The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
3 h 3 m
Average duration
4 h 16 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence 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 Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 5 trains that leave Florence for Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino on Sat, Dec 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 06 the direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 4 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 3 m .
On Sat, Dec 06 the slowest trains will take 5 h 17 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 108 miles (174 km)
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€22 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest |
3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino trains for today, Friday, December 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:53 PM Florence | 5h05 | 6:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:28 PM Florence | 4h30 | 6:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Trains from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 19:54. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (174 km) distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 108 miles (174 km) |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 04:08 |
Last train 19:54 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciargento, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciargento, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Florence and Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino from $11 (€9). 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 Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence 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 Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via dello Steccuto.
- Trattoria Fratelli Briganti
- Osteria di Poneta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Corolle
- Hotel Dalmazia
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-9 for intercity and high-speed trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- 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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