- Must visit
Museo dell'Abbazia di San Fruttuoso
Abbey museum in a secluded bay with historic interiors, cloisters, and monastic collections. It is one of the region’s most atmospheric cultural sites.
Cheapest price
€2
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
46 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Monterosso al Mare to Portofino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Monterosso al Mare to Portofino will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
Of the 5 buses that leave Monterosso al Mare for Portofino on Sun, Aug 09, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 09 the direct buses cover the 40 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Sun, Aug 09 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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.










Buses from Monterosso al Mare to Portofino run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €6 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 24 miles (40 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 12:03AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 4h47 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 12:08AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 4h42 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:02PM | Duration 1h32 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 09:42PM | Arrival Time 11:02PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:02AM | Duration 1h32 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 12:02AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €11 |
The table below shows live departures for Monterosso al Mare to Portofino buses for today, Saturday, August 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:30 PM Monterosso al Mare | 0h40 | 2:10 PM Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:10 PM Monterosso al Mare | 1h10 | 3:20 PM Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:40 PM Monterosso al Mare | 1h10 | 6:50 PM Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 9 | |||||
![]() | 8:20 AM Monterosso al Mare | 1h10 | 9:30 AM Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Monterosso al Mare | 0h50 | 12:20 PM Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Discover the best of Portofino — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Portofino trip today.
Abbey museum in a secluded bay with historic interiors, cloisters, and monastic collections. It is one of the region’s most atmospheric cultural sites.
Museum inside Portofino’s hilltop castle with exhibitions on local history and culture, plus one of the best panoramic terraces in the village.
Museum area at the nearby Giannettino Luxoro villa with decorative arts and historic interiors. It is a refined lesser-known cultural stop on the coast.
Portofino’s famous harbor square lined with colorful buildings. It is the essential place to stroll, sit, and absorb the village atmosphere.
Scenic waterfront promenade around the harbor with postcard views of boats and facades. It is ideal for a short classic Portofino walk.
Popular path linking Portofino to San Fruttuoso through Portofino Natural Park. It rewards walkers with forest, cliffs, and sea views.
Traditional Genoese basil sauce with pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano and olive oil, usually served with trofie. A Ligurian icon eaten throughout the Portofino area.
Thin savory chickpea pancake baked in a hot oven. Popular across Liguria as a simple street food and naturally free of gluten ingredients.
Fresh ravioli filled with wild herbs, greens and ricotta, often served with butter, sage or light sauce. A classic festive pasta from the Ligurian coast.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining at Splendido with refined Ligurian tasting menus and panoramic Riviera views in a historic luxury hotel setting.
Waterfront fine dining in the harbor, known for fresh seafood, classic Ligurian dishes and polished service with iconic Portofino scenery.
Stylish restaurant and wine bar near the marina, serving seafood, pasta and Ligurian plates in a relaxed but polished setting.
Portofino is pricier than many Italian coastal towns, with high hotel rates, upscale dining, and premium waterfront cafés; transit costs are moderate.
Service may be included via coperto or servizio. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine at cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Monterosso al Mare to Portofino by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portofino, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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