The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$82
Fastest journey
3 h 38 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Trains per day
74
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
It's difficult to get from Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TTPER 19243 · Regionale Veloce 3274
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale TTPER 19247 · Regionale Veloce 3278
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Regionale 19235 · Regionale Veloce 3266
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 19251 · Regionale Veloce 3282
Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale Veloce 3261
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+
Intercity 679
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+
Intercity 665
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+
Intercity 673
FRECCIAROSSA 9552+
Intercity 887
FRECCIAROSSA 9310+
Intercity 669+
Regionale 12407Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €24, and a bus costs an average of €20.
Distance: 105 miles (170 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€24 Average price Cheapest | €46 Average price |
4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration 8h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454+ Intercity 657 | 4:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h46 | 9:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale Veloce 3261 | 5:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h19 | 9:52 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Regionale 19235 · Regionale Veloce 3266 | 6:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h08 | 11:41 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462 · Regionale Veloce 3023 · Regionale 12391 | 6:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h11 | 2:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
9966+ Intercity 665 | 7:41 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h33 | 1:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9966+ Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 7:41 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h33 | 2:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
9966+ Intercity 673 | 7:41 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h33 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 754+ Intercity 511+ Regionale 12386 | 7:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h28 | 12:10 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 754+ Intercity 665 | 7:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h32 | 1:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9405+ Regionale 18361+ Intercity 670 | 8:02 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h37 | 12:39 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
9908+ Intercity 665 | 8:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h08 | 1:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9968+ Intercity 673 | 8:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h03 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9968+ Intercity 665 | 8:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h03 | 1:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ Intercity 637+ Regionale 12381 | 8:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h26 | 1:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3023+ Intercity 665 | 8:46 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h28 | 1:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 · Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 8:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h24 | 2:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
9912+ Intercity 665 | 9:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h08 | 1:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9972+ Intercity 665 | 9:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h03 | 1:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9972+ Intercity 673 | 9:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h03 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3908 · Regionale TTPER 19241+ Intercity 674 | 9:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h06 | 2:39 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ Intercity 665 | 9:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h38 | 1:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9618+ Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 9:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h18 | 2:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
9916+ Intercity 673 | 10:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h08 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9974+ Intercity 673 | 10:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h03 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9974+ Intercity 679 | 10:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h03 | 7:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TTPER 19243 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 10:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h08 | 3:41 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Intercity 674 | 10:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h03 | 2:39 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TTPER 2082 · Regionale Veloce 3277 | 10:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h24 | 4:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
9920+ Intercity 673 | 11:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h08 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9976+ Intercity 679 | 11:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h03 | 7:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9976+ Intercity 673 | 11:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h03 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale 19245+ Intercity 680 | 11:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h06 | 4:39 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310+ Intercity 669+ Regionale 12407 | 11:51 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h50 | 3:41 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 606 · Intercity 673 | 12:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h11 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9924+ Intercity 673 | 12:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h08 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9978+ Intercity 679 | 12:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h03 | 7:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9978+ Intercity 673 | 12:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h03 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9628+ Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 12417 | 12:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h11 | 4:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale TTPER 19247 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 12:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h12 | 5:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9514+ Intercity 641+ Regionale 12421 | 12:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h26 | 5:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale Veloce 3281 | 12:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h24 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
9928+ Intercity 679 | 1:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h08 | 7:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9928+ Intercity 673 | 1:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h08 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9928+ Intercity 887 | 1:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h09 | 10:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ Intercity 673 | 1:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h38 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | 1:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h44 | 6:39 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9634+ Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale Veloce 3281 | 1:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h18 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 608 · Intercity 679 | 2:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h10 | 7:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9932+ Intercity 679 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h08 | 7:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9982+ Intercity 679 | 2:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h03 | 7:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9982+ Intercity 887 | 2:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h04 | 10:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9543+ Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | 2:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h12 | 6:39 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TRENORD 10496+ Intercity 679 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h41 | 7:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 19251 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h19 | 7:52 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 · Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale Veloce 3285 | 2:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h19 | 8:09 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
8134+ Intercity 679 | 3:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h08 | 7:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
8134+ Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale Veloce 3285 | 3:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h03 | 8:09 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
8134+ Intercity 887 | 3:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h09 | 10:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ Intercity 679 | 3:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h38 | 7:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590 · Intercity 689+ Regionale 12471 | 3:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h08 | 10:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9642 · FRECCIAROSSA 9744+ Regionale 12451 | 3:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h05 | 8:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
9940+ Intercity 887 | 4:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h09 | 10:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9986+ Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 3289 | 4:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h24 | 10:35 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
9986+ Intercity 887 | 4:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h04 | 10:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482+ Intercity 887 | 4:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h25 | 10:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 · Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 3289 | 4:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h45 | 10:35 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9320+ Intercity 685+ Regionale 12470 | 4:51 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h59 | 8:50 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
9946+ Intercity 887 | 5:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h09 | 10:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9946+ Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 3289 | 5:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h29 | 10:35 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
9946+ Intercity 689+ Regionale 12471 | 5:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h56 | 10:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · Regionale TRENORD 10483+ Intercity 887 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h42 | 10:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
9948+ Intercity 887 | 6:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h09 | 10:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9990+ Intercity 887 | 6:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h04 | 10:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552+ Intercity 887 | 6:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h39 | 10:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino start from as low as $29 (€24) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $30 (€24) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 32 daily trains from Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 4h 24m but the average duration is 3h 53m
Train Operators
- Travel from Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino with Intercity, Regionale, Italo, Frecciabianca, and Intercity Notte
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Intercity.
- High-speed trains are available.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 03:28 AM and the last at 02:40 PM
Distance 105 miles (170 km) |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 32 |
Fastest train 4h 24m |
First train 03:28 |
Last train 14:40 |
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale, Italo, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa from Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino trainsIntercity, Regionale, Italo, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Bologna Centrale and Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-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 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- Ristorante Da Michele
- Trattoria Baicin
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Laurin
- Hotel Metropole
- Hotel Jolanda
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Genoa and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Line 1 to Portofino
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