The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
3 h 38 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Trains per day
71
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 $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
It's difficult to get from Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 19251 · Regionale Veloce 32823:33 PM5h25Bologna Centrale8:58 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$291One-way2 transfers
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Regionale 19235 · Regionale Veloce 32667:33 AM5h12Bologna Centrale12:45 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$291One-way2 transfers
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale 19245 · Regionale Veloce 309612:33 PM5h29Bologna Centrale6:02 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$291One-way2 transfers
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 19253 · Regionale Veloce 32864:33 PM6h09Bologna Centrale10:42 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$291One-way2 transfers
Regionale Veloce 3908 · Regionale TTPER 19241 · Regionale Veloce 327410:33 AM6h12Bologna Centrale4:45 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$291One-way2 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+
Intercity 6794:36 PM3h38Bologna Centrale8:14 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$931One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+
Intercity 6732:36 PM3h38Bologna Centrale6:14 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$881One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+
Intercity 66510:36 AM3h40Bologna Centrale2:16 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$881One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9552+
Intercity 6877:36 PM3h41Bologna Centrale11:17 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$931One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9310+
Intercity 669+
Regionale Veloce 327412:51 PM3h54Bologna Centrale4:45 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$911One-way2 transfers
Travel 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 $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $29, and a bus costs an average of $14.
Distance: 105 miles (170 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 8m Average total duration 8h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino:
A train is $25 (€20) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino costing on average $55 (€45).
Other travel options to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 38m.
Tickets start at around $30 (€25) compared to roughly $86 (€70) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $56 (€46). The journey takes 3h 54m versus 2h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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 today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 583 · Intercity 670 | 8:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h50 | 1:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9908+ Intercity 665 | 9:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h10 | 2:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9908+ Intercity 673 | 9:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h08 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9968+ Intercity 673 | 9:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h03 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9968+ Intercity 665 | 9:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h05 | 2:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9968+ Intercity 679 | 9:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 11h03 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Regionale Veloce 4021+ Intercity 670 | 9:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h17 | 1:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ Intercity 637+ Regionale 12383 | 9:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h29 | 2:05 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 1589+ Regionale 18365 · Regionale Veloce 3270 | 9:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h08 | 2:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 1589 · Intercity 674 | 9:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h07 | 3:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 9:46 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h28 | 3:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 · Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 9:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h24 | 3:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
9912+ Intercity 665 | 10:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h10 | 2:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9912+ Intercity 673 | 10:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h08 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9972+ Intercity 665 | 10:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h05 | 2:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9972+ Intercity 673 | 10:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h03 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9972+ Intercity 679 | 10:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h03 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ Intercity 665 | 10:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h40 | 2:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9618+ Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 10:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h18 | 3:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
9916+ Intercity 673 | 11:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h08 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9974+ Intercity 673 | 11:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h03 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9974+ Intercity 679 | 11:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h03 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 | 11:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h23 | 3:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TTPER 19243 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 11:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h12 | 4:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TTPER 2082 · Regionale Veloce 3277 | 11:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h24 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
9920+ Intercity 673 | 12:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h08 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9976+ Intercity 679 | 12:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h03 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9976+ Intercity 673 | 12:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h03 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale 19245+ Intercity 680 | 12:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h11 | 5:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale 19245 · Regionale Veloce 3096 | 12:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h29 | 6:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310+ Intercity 669+ Regionale Veloce 3274 | 12:51 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h54 | 4:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9626+ Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 12417 | 12:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h41 | 5:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415+ Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 | 1:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h42 | 5:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 606 · Intercity 673 | 1:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h11 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9924+ Intercity 673 | 1:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h08 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9978+ Intercity 673 | 1:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h03 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9978+ Intercity 679 | 1:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h03 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814+ Intercity 641+ Regionale 12423 | 1:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h44 | 6:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale TTPER 19247 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 1:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h12 | 6:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
9928+ Intercity 687 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h11 | 11:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9928+ Intercity 673 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h08 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9928+ Intercity 679 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h08 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale 19249 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h37 | 7:10 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ Intercity 673 | 2:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h38 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9634+ Regionale Veloce 3073 · Regionale 12437 | 2:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h44 | 7:40 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 608 · Intercity 679 | 3:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h10 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9932+ Intercity 679 | 3:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h08 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9932+ Intercity 687 | 3:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h11 | 11:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9982+ Intercity 679 | 3:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h03 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 19251 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h25 | 8:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TRENORD 10496+ Intercity 679 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h41 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 · Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale 3287 | 3:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h19 | 9:09 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
8134+ Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale 3287 | 4:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h03 | 9:09 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
8134+ Intercity 687 | 4:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h11 | 11:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
8134+ Intercity 679 | 4:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h08 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 597 · Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 4:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h37 | 8:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ Intercity 679 | 4:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h38 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9642+ Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale 3287 | 4:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h13 | 9:09 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
9940+ Intercity 687 | 5:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h11 | 11:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9986+ Intercity 687 | 5:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h06 | 11:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9986+ Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 3289 | 5:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h24 | 11:35 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TTPER 19255 · Regionale Veloce 3286 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h09 | 10:42 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482+ Intercity 687 | 5:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h27 | 11:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 · Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 3289 | 5:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h45 | 11:35 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9320+ Intercity 685+ Regionale 12470 | 5:51 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h04 | 9:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
9946+ Intercity 687 | 6:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h11 | 11:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9946+ Intercity 689+ Regionale 12471 | 6:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h56 | 11:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
9946+ Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 3289 | 6:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h29 | 11:35 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3950 · S13 TRENORD 24371+ Intercity 687 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h44 | 11:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
9948+ Intercity 687 | 7:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h11 | 11:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9990+ Intercity 687 | 7:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h06 | 11:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 · Regionale TTPER 19259 · Regionale Veloce 3288 | 7:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h55 | 12:28 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552+ Intercity 687 | 7:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h41 | 11:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 7 | |||||
Intercity 657+ InterCityNotte 754 | 5:35 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h39 | 10:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale Veloce 3261 | 6:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h24 | 10:57 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Regionale 19235 · Regionale Veloce 3266 | 7:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h12 | 12:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9403+ Regionale 18359 · Regionale Veloce 3266 | 8:02 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h43 | 12:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9508+ Intercity 1549+ Regionale 12373 | 8:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h25 | 1:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Trains from Bologna Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino run on average 34 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $14 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 16:33. The fastest train covers the 105 miles (170 km) distance in 4h 39m.
Distance 105 miles (170 km) |
Average train duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 34 |
Fastest train 4h 39m |
First train 3:40 AM |
Last train 4:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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 $14 (€12). 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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