- Must visit
Museo dell'Abbazia di San Fruttuoso
Abbey museum in a secluded bay with historic interiors, cloisters, and monastic collections. It is one of the region’s most atmospheric cultural sites.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€19
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€23
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 38 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
3 h 43 m
Trains on Sep 19
31
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Como to Portofino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Como to Portofino will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 31 trains from Como to Portofino, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 168 km distance in an average of 3 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 53 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.
Regionale TRENORD 1118 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005
Regionale TRENORD 1118 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005
Regionale TRENORD 176 · Regionale TRENORD 25533+
Intercity 687
Regionale TRENORD 25531 · Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 3289
Regionale TRENORD 25515 · Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273
Regionale TRENORD 25523+
Intercity 673
Regionale TRENORD 25507+
Intercity 657
Regionale TRENORD 25527+
Intercity 679
Regionale TRENORD 25503+
Intercity 651
Regionale TRENORD 160 · Regionale TRENORD 25527+
Intercity 679Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Como to Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €25, while a flight costs an average of €427.
Distance: 104 miles (168 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€25 Average price Cheapest | €43 Average price | €427 Average price | €56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Como to Portofino:
A train is €19 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Como to Portofino costing on average €43.
A train is €403 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Como to Portofino costing on average €427.
Other travel options to Portofino take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 38m.
Bus takes on average 4h 10m.
Tickets start at around €25 compared to roughly €56 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €31. The journey takes 3h 38m versus 2h 55m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Como to Portofino trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TRENORD 25503+ Intercity 651 | 4:36 AM Como San Giovanni | 3h46 | 8:22 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 25503 · Regionale Veloce 3013 · Regionale 12339 | 4:36 AM Como San Giovanni | 5h05 | 9:41 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
S11 TRENORD 25017 · Regionale TRENORD 2355 · Regionale Veloce 3063 | 5:20 AM Como San Giovanni | 5h32 | 10:52 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 25507+ Intercity 657 | 6:36 AM Como San Giovanni | 3h38 | 10:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 1118 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 | 6:46 AM Como Lago | 4h48 | 11:34 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 1118 · Regionale TRENORD 80318 · Regionale Veloce 3097 | 6:46 AM Como Lago | 4h37 | 11:23 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
S11 TRENORD 25023 · Regionale Veloce 3097 | 6:50 AM Como San Giovanni | 4h33 | 11:23 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 1118 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 | 6:51 AM Como Borghi | 4h43 | 11:34 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 1118 · Regionale TRENORD 80318 · Regionale Veloce 3097 | 6:51 AM Como Borghi | 4h32 | 11:23 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 | 7:06 AM Como San Giovanni | 4h28 | 11:34 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 · Regionale Veloce 3067 · Regionale Veloce 3097 | 7:06 AM Como San Giovanni | 4h17 | 11:23 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 25509+ Intercity 659+ TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 | 7:36 AM Como San Giovanni | 3h58 | 11:34 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
S11 TRENORD 25027 · Regionale Veloce 3085 · Regionale 12375 | 7:50 AM Como San Giovanni | 5h11 | 1:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 25515 · Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 10:36 AM Como San Giovanni | 4h38 | 3:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 25517+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Intercity 674 | 11:36 AM Como San Giovanni | 4h08 | 3:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 25519+ Intercity 669+ Regionale Veloce 3274 | 12:36 PM Como San Giovanni | 4h09 | 4:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 25519 · Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 12419 | 12:36 PM Como San Giovanni | 5h01 | 5:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 25521+ Intercity 641+ Regionale 12425 | 1:36 PM Como San Giovanni | 4h26 | 6:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 150 · Regionale TRENORD 25523+ Intercity 673 | 2:16 PM Como Lago | 3h58 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 150 · Regionale TRENORD 25523+ Intercity 673 | 2:21 PM Como Borghi | 3h53 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 25523+ Intercity 673 | 2:36 PM Como San Giovanni | 3h38 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 25523 · Regionale Veloce 3073 · Regionale 12439 | 2:36 PM Como San Giovanni | 5h04 | 7:40 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 25525+ Intercity 675+ Regionale 12445 | 3:36 PM Como San Giovanni | 4h25 | 8:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 160 · Regionale TRENORD 25527+ Intercity 679 | 4:16 PM Como Lago | 3h58 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 160 · Regionale TRENORD 25527+ Intercity 679 | 4:21 PM Como Borghi | 3h53 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 25527 · Regionale Veloce 3077 · Regionale 12465 | 4:36 PM Como San Giovanni | 5h31 | 10:07 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 25527+ Intercity 679 | 4:36 PM Como San Giovanni | 3h38 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 25529+ Intercity 685+ Regionale 12470 | 5:36 PM Como San Giovanni | 4h19 | 9:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 25531 · Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 3289 | 6:36 PM Como San Giovanni | 4h59 | 11:35 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 25531+ Intercity 689+ Regionale 12471 | 6:36 PM Como San Giovanni | 4h26 | 11:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 176 · Regionale TRENORD 25533+ Intercity 687 | 7:21 PM Como Borghi | 3h56 | 11:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Como to Portofino run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 20:46. The fastest train covers the 104 miles (168 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 104 miles (168 km) |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 4:15 AM |
Last train 8:46 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Portofino — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Portofino trip today.
Abbey museum in a secluded bay with historic interiors, cloisters, and monastic collections. It is one of the region’s most atmospheric cultural sites.
Museum inside Portofino’s hilltop castle with exhibitions on local history and culture, plus one of the best panoramic terraces in the village.
Museum area at the nearby Giannettino Luxoro villa with decorative arts and historic interiors. It is a refined lesser-known cultural stop on the coast.
Portofino’s famous harbor square lined with colorful buildings. It is the essential place to stroll, sit, and absorb the village atmosphere.
Scenic waterfront promenade around the harbor with postcard views of boats and facades. It is ideal for a short classic Portofino walk.
Popular path linking Portofino to San Fruttuoso through Portofino Natural Park. It rewards walkers with forest, cliffs, and sea views.
Traditional Genoese basil sauce with pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano and olive oil, usually served with trofie. A Ligurian icon eaten throughout the Portofino area.
Thin savory chickpea pancake baked in a hot oven. Popular across Liguria as a simple street food and naturally free of gluten ingredients.
Fresh ravioli filled with wild herbs, greens and ricotta, often served with butter, sage or light sauce. A classic festive pasta from the Ligurian coast.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining at Splendido with refined Ligurian tasting menus and panoramic Riviera views in a historic luxury hotel setting.
Waterfront fine dining in the harbor, known for fresh seafood, classic Ligurian dishes and polished service with iconic Portofino scenery.
Stylish restaurant and wine bar near the marina, serving seafood, pasta and Ligurian plates in a relaxed but polished setting.
Portofino is pricier than many Italian coastal towns, with high hotel rates, upscale dining, and premium waterfront cafés; transit costs are moderate.
Service may be included via coperto or servizio. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine at cafés.
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Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino -> Piazza Martiri Dell'Olivetta, Portofino
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Como 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.

Most Como to Portofino trains use the Como S. Giovanni to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino station pair. Use this guide to compare Como and Portofino train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Como S. Giovanni is 1 km from Como city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Como Caffe
Free Wi-Fi throughout the station. ATMs are two ATM machines on W. Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 18:30. Information desks are on the ground level.
Luggage storage is located near the station.
Available at Como S. Giovanni: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Como S. Giovanni: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Palace Hotel, Hotel Borgovico, Hotel Metropole Suisse.
Como Borghi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Como Borghi.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Como Borghi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Como Borghi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Como Borghi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Como Borghi: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Villa Flori, Albergo Firenze, Hotel Metropole Suisse.
Como Lago has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Sociale, Osteria del Gallo
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Como Lago. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Como Lago. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Como Lago: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Como Lago: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Como Lago: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Metropole Suisse, Albergo Terminus Hotel, Hotel Barchetta Excelsior.
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