- 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
€14
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucca 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 Lucca to Santa Margherita Ligure will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 5 trains that leave Lucca for Santa Margherita Ligure on Fri, Aug 28, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 28 the direct trains cover the 117 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Fri, Aug 28 the slowest trains will take 3 h 51 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucca to Santa Margherita Ligure among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 72 miles (117 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€21 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tickets start at around €21 compared to roughly €23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €2. The journey takes 2h 22m versus 1h 42m 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 Lucca to Santa Margherita Ligure trains for today, Thursday, August 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18620+ Intercity 662+ Regionale Veloce 3258 | 5:58 AM Lucca station | 2h46 | 8:44 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 32829 · Regionale 19388 · Regionale Veloce 3261 | 7:23 AM San Pietro a Vico | 3h34 | 10:57 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18488+ FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale Veloce 3261 | 7:53 AM Lucca station | 3h04 | 10:57 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18622 · Regionale 19388 · Regionale Veloce 3261 | 7:59 AM Lucca station | 2h58 | 10:57 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83567+ FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Regionale 12370 | 8:06 AM San Pietro a Vico | 3h48 | 11:54 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83567+ InterCityNotte 89512+ Regionale 12378 | 8:06 AM San Pietro a Vico | 4h07 | 12:13 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18502+ Intercity 666+ Regionale 12370 | 8:30 AM Lucca station | 3h24 | 11:54 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83569 · Regionale 18361+ Intercity 670 | 9:28 AM San Pietro a Vico | 4h16 | 1:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83569 · Regionale 18361 · Regionale Veloce 3270 | 9:28 AM San Pietro a Vico | 5h17 | 2:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83573 · Regionale 18624+ Intercity 674 | 10:30 AM San Pietro a Vico | 5h14 | 3:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18508 · Regionale 18361 · Regionale Veloce 3270 | 10:33 AM Lucca station | 4h12 | 2:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18566 · Regionale 18361+ Intercity 670 | 10:42 AM Lucca station | 3h02 | 1:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18566 · Regionale 19342 · Regionale Veloce 3270 | 10:42 AM Lucca station | 4h03 | 2:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18624+ Intercity 674 | 12:59 PM Lucca station | 2h45 | 3:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18512+ Intercity 510+ Regionale 12416 | 1:30 PM Lucca station | 2h46 | 4:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18512 · Regionale 19348 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 1:30 PM Lucca station | 3h15 | 4:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18490 · Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 1:40 PM Lucca station | 3h05 | 4:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18514+ FRECCIABIANCA 8616+ Regionale Veloce 3274 | 2:30 PM Lucca station | 2h15 | 4:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18492 · Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 | 2:42 PM Lucca station | 3h02 | 5:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18518 · Regionale 19360 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 3:30 PM Lucca station | 3h15 | 6:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83579 · Regionale 18522+ Intercity 684 | 4:26 PM San Pietro a Vico | 3h18 | 7:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18520+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale Veloce 3278 | 4:30 PM Lucca station | 2h15 | 6:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18522+ Intercity 684 | 5:30 PM Lucca station | 2h14 | 7:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18522 · Regionale 19368 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 5:30 PM Lucca station | 3h28 | 8:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83691+ FRECCIABIANCA 8626+ Regionale 12470 | 6:21 PM San Pietro a Vico | 3h34 | 9:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18524+ Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 6:30 PM Lucca station | 2h28 | 8:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18528+ FRECCIABIANCA 8626+ Regionale 12470 | 7:30 PM Lucca station | 2h25 | 9:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83665+ FRECCIARGENTO 8596+ treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 9:05 PM San Pietro a Vico | 3h57 | 1:02 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18610+ FRECCIARGENTO 8596+ treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 9:42 PM Lucca station | 3h20 | 1:02 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Lucca to Santa Margherita Ligure run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (117 km) distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 72 miles (117 km) |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 27 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
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Best time to book 35 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 Lucca 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 Lucca to Santa Margherita Ligure trains use the Lucca to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino station pair. Use this guide to compare Lucca and Santa Margherita Ligure train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lucca has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Giglio, Osteria Baralla
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lucca. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lucca. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lucca: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lucca: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lucca: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Grand Universe Lucca, Hotel Ilaria, Albergo San Martino.
S. Pietro A Vico is 4 km from Lucca city centre. Public transport options include:
S. Pietro A Vico has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
Available at S. Pietro A Vico: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
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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