The cheapest and fastest trains from Genoa to Portofino
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- $6
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- $7
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 27 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 28 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 45
- Distance
- 25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Genoa to Portofino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Genoa to Portofino will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $6.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 45 trains from Genoa to Portofino, including 36 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 30 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.
328910:52 PM 0h43 Genoa Piazza Principe 11:35 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino $6 1 One-way 0 changes
124013:11 PM 0h50 Genoa Piazza Principe 4:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino $6 1 One-way 0 changes
1235110:11 AM 0h50 Genoa Piazza Principe 11:01 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino $6 1 One-way 0 changes
124215:08 PM 0h54 Genoa Piazza Principe 6:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino $6 1 One-way 0 changes
1236711:37 AM 1h00 Genoa Piazza Principe 12:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino $6 1 One-way 0 changes
6735:47 PM 0h27 Genoa Piazza Principe 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino $11 1 One-way 0 changes
6579:47 AM 0h27 Genoa Piazza Principe 10:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino $11 1 One-way 0 changes
6797:47 PM 0h27 Genoa Piazza Principe 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino $11 1 One-way 0 changes
6651:47 PM 0h29 Genoa Piazza Principe 2:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino $11 1 One-way 0 changes
68710:47 PM 0h30 Genoa Piazza Principe 11:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino $11 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Genoa to Portofino
Trains from Genoa to Portofino run on average 45 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 if you book in advance.
There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 27m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Trains per day 45 |
Direct trains 32 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 12:21 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 77 days |
Live departures
Genoa to Portofino train times
The table below shows live departures for Genoa to Portofino trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8623+ 12430 | 5:05 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h49 | 5:54 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
12421 | 5:08 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h54 | 6:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
22879 | 5:24 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h44 | 6:08 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
12427 | 5:39 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h58 | 6:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
673 | 5:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h27 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
12431 | 6:11 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h51 | 7:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
22865 · 3281 | 6:24 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h50 | 7:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
12437 | 6:39 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h01 | 7:40 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
12441 | 7:07 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h54 | 8:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
12447 | 7:39 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h58 | 8:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
679 | 7:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h27 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
12451 | 8:09 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h52 | 9:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
22873 · 3285 | 8:24 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h45 | 9:09 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
685+ 12470 | 8:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h08 | 9:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
12461 | 9:16 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h49 | 10:05 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
12471 | 10:13 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h49 | 11:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
887 | 10:43 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h32 | 11:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
3275 | 10:52 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h43 | 11:35 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 13 November | |||||
Autobus GE001 · 3257 | 5:42 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h54 | 6:36 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
12311 | 6:23 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h48 | 7:11 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
6885 | 7:11 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h47 | 7:58 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
651 | 7:47 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h35 | 8:22 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
12331 | 8:14 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h44 | 8:58 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
12339 | 8:37 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h04 | 9:41 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
505+ 12356 | 8:53 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h20 | 10:13 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
657 | 9:47 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h27 | 10:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
3015 | 10:04 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h48 | 10:52 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
12351 | 10:11 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h50 | 11:01 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
2119 · 3265 | 10:32 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h42 | 11:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
12359 | 10:39 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h02 | 11:41 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
12361 | On time 11:15 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h49 | 12:04 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
12367 | 11:37 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h00 | 12:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
12371 | 12:11 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h50 | 1:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
22841 · 3269 | 12:24 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h50 | 1:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
12377 | 12:39 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h02 | 1:41 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
12381 | 1:13 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h49 | 2:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
12387 | 1:39 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h02 | 2:41 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
665 | 1:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h29 | 2:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
12391 | 2:11 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h50 | 3:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
2127 · 3273 | 2:32 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h42 | 3:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
12397 | 2:39 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h57 | 3:36 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
12401 | 3:11 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h50 | 4:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
12407 | 3:39 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h02 | 4:41 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
12411 | 4:10 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h51 | 5:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
22857 · 3277 | 4:24 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h50 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
12417 | 4:39 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h58 | 5:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Genoa to Portofino train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Genoa to Portofino by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portofino, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Genoa and Portofino
Most Genoa to Portofino trains use the Genova Piazza Principe to station pair. Use this guide to compare Genoa and Portofino train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Genoa station do trains to Portofino leave from?
Getting to Genova Piazza Principe from Genoa city centre
Genova Piazza Principe is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Piazza Principe train station facilities and services
Genova Piazza Principe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Salgari, Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Piazza Principe: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Continental Genova, Grand Hotel Savoia, Hotel Britannia.
Getting to Genova Brignole from Genoa city centre
Genova Brignole is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Brignole train station facilities and services
Genova Brignole has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria da Toto, Trattoria Rosmarino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genova Brignole. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genova Brignole. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genova Brignole: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genova Brignole: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Brignole: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol Palace, NH Genova Centro, Best Western Hotel Moderno Verdi.
Getting to Genova Pegli from Genoa city centre
Genova Pegli is 9 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Pegli train station facilities and services
Genova Pegli has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Coffee Bar Amleto, Ristorante Pizzeria Da Nicola
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genova Pegli. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genova Pegli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genova Pegli: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Pegli: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Castello Miramare, Hotel Mediterranee, Hotel Torre Cambiaso.

