Ive checked the Italian verison of the site where their phrasing correctly states this promotion is valid for 9-10-11 september: There are regular trains from Como San Giovanni to Monza, some taking as little as 30 mins. We dont always stay to the end of a GP because of the hoards of crowds but do think Monza will be special at the end. Its not hard to get to Milan for the Italian Grand Prix; the city is well connected by air, road and rail with the rest of Europe and beyond. }); Im heading into Monza for 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. You can also get a local bus, like the 221. Which entrance will we enter from? The trip to Monza is very short, about 15 minutes, maybe. Id still leave as soon as the races finishes however, and skip the podium ceremony. Were heading to Monza this year and very excited. On all 3 days the car park was barely half full. Have a look at the Milan City Pass, mnore info below. It's called Monza Circuit, but the two main gates, are not in Monza. I wouldnt recommend flying out before about 9pm. On the rest of the weekend, I took black-line shuttle bus was. Thanks! First you need to go from Monza to Centrale, the Central Station. :) You are very close to Monza, so you could also take a taxi if you are in a hurry. There is a second train station to the north of the circuit, that is operational on race weekend. You will have a walk of around 45 minutes from the end of the black shuttle line to your grandstand. Then from Monza you can use the guideline here above. (Maybe entrance D?) You can try CampingF1, they have a campsite thats around 30 minutes walk from the Lesmo entrance of the circuit. Have a great weekend! Hi Walter, sorry but I have too many questions about getting to the track. I think you are right about the walking times, but probably even further as 6B is probably a 20 minute walk from the closest entrance gate to the Black Shuttle drop off point. We are staying in Milan and want to get to the track as early as possible. Im not sure about ATMs at the track: better to stock up on some cash before you arrive, but Im sure you can pay for merchandise with a card. Also, are the car parks under surveillance? Good luck with it! Got the train from Milan, then walked roughly 60/90 mins to the circuit. Hi Marie, you should receive some info from F1 about the location of the ticket office at Monza, but it should be somewhere near the Main Entrance gate (Ingresso A on this map). So looking at the map can we drive to a car park on S.Maria area? The circuit is far from Monza Railway Station (at least 40-45 minutes on foot, without suitcases). Hello. Would never go back (unless maybe I had money (and I mean helicopter kinda money)) 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. Depending on the package you have with F1 Experiences, you should have a transfer back to Milan after the paddock club drinks. hi we are coming to monza this year and driving from the uk. Yes, you do have some solutions from Como to Monza, not all over the day direct trains but at least you dont have to arrive until Milan. I dont have specific recommendations. Thanks, I am going to Monza for the first time.planning to travel by car from Como. Second best option is to take the train, but that will take close to 2 hours. I am not sure why did I have to spent the money for the torture. Which parking spot is the best for our car? Hi Alex, there are no specific motorbike parking areas at Monza. You dont need to arrive that early on Friday and Saturday, as there is less people on these days (say 9-10am?). Hi Andrew! This year will be our 7th trip to Monza over the last 20 odd years, and as you probably guessed, it is our favourite circuit for so many different reasons. Hope that helps! When the train arrived in Monza, you could see a lot of people on the platform (not sure if they have crowd control there), and quickly enough the train filled up with many people standing. Local buses also go past Monza park. It looks like driving through some mountain passes in Switzerland is a popular choice for getting to Monza from the UK (read more here). More info here. we have tickets for the Monza race and are wondering how to get from Milan Central station to the circuit on saturday and sunday but expecially how to get to Linate airport after the race. This is some great information thank you so much! Andrew tl;dr strange rules ie no power banks / incredible lack of availability to water / tokens in exchange for money, Thanks to this site for all previous advice :), Thanks for your review Adam. As for other tips, I recommend you visit Ostello Costa Alta, which is really close to your grandstand. Thank you! Take the Blue shuttle bus and you will be close to Parabolica. It was very easy, almost follow a straight line, with walk on pavement or cycle/pedestrian path, except a small portion on a one way road at the beginning, but which didnt feel unsafe. Graeme H, Hi Graeme, you will have an amazing time at Monza. Hi, the weekend is coming and ansious I wait. My friend and I are coming from Bergamo and have tickets to 8A. Is this the best course of action, and which entrance should I use in these cases, respectively? Do you know where that ticket office would be and what time they might open on Sunday? It will save you having to walk back to Sesto San Giovanni. They cost 4 EUR return and its easiest to buy them when you are ready to take the shuttle. Id be taking the train from Milan Central to Monza Station, then the Black Shuttle bus. Monza is best known for its Grand Prix motor racing circuit, the Autodromo Nazionale Monza, which hosts the Formula One Italian Grand Prix with a ma . So its a bit chaotic when you get to the station. I can highly recommend it! Enjoy the race. 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! By train. You dont want to be lining up for tickets at peak times if you can avoid it. I live in Vedano, and I know very well the surrondings of Monza GP (and how to avoid traffics and closed roads to move faster). Thanks! Bus tickets valid for one hour cost around 2. How things have changed. Hi Lieve, I wouldnt hire a car to get to the circuit on Saturday/Sunday. The Z221 bus is another option as it gets you closer to entrance gates, but I think youd need to take it from the start in Sesto San Giovanni, as I think it will be full by the time it gets to Monza. Everyone offered so much help for directions, suggestions and anything we asked. WHERE TO PARK During the ITALIAN GRAND PRIX it is not possible to access the racetrack with private cars and motorbikes . I used this web site to research my first trip to Monza this last weekend, thank you for all the helpful information. In any case expect me to elaborate on our experience in September! Hi Andrew, Hi, do you need to buy the tickets for the black shuttle bus online, or can it be purchased in Monza at the bus? Thank you very much for the quick reply and again, for this site. There was about 7 around the circuit according to the map. For all other tickets, Monza train station will be better. Thanks Jan! Train from Bergamo and then the Black shuttle sounds like a good plan. I think that everyone left at Lesmo was able to get on the train. Remember also that some roads are closed, so you cant always trust your GPS. Hi there, this is guide is really helpful and really easy to understand. More information here. The rest are red or labeled for vehicles or officials. Up to you what time you arrive at the circuit. Both involve a lot of walking. For the days it does not run which is the best bus to catch I am in stand 26a The circuit port area is just a few minutes' walk away from the station. As for local bus, just buy your ticket on board. From Friday-Sunday, the black shuttle will be best one to take for your grandstand. Are we okay to get the train from Como to Monza, or are there better options? You can buy tickets from the station. The promoter responded on Twitter to say this issue was due to a big reseller in the UK, who apparently decided not to proceed with buying allocated tickets. Just one word of caution to all our fellow F1 fans in that some of the Italian websites take a little work to fathom. Entrances A and B are indeed best for Grandstand 8b. I have a few questions and was wondering if you could help. Massive, but generally moving queues. Thank you very much in advance. I recommend train rather than taxi or driving yourself. The fanzone was supposed to be open on Thursday, but doesnt look like it will be now. I will be updating this post soon but this could be a good option for your seats. Hi Andrew, I see on the Monza website that Trenord tickets can be purchased online in advance. I dont think the service offers wheelchair service or Golf carts (there are grandstands for disable people however), Be prepared that it is not the best organized Gand Prix. So 30 minutes total not including any wait time to get on the black shuttle. Are we ok like this or do you have something else to suggest? Quite late after the event, but feel I should post how horrible Monza is as a GA ticket holder. What time is the pitlane walk open and close on Thursday? Do you know if there is a place to leave luggage at the track or in Monza train station. When you arrive at Monza train station, Black shuttle buses are on hand to take you to the circuit for 6 return per day. Hi Ollie, I think 7pm is too early even if Linate is easier to get to than Malpensa. Please be aware that there isnt anywhere at the track to store luggage. Hi Nick. Thanks! Great website! Im surprised because 11 is the race. Can confirm shuttle busses are 5 EUR. Milan has an excellent public transport system. I want to be right on the finish line to be able to go onto the track first for the celebration! But in general, if you are going on Friday or Saturday you can check the views. Finally we are in section 6 for our seats any guesses for how long itll take to walk from the black line shuttle bus to our seats? The drive is less than 30 minutes. we are thinking in use our car. I am going to race with General Admission tickets for all three days. Thank you for your good information. Thanks for the info in this site. Headed back as it was full around the top of the track straight before parabolica on the hill. The length of the circuit is about 5.8 km long and 53 laps are driven during the GP. 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? We grabbed a beer at the station hang out tent, then spent about 30 minutes waiting in line. 2. I have few questions Craig. Next time I would do exactly the same but stay at the circuit a bit longer. 1) Saturday should be fine. Thank you very much. I was just wondering how much up to date this info is? Different companies operate different sections of motorway, so sometimes you pay a set fee for a particular section, other times a rate per km. What is our best choice to get from the train station in Milan to our seats? We have rented a car for the weekend and have an hotel for Friday and Saturday night in center of Milan. The pick up point for taxis is located at Via Cesana and Villa in Biassono (near the gas station). The buses cost 4 euro for a return ticket and . Most of foreign visitors get fined 36.50 euro per person when using metro pass including myself and a friend because this stop is outside of Milan metro system. We are staying in Como for the 2018 Monza GP and will be travelling down by train each day. Also what time is best to park up on the morning of Race day? 2) With local roads closed is there sufficient signage and guidance to find your way or does it need extensive planning? 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. Do you know, with half capacity this year, if shuttle buses are running at the same times as mentioned above? Yes, I think you can. I will be coming from Venice by train. We are going to Monza for this years race, seats in Grandstand 21A. If you are parking near Biassono (to the west) then you need to walk to the circuit. You can buy your ticket when you get on the shuttle and you will be given a coloured wristband to wear for your return journey. Queued for a drink oh you need tokens queued 25mins for tokens. 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). The level of security has destroyed Monza as a venue. Theres plenty of signs. Hi, I hope this helps: I managed to get around it access that site via your mobile device! I live in Vedano (one of the main entrance), and I know very well the surrondings of Monza GP (and how to avoid traffics and closed roads to move faster). Our seats are in Stand 8A looking forward to the race start! }; This website is unofficial and is not associated in any way with the Formula One group of companies. What will be the best way to get to Monza each day? Ill probably just be getting General Admission tickets, I dont like being tied down to a seat. And yes, you purchase the Black line tickets at the station. Monza train station is served by suburban train lines S8, S9 and S11. Or will it be for campers only? 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). Enjoy! Driving. Hello, dont you know when the parking tickets will be available to buy? my opinion, Sunday. I think 9pm is too early for a flight from Bergamo. The Italian train network is well developed and served by Le Frecce high-speed trains. if the destination doesnt fit their needsOr very often they are raising the fees (x1.5 / x2 times the normal fare). Well be attending the Monza race and are sitting in GS 18. There is then a free shuttle bus service from Monza Station to the race track. Approximately 20-30 minute walk after getting off the bus to get to your seats at Parabolica, but the park is nice for walking! We did have lunch at Costa Alta which was very nice indeed. There is a cafe, toilets, souvenir shop and a museum on Ayrton . THANK YOU! You dont need a ticket for such a small baby. It was well signposted and easy to follow. Queued again for drinks and then food. As always dont forget to validate before getting on the train or you risk getting a fine. We are coming by car at Sunday morning so Im wondering when to arrive to have enough time to park, buy GA tickets and find some decent spot to see the race. Strange, really, but it worked for me then. There is also a special return ticket valid from all stations in Lombardy to Monza or Biassono-Lesmo for 13 euros per day (only worthy if travelling from quite far away, since standard return from Milan to Monza is only 4.8 euros). The train took 1 hour to reach Biassono-Lesmo instead of the scheduled 32 minutes. Hi all struggling to find out how late the black shuttle buses back to Monza station run any ideas? Is it a recommended seat to take? Well back at the apartment now in Milan and had some time to reflect on this weekend. 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. I have seen the 10 offer but it is only valid for September 9-10, is that right? The Biassono Lesmo station is also an option on Friday and Saturday, but on those days you have to go from Porta Garibaldi and not Milano Centrale, Hi where would you recommend to stand for general admission. For some reason I like the view more from this side of the track. If you can then I think I will just buy at the station each morning. Please note to not park out of regular spots, as the police tickets are very common during the gp. It seems to be getting close. Great website and travel info. Just a little confused how it works. Driving is another option, though be aware that the local streets around Monza are closed to general traffic on race weekend, and youll be directed to one of the many car parks around the outside of Monza park. To get round this we removed the lids ourselves before security and put them in our pockets!! Monza is open from 07:00-20:30 (subject to change for security reasons) from Friday to Sunday on Italian Grand Prix weekend. Journey Duration. The journey from Como to Monza by Train is 29 km and takes 51 min. So, I decided to write about my experience in case it would help someone else. We had no one imposing any fines what so ever, and only ran into the train conductor twice. http://www.monzanet.it/get/3029/2239/mappa%20completa%20+%20legenda%20parcheggi%20+%20tribune%202014.pdf Are those metro/bus lines correct? WOW. Tickets cost as little as 3, and the train takes around 15 minutes. helps you find the best way to get to F1-circuit monza with step-by-step directions from the nearest public transit station. 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. All the information you need is in the content. Have you considered leaving the car in the center on Sunday and taking the train to the circuit? Yes you can buy open return tickets. Way too early for our flight at 19:15. Monaco Monte Carlo train station is located in the heart of Monaco, at Pont Sainte-Devote. We have a flight at 7pm from Linate Airport is that too early? The train certainly seems the best bet but would you suggest getting off at Monza or Lesmo on Sunday? Hi Charlie, Bergamo is a great city in its own right, and a good base for the Italian GP. The outbound leaves Milan at 17 past the hour for a 32 minute journey, and the return towards Milan leaves Biassono-Lesmo at 9 past the hour. For access gate, best would be Vedano A/B heres the map. On saturday we missed a train and we had to wait fot 2 hours for the next one. (Brown area, but very busy during this last years). On Saturday we would prefer to take train to the circuit. Also, just looking on an EU train booking app it says the trains are all sold out for the GP weekend. I wont be getting tix until a few days before. Hello, very useful page, thank you. Hi Claudia, I would buy the return tickets on the day. Ascari or Seconde Variante. On the other days, you need to take the train to Monza and get the black shuttle bus. It depends only how far are you based from the Saronno train station. 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. I found that the Ferrari fans are wonderful and cheerful people. We are staying in Osio Sotto for the raceweekend. We are planing to be there early, do you think 9am is too late? The map is confusing; it looks like the only gate entrance for GA holders is Gate B and maybe C which is colored Orange (orange is not shown in the legend). Thank you. Thanks. You can join our group for fans going to the race, I know there have been some discussions about taking the train from Lake Como to Monza. The train ride back was worse. Were ok to move about if you have a number of ideas. It will be chaos and you are liable to be stuck for hours, especially getting out. Do you know how to pre-book car park ticket/get the bus information? History [ edit] The station was officially opened on 17 August 1840, as the terminus of the Milan-Monza railway, which was the first railway built in Lombardy and the second in Italy, after the Naples-Portici railway. Will we get off at the end of the black line and then walk? Search bus schedules and compare ticket prices with Busbud. Is train to Monza Station the best option? Hi Andrew! Very useful and helpful information provided here. Which zone inside the circuit would you recommend sticking to? Its generally not a good idea to drive to Monza as the track near the circuit on race weekend is horrendous. It may be possible to take a taxi, but honestly it can be quicker to walk as well at peak times. Locals are rude and pushing around. It costs 2.80 one way between Milan and Biassono-Lesmo. black line will be available until 20, but note that a lot of person will be there for the bus, so consider to be at the bus stop about 30 mins before. I will stand on Inner Parabolica 23 stand. Im going with Trenitalia train from Milano Centrale and i already bought those tickets. I would still take the train. Another option would be a taxi to the north of Milan, to Sesto San Giovanni, followed by the 221 bus to Monza. These are all good grandstands, but if I had to choose, I would take 8b. We are coming to Monza for the first time and mixing with a holiday at Como. When I was on Monza in 2010, there was camping near Lesmo corner, but now there is no official map or information on official website about it. the Green Pass (EU Digital Covid Certificate); It was around 1030/11 and getting warm. It is also possible to take bus 100 to the circuit! I have tickets in 6B and wondered if Monza station/shuttle bus or Biassono-Lesmo would be best on Saturday and Sunday?