However, once in the grandstand they will sell you a bottle of drink with a lid for a small fortune. Hi Mike, I joined the queue for security situated after the campsite at 8.45am, and I was through security just a little bit more than 20 minutes after, at the area near the swimming pool, along the main straight, while hearing the F3 cars drive by. Is the bus stop right at the train station.. Is this the best route for us. As for race morning, Id be looking to get there before 9am to beat the worst traffic. the online check in receipt with the QR code; Its an online check in procedure that you need to complete before attending this weekend. It can be a good idea to stay at the circuit a little longer and avoid the peak crowds. Thanks for always commenting and answering so many questions on this site! Definitely recommended when compared to the food & beverage close to the stands 8a with higher prices and long queues. Do I just print the tickets with the QR code and scan them somewhere when boarding the train/bus, or do I need to collect actual tickets at the station? I am going on Sunday, General admission and was wondering the nearest official car park to the entrance. Thank you again. But if you are planning on taking routes I suggest, then there is a catch, and you should READ! The event has been sanitized. Locals are rude and pushing around. Especially after the race when you could walk from the opened race track. Sorry I really dont have much knowledge about carparks near Monza. Maybe 50m past the start line (due to advertising / walls / fences) we couldnt see much as it started. I have tickets for 6B and want to be there early to see all other races as well. Indeed the special non stop train service between Milano Porta Garibaldi and Biassono-Lesmo Parco runs only on Sunday. We got seats on 30a, our Hotel is in Bergamo, what aproach do you recomend? On Friday I arrived at around 9am at Porta Garibaldi train station, and the planned strike started right on time. Hi Renato, there is no direct connection. Recommended Train, bus Take the train from Milano Centrale to Monza Take the bus from Monza to Biassono You wont be able to drive on roads close to the circuit itself on race weekend due to traffic restrictions, but there are plenty of parking areas dotted around Monza park. We have tickets in 6C. Thank you! 2)I was gonna pre book return train tickets from Milan. You may be better off taking the local 221 bus that will drop you closer to your grandstand (Gate B or C). Any advice on how to get there? Is there any ticket kiosk in milan or monza? and make sure you organize in advance to get picked up at the track at the end of the day. Otherwise, the shuttle bus will cost you an additional 4 EUR return. Definitely check out the Lesmo area at the top of the circuit. we have seats a 8a Esterna Prima VariantaA There is no information on the official website yet. Seems to be a train direct from Como then hoping for shuttle buses. To arrive in 8A (prima variante) you can enter from Biassono or Costa Alta. Thanks again! Como-Monza are mainly regional trains, so w/o the fixed time for the ticket. It was packed, and even though the train stopped several minutes at every intermediate station, nobody was able to enter as the train was full. 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. You didnt indicate how you were getting to the track. The station coming home was crowded, so we caught the northbound train to the next station, then the caught the southbound back down to get a comfy seat before the crowds got on. Hi, we are traveling to Monza next weekend. Youll have no trouble getting a train to Venice after the race, but dont book it to leave too early (not before 9pm). Personally, I would go to Piazza Costello for the parade and skip the pitlane walk, but its your decision. It will be chaos and you are liable to be stuck for hours, especially getting out. Monza Train Station is a popular GoOpti bus station in Monza. What is the best way to go to the circuit? It can be slow leaving the track after the race, and there could be delays for the shuttle/train. You shouldnt have an issue finding the entrance :). Hi Chris, take the train from Milan to Monza, as per instructions on this page. You dont want to be lining up for tickets at peak times if you can avoid it. Thanks! You should be able to get a taxi after the race, but there could be a delay. I have few questions Hi Johan, 6C is a good stand! 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. Thx. If I would take a cab, do you think I would be able to make it there? About one hour, its 4.5km. Its probably a 20 minute walk after you get off the shuttle. Lots of support races are happening on Sunday morning if you want to watch those. Thanks a lot! The public transport options all involve a pretty long walk, even if you take the shuttle from Monza station to the circuit. Monza train station is served by suburban train lines S8, S9 and S11. The info on Shuttles / walking times was very informative. On the monza.it website it has a online check-in part which when you click on it doesnt bring anything up. We only managed to get general admission tickets in the end, so where do you think is a good place to be based to 1) still see some good action but 2) be mindful of being able to get in and out of the track as seamlessly and possibly quickly as we can. How was your experience to the race and how did 6B look like? #8 of 106 things to do in Monza Sights & Landmarks, Auto Race Tracks Viale di Vedano 5, 20900 Monza, Italy Open today: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Save Monza F1 racetrack, the Royal Palace, guided tour 12 Book in advance from $109.78 per adult Check availability View full product details Andy10109 Buckingham, United Kingdom 62 189 Hi! Make sure you have guarded parking for your hire car, wherever you decide to stay. We recommend buying your tickets from our partner Gootickets, who also supply F1 Tickets. Regarding going to Monza track on Thursday, I saw there is a bus Z221 from Monza station. Nice website with a lot of usefull informations. Please give me some advice. Im planning for 2022. Im surprised because 11 is the race. But you may need to take a taxi at some point if you are worried about missing your flight. What stop do you recommend I get off at? If we have a voucher and need to pick up tickets, which Entrance do we need to go to on the map for this. Do you have any update regarding transportation? Im considering buying tickets for 6B or 8A for Fri-Sun. Way too early for our flight at 19:15. Im a bit confused about the black line shuttle bus. Honestly, I think its a bit optimistic. The most important one is in Vedano al Lambro, and the other one is in Biassono. Timetable opens at 8.45 on Friday, do you think it is wise to come even before that? Nothing else is scheduled for Thursday, sorry. Use your google map for te destination stop as a reminder and DO NOT get off Vedono as most peopl gets off this stop. As a guide, expect to pay around 8-10 per 100km. It seems to be getting close. I was looking at buying a weekly pass for the train so we can get around Milan as well but it appears you need some sort of card to load it on to, which is not available for tourist. The rain sucked big time and after we walked the fun center, decided to catch the buses back to the train. Grandstand 6c is a good choice! Sorry but you need to read this post again. Hi Andrew, The circuit is easily reachable by bus from the train station (in italin it's called FS on the maps). If you mean right after the race, it will be difficult. I cant wait to go back to Monza this year! The majority of toll exits are automated, but an English option is available and its not too difficult to work out. Wich parkinglot/entrance should we use, when we have seats at parabolica 23a? We will have a car to get around but also understand that a train ride might be even better, or trial and race days. But I cannot guarantee that all the gate staff will have the same opinion. Hi Jess, quickest would be by car in around 1 hour, but I understand not everyone wants to hire one in an unfamiliar country! my opinion, Sunday. your ticket in paper or digital format; Because in monzanet they claim that there isnt any free train on Sunday, neither the shuttle buses from monza station are free but they need 5 euro for a two-way trip. They hire bikes that you can ride around inside the circuit, and also do food and drink. We purchased through F1.com and picked up the tickets this morning at Gate A. Traffic probably at its worst in Monza from 9-11am on race day. Ive bought tickets through F1.com and have been told due to printing delays we may have to collect our tickets from the circuit. And yes, you purchase the Black line tickets at the station. Same thing happened with the Emilia Romagna race this year, and it turned out fine. Then you have to walk into the park for Parabolica (easy to find). We have General Admission tickets and thought about driving by car to Monza as we need to leave Milan in the evening anyways and I heard about the struggle catching a train/bus back to the city after the race. Do you know what approximate time the last black line shuttle is on Saturday? As for other tips, I recommend you visit Ostello Costa Alta, which is really close to your grandstand. I have a question about taxi to Bergamo airport after the race. http://monzanet.s3-eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/uploads/2015/08/28083909/Mappe-GPf1-4-1.pdf. Does anyone have the correct website to buy prepaid parking? There is plenty of parking at the Monza racing circuit, but you will need to buy a parking permit and these are not cheap. Id be heading back to Milan on the train, then getting a taxi to the airport. Also we are travelling from Milan, will take the train so any advice would be awesome. There was about 7 around the circuit according to the map. The fist day, we followed instructions and took the S7 train which stops at the Biassono station. http://www.monzanet.it/get/3029/2239/mappa%20completa%20+%20legenda%20parcheggi%20+%20tribune%202014.pdf The city of Modena and the home of Ferrari at Maranello are also on the E45. and what can you take with you in your back, what is allowd on the circuit. 2) I dont think you need to pre-book train tickets in advance. 8 EUROS FOR A 400ml HEINEKEN THAT ISNT EVEN POURED PROPERLY!!!!! Thinking also Parabolica 21a. After you get off the shuttle, youll still have a 30-40 minute walk to your grandstand. I think it runs till about 7pm. Thanks for all your hard work. We have General Admission tickets and a rental car. Great site, informative with great info and tips. So far I find getting all infos complicated, italian websites and mobile apps do not seem to work in english. International high-speed (and night) trains generally need to be booked in advance and offer limited allocations for Eurail pass holders. Its generally not a good idea to drive to Monza as the track near the circuit on race weekend is horrendous. Im heading into Monza for race day. 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. Weve got seats in Grandstand 21A (Parabolica) do you know where we can park and which is the best gate to enter by for this grandstand? Can you pre book the black line shuttle bus or do you just purchase those on the spot? I really thought the offer would be valid for all three days. Hi, we are driving around Italy and are staying nearby for the F1 in September and just booked tickets. Hi Ryan. Our seats are in grandstand 26C. Thanks Shaban, Im sorry but my knowledge of parking at Monza is very limited. You can also get to the circuit via the Z221 bus from Sesto San Giovanni train station in the north of Milan (next to. From there, we walked the infields along the Serraglio straight and finally made the infield cross over. Search trenord relax fun monza gp train bus on Google to find the link. And how to we cross to the inside of the track? Milans Central Train Station is a beautiful old building on the Piazza Duca dAosta. You could always just take your luck on the weekend itself. On the map I think parking om P15 is the best option? Do you have any advice? Firstly a thanks as this page has been extremely useful! There are both overpasses and underpasses to get around inside the circuit, dont worry! 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? 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). Try and negotiate the far upfront; I dont imagine it should be more than 10 EUR. I wouldnt recommend flying out before about 9pm. 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. Hi there, we have general admission tickets for the sunday. Outbound trains leaves Milano Porta Garibaldi at 17 past the hour for a 32 minute journey, and the return towards Milan leaves Biassono-Lesmo at 9 past the hour. Dont be in a hurry to leave the circuit after the race, enjoy the atmosphere and wait for the crowds to die down. Hi and thanks for a great informative site 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 ). Take a ticket when entering the motorway and pay as you leave. And the Black shuttle costs 6 EUR return, you can pay on the day or buy in advance here. Just a little confused how it works. Many fans then got stranded for almost 2 hours, as the next (and last) train scheduled for 8.09pm was delayed almost 1 hour for technical reasons, and only left after 9pm, and arrived at Porta Garibaldi at 9.45pm. We are travelling from New Zealand to Monza for the first time. I actually rented a bike inside the circuit a few years ago (from Hostel Costa Alta, near the first turn). I found the Italians were nothing but wonderful friendly people. Hi Andrew! We are thinking of taking the train from the center and then the black line. We will arrive thursday and we want to go to the race on saturday and sunday. Theres plenty of signs. All other days, you need to park your motorbike in one of the parking areas outside the park. If we take Biassono-Lesmo station will we be fine? Hi Michal, Id go for 8A. We are sitting at 8A First Variante. However, you also need to be aware that traffic will be bad at that time and the best GA vantage points will be taken. The main one is the yellow line on the map on this page (near Grandstands 24 and 26C), Hi, we have tickets at Alta Velocita 6c, which is the best Gate for us? Hi Ollie, I think 7pm is too early even if Linate is easier to get to than Malpensa. Yes that's correct, from Monza train station there are shuttle buses (the black line) running between the station and Monza park. I am really grateful for any help. Were in the same boat. Otherwise Im sure its possible to find a well-rated shuttle service in Milan. I want to camp is it better to try and camp in Milan rather than further out? Will you not enjoy the race because you are stressing about missing your flight? Also I have read about needing to validate train tickets by getting them stamped, do you know if thats the same with these? Went to get water. Please note that you will have a lot of traffic, use the road passing through Desio in both cases, and avoid passing through Monza town! Also, are the car parks under surveillance? You can buy tickets from the machine on the station, one way was 2.20 euros. We rented a car and drove to the circuit arriving about 10.30am each day which I would have thought would be a busy time. Heres the directions from Googlemaps. We travel by train on each of the days. The best way to get to the circuit is to take the train. Which entrance am I best going to? I was just wondering how much up to date this info is? Is this the black shuttle bus ? Trenord train tickets can be purchased from machines at any train station and don't need to be booked in advance. It stops nearby at 11:45 PM. There are 5 ways to get from Milano Centrale Station to Italian F1 Grand Prix, Monza by train, bus, taxi or car Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner. Heading to the pit walk today from Milan Centrale, we can get a train in but is it a case of a taxi at the other end to get us to the track? Followed the links re the car parks, but its in Italian! Daniel. Wrong! And avoiding the Black shuttle on race day is probably going to save you time and hassle, as it will be very popular/crowded. 'sitekey': jQuery(el).attr('data-sitekey') Second, it will be a long walk from the stop to your seats (at least 30-40 mins I think). Get there early to reserve yourself a spot! Thanks for all the info Ive followed your advise in buying tickets (6c) and very much looking forward to Monza 18! Please note to not park out of regular spots, as the police tickets are very common during the gp. The best way to get to the circuit is by train, from both Milan and nearby cities such as Bergamo. You better finish reading my post. I want to have a walk on the banking after the F2 race and dont fancy another long walk after that to Monza train station. Ive read through this page and a lot of the comments and was hoping you could clarify a transportation question. Hello Dror. Its claiming a requirement for entry, copied details below. We will be in stand 4. Many thanks for your reassuring reply. Another option would be a taxi to the north of Milan, to Sesto San Giovanni, followed by the 221 bus to Monza. Well travel from Milano. Shouldnt be such an issue on Friday, but still worth getting there early as you can. Is there any place with a view of the 2 Variante chicane with a GA ticket? Heres the map with the gates and also the drop off point for the shuttle. Maybe anyone has any information about 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). I just attended the August 31,2017 pit F1 put walk today. 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. Address 20900 Monza Italy Top routes from Monza Looking for more ideas? Any other suggestions for entry gates, journeys to/from and planning of the race-day? What is the Best option departuring from the AirPort? I will be coming from Venice by train. Alternatively, buy direct from the Monza circuit website. Can I get a train direct to Monza from Como without having to go into Milan? 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. or not?? Heading to the fanzone which was a large empty tent, food places etc all insane on queue lengths Search bus schedules and compare ticket prices with Busbud. should we use these entrances and which way is quicker from the station? Direct trains from Milano Greco Pirelli to Monza station. And yes, on the train I think you need to validate, i.e. Click here for more information; its from 2016, but it should be very similar this year. Which transfer to take? Does anyone know if the race day train service stops at Sesto San Giovanni station en route from Milan Centrale? Thanks for the whole F1 Destinations website, it truly is incredible when trying to plan going to an f1 race. Yes, if the General Admission tickets are not yet sold out.