- Must visit
Galata Museo del Mare
Nearby major maritime museum in Genoa with ships, navigation exhibits, and immersive displays, an excellent excursion from Santa Margherita.
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Santa Margherita Ligure is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Santa Margherita Ligure will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 3 trains that leave Florence Santa Maria Novella for Santa Margherita Ligure on Thu, Aug 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 16 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 5 h 2 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.






Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Santa Margherita Ligure run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 15:28. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (174 km) distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 108 miles (174 km) |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 4:00 AM |
Last train 3:28 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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The table below shows live departures for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Santa Margherita Ligure trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 2:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h52 | 6:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4037 · Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 3:00 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h45 | 6:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4039+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale Veloce 3278 | 3:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h17 | 6:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 3:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h05 | 8:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | 4:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h16 | 7:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4043 · Regionale 19368 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 4:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h30 | 8:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18309+ Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 5:38 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h20 | 8:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ Intercity 995 | 5:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h25 | 11:20 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4047+ FRECCIABIANCA 8626+ Regionale 12470 | 6:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h27 | 9:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18795+ FRECCIARGENTO 8596+ treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 9:22 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h40 | 1:02 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:00 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h02 | 10:02 AM Santa Margherita Ligure | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:23 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h22 | 2:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Nearby major maritime museum in Genoa with ships, navigation exhibits, and immersive displays, an excellent excursion from Santa Margherita.
Town museum inside Villa Durazzo, presenting local history, period rooms, and cultural exhibitions in an elegant aristocratic residence.
Historic abbey complex with guided cultural visits to cloisters, gardens, and decorated rooms, functioning as a heritage exhibition site.
Palm-lined seafront promenade ideal for strolling, people-watching, and views of the harbor, villas, and fishing boats.
Characterful historic center with narrow lanes, colorful facades, and everyday local life. Best explored slowly on foot.
Scenic pedestrian route toward Paraggi and Portofino, loved for cliffside sea views, coves, and classic Riviera atmosphere.
Focaccia col formaggio is Liguria’s ultra-thin cheese-filled flatbread, famed nearby in Recco and widely loved around the Gulf of Tigullio.
Pesto alla Genovese is the region’s signature basil sauce, traditionally pounded with pine nuts, Parmigiano, pecorino, garlic and olive oil.
Farinata is a baked chickpea flour pancake with olive oil, a classic Ligurian street food valued for its simple coastal tradition.
Refined Michelin-starred dining in a grand villa hotel, known for elegant Ligurian seafood and polished fine-dining service.
Well-known local spot for straightforward regional cooking, including seafood, pasta and Ligurian specialties in a relaxed setting.
Historic seafront restaurant near the harbor, appreciated for classic Ligurian fish dishes, pasta and a traditional Riviera atmosphere.
Prices are higher than many Italian towns due to Riviera tourism. Hotels and dining rise in peak season, while local trains and buses stay fairly reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is fine in cafes.
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Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino -> Piazza Caprera, Santa Margherita Ligure
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Santa Margherita Ligure 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence Santa Maria Novella to Santa Margherita Ligure trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence Santa Maria Novella and Santa Margherita Ligure train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella 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: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino 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 Da Michele, Trattoria Baicin
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Ticket office support is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Laurin, Hotel Metropole, Hotel Jolanda.
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