- 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
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
1 h 13 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manarola 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 Manarola to Santa Margherita Ligure will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manarola for Santa Margherita Ligure on Wed, Jul 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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 Manarola to Santa Margherita Ligure among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. 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 $7, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 29 miles (48 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Manarola to Santa Margherita Ligure:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Manarola to Santa Margherita Ligure costing on average $12 (€12).
Other travel options to Santa Margherita Ligure take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 5m.
The journey is about 25m faster (1h 4m by train vs 1h 29m by car) and roughly $3 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($10 (€10) vs $14 (€14)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Manarola to Santa Margherita Ligure trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22945 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 7:28 PM Manarola station | 1h30 | 8:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 22861+ Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 7:38 PM Manarola station | 1h20 | 8:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12242 · Regionale 12470 | 8:24 PM Manarola station | 1h31 | 9:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12244 · Regionale 12480 | 9:26 PM Manarola station | 1h30 | 10:56 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3290 · treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 11:22 PM Manarola station | 1h40 | 1:02 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:32 AM Manarola | 1h13 | 12:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Manarola to Santa Margherita Ligure run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (48 km) distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 29 miles (48 km) |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€7) |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
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 Manarola 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 Manarola to Santa Margherita Ligure trains use the Manarola to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino station pair. Use this guide to compare Manarola and Santa Margherita Ligure train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manarola has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Dal Billy, Nessun Dorma
Ticket office support is available at Manarola.
Available at Manarola: Taxis, WC.
Available at Manarola: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manarola: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Marina Piccola, Ca' D'Andrean, La Torretta Lodge.
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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