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The cheapest and fastest buses from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure
Showing times and prices for Jun 22
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
9 h 50 m
Average duration
10 h 5 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
274 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus2:30 AM10h20Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)12:50 PMChiavari, Corso G. B. Assarotti (Stazione FS)$351One-way1 transfer- FlixBus · FlixBus2:30 AM10h05Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)12:35 PMZoagli, SS 1 (Pedonale per Semorile)$351One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus2:30 AM9h50Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)12:20 PMRapallo, Rapallo$481One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus2:30 AM9h50Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)12:20 PMRapallo, Rapallo$481One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus2:30 AM10h05Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)12:35 PMZoagli, SS 1 (Pedonale per Semorile)$351One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus2:30 AM10h20Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)12:50 PMChiavari, Corso G. B. Assarotti (Stazione FS)$351One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $140.
Distance: 170 miles (274 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price | $140 Average price | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 55m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure is a bus with an average price of $18 (€15).
This is compared to other travel options from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure:
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure costing on average $50 (€41).
A bus is $121 (€99) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure costing on average $140 (€114).
The fastest way to travel from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure is by train with an average journey time of 5h 8m.
Other travel options to Santa Margherita Ligure take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 20m.
Flight takes on average 6h 55m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Venice and Santa Margherita Ligure including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around $18 (€15) compared to roughly $72 (€59) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $54 (€44). The journey takes 5h 20m versus 4h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Live departures
Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure bus times
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure buses for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 2:00 PM Venice | 7h50 | 9:50 PM Santa Margherita Ligure | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 9h50 | 12:20 PM Rapallo, Rapallo | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 10h20 | 12:50 PM Chiavari, Corso G. B. Assarotti (Stazione FS) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 10h05 | 12:35 PM Zoagli, SS 1 (Pedonale per Semorile) | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Bus from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure
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Buses from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 170 miles (274 km) distance in 7h 50m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 170 miles (274 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar from Venice to Santa Margherita LigureYou can travel by bus between Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure with BlaBlaCar for as low as $13 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
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BlaBlaCar frequency
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Complete guide to Santa Margherita Ligure
Things to do in Santa Margherita Ligure
Discover the best of Santa Margherita Ligure — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Santa Margherita Ligure trip today.
- Recommended
Castello Brown Museum
Small museum inside the historic hilltop castle in nearby Portofino, combining local history, architecture, and panoramic viewpoints.
- Recommended
Galleria d’Arte Moderna di Genova
Major modern art museum in nearby Genoa Nervi with works by Italian artists, useful for travelers wanting a broader Ligurian cultural itinerary.
- Must visit
Lungomare Rossetti
The town’s scenic seafront promenade, lined with palms, hotels, and harbor views; ideal for a classic walk and sunset photos.
- Must visit
Portofino Regional Natural Park Trails
Hiking network accessible from the town, offering panoramic paths through Mediterranean vegetation toward Portofino and hill hamlets.
- Recommended
Villa Durazzo Gardens
Terraced gardens around Villa Durazzo with manicured greenery, viewpoints, and a refined atmosphere popular for photography.
- Vegetarian
Trofie Al Pesto
Hand-rolled Ligurian pasta traditionally served with basil pesto, often with potatoes and green beans. It is one of the signature dishes of the Riviera di Levante.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Focaccia Ligure
Classic Ligurian flatbread with olive oil and salt, eaten throughout the day. In Santa Margherita Ligure it is a staple snack from bakeries and bars.
- Vegetarian
Focaccia Di Recco Col Formaggio
Very thin baked focaccia filled with soft cheese, a celebrated specialty of nearby Recco and widely enjoyed along this coast.
Ristorante Puny
Well-known restaurant near the center serving refined Ligurian cuisine, pasta, and seafood in an elegant long-running setting.
Ristorante Da Alfredo
Established seafood restaurant on the waterfront, known for classic Ligurian fish dishes and a polished traditional atmosphere.
Trattoria Da Pezzi
Traditional trattoria appreciated for local recipes, pasta, and fish, with a warm and informal atmosphere.
Euro
Prices are above average for Italy, especially in peak season. Hotels and waterfront dining cost more than in inland towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- EUR 10-18 for pizza, focaccia, or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- EUR 25-45 per person for a typical restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- EUR 70+ per person at upscale seafood restaurants.
- Coffee
- EUR 1.50-3 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is modest: round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; small change for taxis is enough.
FAQs: Bus from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure 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 Santa Margherita Ligure, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure can start from as little as $13 (€11) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure is $18 (€15) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure is 7h 50m to travel the 170 miles (274 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure leaves at 12:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure leaves at 11:20 PM.
Yes, there are 4 direct buses a day from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure, you can count on BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Santa Margherita Ligure. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Venice and Santa Margherita Ligure and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Santa Margherita Ligure from Venice is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Venice and Santa Margherita Ligure including taking a train, bus, and flight.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure.
No, the bus from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure has no accessibility options.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Santa Margherita Ligure are:
- Villa Durazzo, a historic villa with beautiful gardens and panoramic views of the Ligurian Sea
- Basilica di Santa Margherita, a baroque church known for its ornate interior and impressive frescoes
- Castello di Santa Margherita Ligure, a 16th-century castle offering scenic views and a glimpse into the town's history
- Abbey of Cervara, a former monastery with stunning architecture and lush gardens
- Chiesa di San Giacomo di Corte, a charming church with a rich history and beautiful artwork.
The best things to do in Santa Margherita Ligure include:
- Paraggi Beach, a picturesque sandy beach perfect for sunbathing and swimming
- Regional Natural Park of Portofino, a protected area ideal for hiking and exploring diverse flora and fauna
- Visit the local markets to experience the vibrant culture and taste regional delicacies
- Take a boat tour along the Ligurian coast for breathtaking views and hidden coves
- Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Lungomare, the scenic promenade lined with cafes and shops.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure.
No, luggage for the bus from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure.
Since both Venice and Santa Margherita Ligure are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure among Omio's users.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Santa Margherita Ligure, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the harbor and main shopping streets. It's advisable to watch personal belongings closely and avoid displaying valuables openly. Additionally, be wary of unofficial taxi services and always use licensed transportation to prevent overcharging. While scams are not widespread, staying alert and using common travel safety practices will help ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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