- 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 on Sep 04
$15
Average ticket price on Sep 04
$20
Fastest journey on Sep 04
1 h 37 m
Average journey duration on Sep 04
1 h 49 m
Trains on Sep 04
23
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Forte dei Marmi 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 Forte dei Marmi to Santa Margherita Ligure will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
It's difficult to get from Forte dei Marmi to Santa Margherita Ligure without transferring at least once.
Regionale 19374 · Regionale 12242 · Regionale 12470
Regionale 19386 · Regionale 12214
Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278
Regionale 19388 · Regionale Veloce 3261
Regionale 19372 · Regionale Veloce 3282
Regionale 18446+
FRECCIABIANCA 8620+
Regionale Veloce 3278
Regionale 19354+
FRECCIABIANCA 8616+
Regionale Veloce 3274
Regionale 19378+
FRECCIABIANCA 8626+
Regionale 12470
Regionale 19374+
Intercity 518+
Regionale Veloce 3282
Regionale 18367+
Intercity 674Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Forte dei Marmi to Santa Margherita Ligure among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, while a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 54 miles (87 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $20 (€16) compared to roughly $22 (€17) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $2 (€2). The journey takes 1h 46m versus 1h 18m 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.
Direct services run with Intercity.
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 Forte dei Marmi to Santa Margherita Ligure trains for today, Thursday, September 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18367+ Intercity 674 | 1:38 PM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 2h06 | 3:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 2:38 PM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 2h07 | 4:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19354+ FRECCIABIANCA 8616+ Regionale Veloce 3274 | 3:06 PM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 1h39 | 4:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19354 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 12308 · Regionale 12430 | 3:06 PM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 2h48 | 5:54 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 | 3:38 PM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 2h06 | 5:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 4:38 PM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 2h07 | 6:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18446+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale Veloce 3278 | 5:08 PM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 1h37 | 6:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18381+ Intercity 684 | 5:38 PM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 2h06 | 7:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19372 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 6:18 PM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 2h40 | 8:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19374+ Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 7:07 PM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 1h51 | 8:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19374 · Regionale 12242 · Regionale 12470 | 7:07 PM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 2h48 | 9:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19378 · Regionale 12244 · Regionale 12480 | 8:05 PM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 2h51 | 10:56 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19378+ FRECCIABIANCA 8626+ Regionale 12470 | 8:05 PM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 1h50 | 9:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19382 · Regionale Veloce 3290 · treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 10:15 PM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 2h47 | 1:02 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, September 4 | |||||
Regionale 18391+ Intercity 658 | 5:19 AM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 2h18 | 7:37 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19386 · Regionale 12214 | 6:00 AM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 2h21 | 8:21 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 2294+ Intercity 662+ Regionale Veloce 3258 | 6:29 AM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 2h15 | 8:44 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19330 · Regionale 12218 · Regionale 12358 | 6:58 AM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 3h15 | 10:13 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19388 · Regionale Veloce 3261 | 8:51 AM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 2h06 | 10:57 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19351+ InterCityNotte 89512+ Regionale 12378 | 8:59 AM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 3h14 | 12:13 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19351+ FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Regionale 12370 | 8:59 AM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 2h55 | 11:54 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19346 · Regionale 12230 · Regionale 12410 | 1:09 PM Forte dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta | 2h45 | 3:54 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Forte dei Marmi to Santa Margherita Ligure run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Santa Margherita Ligure — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Santa Margherita Ligure trip today.
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 Forte dei Marmi 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 Forte dei Marmi to Santa Margherita Ligure trains use the Forte Dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino station pair. Use this guide to compare Forte dei Marmi and Santa Margherita Ligure train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Forte Dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta is 2 km from Forte dei Marmi city centre. Public transport options include:
Forte Dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Lorenzo, Osteria del Mare
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Forte Dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is available at Forte Dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Forte Dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Forte Dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Forte Dei Marmi-Seravezza-Querceta: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Viscardo, Hotel Goya, Hotel Il Negresco.
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
Free.
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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