Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino train with Intercity

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 05

Cheapest price on Sep 05

$25

Average ticket price on Sep 05

$30

Fastest journey on Sep 05

3 h 38 m

Average journey duration on Sep 05

3 h 44 m

Trains on Sep 05

22

Distance

164 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Como San Giovanni 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 Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.

Fast trains

On Sat, Sep 05, we found 22 trains from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino, including 1 direct services.

On Sat, Sep 05 the direct trains cover the 164 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .

On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 58 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.

  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25503 · Regionale Veloce 3013 · Regionale 12339
    4:36 AM5h05
    Como San Giovanni
    9:41 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
    $251One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25515 · Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273
    10:36 AM4h38
    Como San Giovanni
    3:14 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
    $251One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25519 · Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 12419
    12:36 PM5h01
    Como San Giovanni
    5:37 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
    $251One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25523 · Regionale Veloce 3073 · Regionale 12439
    2:36 PM5h04
    Como San Giovanni
    7:40 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
    $251One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleTRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 · Regionale Veloce 3067 · Regionale Veloce 3097
    7:06 AM4h17
    Como San Giovanni
    11:23 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
    $251One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, while a train costs an average of $31.

Distance: 101 miles (164 km)

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Driving

$31

Average price

$29

Average price

Cheapest

$68

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 38m

Average total duration

4h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 24m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Intercity

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FlixBus

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino is a bus with an average price of $29.

This is compared to other travel options from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino:

A bus is $2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino costing on average $31.

The fastest way to travel from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino is by train with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Como San Giovanni and Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $31 compared to roughly $68 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $37. The journey takes 3h 45m versus 2h 24m 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

Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino train times

The table below shows live departures for Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino trains for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Tickets
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25531+IntercityIntercity 689+RegionaleRegionale 124716:36 PM Como San Giovanni
4h26
11:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25531 · Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 32896:36 PM Como San Giovanni
4h59
11:35 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino2 transfers
Saturday, September 5
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25503 · Regionale Veloce 3013 · Regionale 123394:36 AM Como San Giovanni
5h05
9:41 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25503+IntercityIntercity 6514:36 AM Como San Giovanni
3h46
8:22 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino1 transfer
RegionaleS11 TRENORD 25017 · Regionale TRENORD 2355 · Regionale Veloce 30635:20 AM Como San Giovanni
5h32
10:52 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25507+IntercityIntercity 6576:36 AM Como San Giovanni
3h38
10:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino1 transfer
RegionaleS11 TRENORD 25023 · Regionale Veloce 30976:50 AM Como San Giovanni
4h33
11:23 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino1 transfer
RegionaleTRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 · Regionale Veloce 3067 · Regionale Veloce 30977:06 AM Como San Giovanni
4h17
11:23 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino2 transfers
RegionaleTRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 30057:06 AM Como San Giovanni
4h28
11:34 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25509+IntercityIntercity 659+RegionaleTRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 30057:36 AM Como San Giovanni
3h58
11:34 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino2 transfers
RegionaleS11 TRENORD 25027 · Regionale Veloce 3085 · Regionale 123757:50 AM Como San Giovanni
5h11
1:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25515 · Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 327310:36 AM Como San Giovanni
4h38
3:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25517+FrecciabiancaFRECCIABIANCA 8619+IntercityIntercity 67411:36 AM Como San Giovanni
4h08
3:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25519 · Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 1241912:36 PM Como San Giovanni
5h01
5:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25519+IntercityIntercity 669+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 327412:36 PM Como San Giovanni
4h09
4:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25521+IntercityIntercity 641+RegionaleRegionale 124251:36 PM Como San Giovanni
4h26
6:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25523 · Regionale Veloce 3073 · Regionale 124392:36 PM Como San Giovanni
5h04
7:40 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25523+IntercityIntercity 6732:36 PM Como San Giovanni
3h38
6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino1 transfer
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25525+IntercityIntercity 675+RegionaleRegionale 124453:36 PM Como San Giovanni
4h25
8:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25527 · Regionale Veloce 3077 · Regionale 124654:36 PM Como San Giovanni
5h31
10:07 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25527+IntercityIntercity 6794:36 PM Como San Giovanni
3h38
8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino1 transfer
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25529+IntercityIntercity 685+RegionaleRegionale 124705:36 PM Como San Giovanni
4h19
9:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino2 transfers

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Overview: Train from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino

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Trains from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 16:36. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 3h 3m.

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
101 miles (164 km)
Average train duration
3h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
$25
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 3m
First train
3:20 AM
Last train
4:36 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Thu
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

Train companies: Intercity, Regionale from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino trainsIntercity, Regionale trains will get you between Como San Giovanni and Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino from $25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Intercity

About
Trenitalia Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Italian national railway company, Trenitalia. It operates throughout the country, with services running from early morning to late evening. The Intercity trains come in two types: the Intercity Plus, which is the fastest and most comfortable, and the Intercity, which is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, power sockets, Wi-Fi, and a bar service. There are several ticket types available, including Standard, Super Economy, and Business. The most popular routes for Trenitalia Intercity are from Rome to Milan, Naples to Florence, and Turin to Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Intercity Duration
3h 3m
Cheapest Intercity Price
$26
Intercity frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone

Regionale

About
Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Regionale Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Regionale Price
$25
Regionale frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Free hand luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service available on some trains with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Como San Giovanni 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $25, while the average price is around $31.
The train from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino takes 3h 3m and runs 5 per day.
The first train from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino leaves at 3:20 AM.
The distance by train from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino is 101 miles (164 km).
The last train from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino leaves at 4:36 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino.
There is no direct train service currently available from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino.
The cheapest way to get from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino is by train, with a cost of around $25.
Yes, the train journey from Como S. Giovanni to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino is considered scenic, offering beautiful views of Lake Como, the rolling hills of Lombardy, and the picturesque Ligurian coastline.
A day trip from Como S. Giovanni to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino is not feasible since the journey duration is 3h 3m. However, there are 11 train trips available per day for this route, covering a distance of 101 miles (164 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino.
Since both Como San Giovanni and Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino 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.
Popular day trips by train from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino include Genoa, Monterosso al Mare, Riomaggiore, La Spezia, Camogli.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Italy Pass and Interrail Italy Pass are valid on most trains operated by Trenitalia and Italo within Italy, including regional, intercity, and high-speed trains, though some restrictions and seat reservation fees may apply.
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.
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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Popular train stations from Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino

Most Como San Giovanni to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino trains use the Como S. Giovanni to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino station pair. Use this guide to compare Como San Giovanni and Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Como
Arrival train stations in Santa Margherita Ligure
Como S. GiovanniPiazzale San Gottardo 5, Como, Italy+39 892021WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Como S. Giovanni from Como city centre

Como S. Giovanni is 1 km from Como city centre. Public transport options include:

BusC26, N1, N2, N6, N11, N7 · 13m · $2 · every ~17 min

Como S. Giovanni train station facilities and services

Como S. Giovanni has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Como Caffe

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi throughout the station. ATMs are two ATM machines on W. Footbridge and South Concourse.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 18:30. Information desks are on the ground level.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is located near the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Como S. Giovanni: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Como S. Giovanni: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Como S. Giovanni: Accessible facilities include restrooms for passengers with limited mobility, reserved parking spots, visual and sound information systems for the public, and accessible ticket counters.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Palace Hotel, Hotel Borgovico, Hotel Metropole Suisse.

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