The cheapest and fastest trains from Genoa to Portofino
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Genoa to Portofino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Genoa to Portofino will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 50 trains that leave Genoa for Portofino on Mon, May 25, 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest trains will take 30 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 22833 · Regionale Veloce 326510:29 AM0h45Genoa Piazza Principe11:14 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$61One-way1 transfer
Regionale 123912:11 PM0h50Genoa Piazza Principe3:01 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$61One-way0 transfers
Regionale 123116:23 AM0h48Genoa Piazza Principe7:11 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$61One-way0 transfers
Regionale 124013:11 PM0h50Genoa Piazza Principe4:01 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$61One-way0 transfers
Regionale 123972:39 PM0h57Genoa Piazza Principe3:36 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$61One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6579:47 AM0h27Genoa Piazza Principe10:14 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$111One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6735:47 PM0h27Genoa Piazza Principe6:14 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$111One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6797:47 PM0h27Genoa Piazza Principe8:14 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$111One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6651:47 PM0h29Genoa Piazza Principe2:16 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$111One-way0 transfers
Intercity 68710:47 PM0h30Genoa Piazza Principe11:17 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Genoa to Portofino
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Genoa to Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 15 miles (25 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$6 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Portofino take longer:
Bus takes on average 43m.
The journey is about 16m faster (34m by train vs 50m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($6 (€5) vs $11 (€9)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Regionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Genoa to Portofino train times
The table below shows live departures for Genoa to Portofino trains for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 685+ Regionale 12470 | 8:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h08 | 9:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12463 | 9:04 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h03 | 10:07 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12471 | 10:13 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h49 | 11:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 687 | 10:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h30 | 11:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3289 | 10:52 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h43 | 11:35 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8601+ Intercity 652 | 5:07 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h58 | 6:05 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Autobus GE001 · Regionale 3257 | 5:42 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h54 | 6:36 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12311 | 6:23 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h48 | 7:11 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8551+ Regionale 12336 | 7:05 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h45 | 7:50 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 | 7:11 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h47 | 7:58 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 651 | 7:47 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h35 | 8:22 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12331 | 8:14 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h44 | 8:58 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12339 | 8:37 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h04 | 9:41 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 505+ Regionale 12356 | 8:53 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h20 | 10:13 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 657 | 9:47 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h27 | 10:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3015 | 10:04 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h48 | 10:52 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12351 | 10:11 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h50 | 11:01 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 22833 · Regionale Veloce 3265 | 10:29 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h45 | 11:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12359 | 10:39 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h02 | 11:41 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12361 | 11:15 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h49 | 12:04 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12367 | 11:37 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h00 | 12:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12371 | 12:11 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h50 | 1:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale 12386 | 12:24 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h49 | 1:13 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 22841 · Regionale Veloce 3269 | 12:24 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h50 | 1:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12377 | 12:39 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h02 | 1:41 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12381 | 1:13 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h49 | 2:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12387 | 1:39 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h02 | 2:41 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 665 | 1:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h29 | 2:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12391 | 2:11 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h50 | 3:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 2:20 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h54 | 3:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12397 | 2:39 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h57 | 3:36 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Intercity 674 | 2:50 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h54 | 3:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12401 | 3:11 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h50 | 4:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12407 | 3:39 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h02 | 4:41 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12411 | 4:10 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h51 | 5:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 22857 · Regionale Veloce 3277 | 4:24 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h50 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12417 | 4:39 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h58 | 5:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale 12430 | 5:05 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h49 | 5:54 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12421 | 5:08 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h54 | 6:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 22861 | 5:24 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h44 | 6:08 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12427 | 5:39 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h58 | 6:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 673 | 5:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h27 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12431 | 6:11 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h51 | 7:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 22865 · Regionale Veloce 3281 | 6:24 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h50 | 7:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12437 | 6:39 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h01 | 7:40 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12441 | 7:07 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h54 | 8:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12447 | 7:39 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h58 | 8:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 679 | 7:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h27 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12451 | 8:09 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h52 | 9:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 22873 · Regionale Veloce 3285 | 8:24 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h45 | 9:09 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Genoa to Portofino
Trains from Genoa to Portofino run on average 43 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 31 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 44m.
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 43 |
Direct trains 31 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 12:21 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa from Genoa to Portofino trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Genoa and Portofino from $6 (€5). 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 Genoa to Portofino
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Genoa 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Genoa to Portofino
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Acquaverde.
- Ristorante Salgari
- Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Continental Genova
- Grand Hotel Savoia
- Hotel Britannia
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-10 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platforms 11-20 for local and suburban trains
- Hall 3: metro and bus connections
- Metro: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Verdi.
- Ristorante Pizzeria da Toto
- Trattoria Rosmarino
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Bristol Palace
- NH Genova Centro
- Best Western Hotel Moderno Verdi
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-6 for intercity trains
- Hall 3: platform 7-9 for high-speed trains
- Metro: Line M
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 12
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with both short-term and long-term options.
- Coffee Bar Amleto
- Ristorante Pizzeria Da Nicola
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Castello Miramare
- Hotel Mediterranee
- Hotel Torre Cambiaso
- Located near the main entrance
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Genoa and Savona
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