise you wont enjoy the end of the race (and podium celebrations) if you think you will miss your flight. Hi Andrew! Use Gate (Ingresso) A to enter the circuit; thats the main one. Its a good escape from the track, they have food and live music. it will be quite difficult, and please note that the taxi drivers are refusing the clients (incredible!) Hey oliver, i was wondering when is the best time to leave the hotel on race day to watch the f1, i mean whats the latest time to arrive? Your flight is a bit too early on Sunday night, but I guess you know that already. Another benefit from this option is that Arcore station is a quite easy with only 2 platforms, so all trains towards Milan leave from the same platform, whereas Monza is a much bigger station with many platforms, so you need to make sure you are in the correct one. my opinion, Sunday. Do you know if, with reduced capacity for next weeks GP, shuttle buses from Monza train station will be running at the same times as mentioned above? Also I have read about needing to validate train tickets by getting them stamped, do you know if thats the same with these? Thx. Saturday 7,00/20,00 Also I can see on Sunday it may be better to go to Lesmo station from Milan but can you come back to Milan from here and would it be less busy? Thanks and sorry for the slow reply! Hi, thanks for the useful information. Hi Jacky, Ive checked that Trenord offer from the Monzanet website, but it seems rather user UN-friendly. Let me know if you know anything about it. The pick up point for taxis is located at Via Cesana and Villa in Biassono (near the gas station). Its really a bit too early. Is that a good idea? Buy them at the station. This is so helpful, thank you. The fanzone was supposed to be open on Thursday, but doesnt look like it will be now. The best price for this journey is $ 3.80. We travel by train on each of the days. Is it possible to do a day trip from Milan to go to the ferrari museum? Check the circuit map closely on this page, you can see the route for the Black shuttle. Despite this we had an amazing day, the atmosphere was fantastic and everyone was very friendly and helpful. Ive checked the Italian verison of the site where their phrasing correctly states this promotion is valid for 9-10-11 september: Hello. scan the QR code. Merci pour ces information si je pars trs tt le dimanche matin en voiture pour monza, a quelle heure des difficults commencent ? Definitely recommended when compared to the food & beverage close to the stands 8a with higher prices and long queues. Ill likely have a hire car which I will need to park somewhere as Im in the area for a couple of weeks. You can try CampingF1, they have a campsite thats around 30 minutes walk from the Lesmo entrance of the circuit. According to google, transport to the city is limited on Sunday. We grabbed a beer at the station hang out tent, then spent about 30 minutes waiting in line. I think you can take the risk of driving and parking, but its always a good idea to try to avoid peak times arriving and leaving. And how to we cross to the inside of the track? A heads up before the day would be really useful, many thanks, Hi Nick, I am 90% sure that the F1.com tickets booth will be at the main circuit entrance gate (Gate A), which is close to the exit of Parabolica. It can be slow leaving the track after the race, and there could be delays for the shuttle/train.