The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Cheapest price on Sep 02
$20
Average ticket price on Sep 02
$27
Fastest journey on Sep 02
2 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 02
2 h 14 m
Trains on Sep 02
26
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale 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 Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
On Wed, Sep 02, we found 26 trains from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino, including 6 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 02 the direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Wed, Sep 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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 Veloce 3017 · Regionale 123798:25 AM5h14Milan Centrale1:39 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$201One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale Veloce 32856:25 PM2h44Milan Centrale9:09 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$201One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 327312:25 PM2h49Milan Centrale3:14 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$201One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 22857 · Regionale Veloce 32772:25 PM2h49Milan Centrale5:14 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$201One-way2 transfers
Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 124192:25 PM3h12Milan Centrale5:37 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$201One-way1 transfer
Intercity 8879:10 PM2h05Milan Centrale11:15 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$291One-way0 transfers
Intercity 66512:10 PM2h06Milan Centrale2:16 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$291One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6795:55 PM2h19Milan Centrale8:14 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$291One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6577:55 AM2h19Milan Centrale10:14 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$291One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6733:55 PM2h19Milan Centrale6:14 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $16 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, while a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 79 miles (128 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino:
A bus is $3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino costing on average $20.
Other travel options to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 26m.
The journey is about 1m faster (2h 26m by train vs 2h 27m by car) and roughly $33 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($20 vs $53). 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 Intercity, Regionale.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 651 | 6:00 AM Milan Centrale | 2h22 | 8:22 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3013 · Regionale 12339 | 6:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h16 | 9:41 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2355 · Regionale Veloce 3015 | 7:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h27 | 10:52 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 657 | 7:55 AM Milan Centrale | 2h19 | 10:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale 12379 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 5h14 | 1:39 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale 12359 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h16 | 11:41 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale Veloce 2119 · Regionale Veloce 3265 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 2h49 | 11:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 659+ Regionale 12361 | 8:53 AM Milan Centrale | 3h11 | 12:04 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2018 · Regionale Veloce 2125 · Regionale 12389 | 9:15 AM Milan Centrale | 5h22 | 2:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 637+ Regionale 12381 | 11:10 AM Milan Centrale | 2h52 | 2:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 665 | 12:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2h06 | 2:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 12:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h49 | 3:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Intercity 674 | 1:00 PM Milan Centrale | 2h44 | 3:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 669+ Regionale 12409 | 1:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2h46 | 4:41 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 22857 · Regionale Veloce 3277 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h49 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 12419 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h12 | 5:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 641+ Regionale 12421 | 3:00 PM Milan Centrale | 3h02 | 6:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 673 | 3:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2h19 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale Veloce 3281 | 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h49 | 7:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 675+ Regionale 12441 | 4:55 PM Milan Centrale | 3h06 | 8:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 679 | 5:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2h19 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale Veloce 3285 | 6:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h44 | 9:09 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 685+ Regionale 12470 | 6:55 PM Milan Centrale | 3h00 | 9:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 689+ Regionale 12471 | 7:55 PM Milan Centrale | 3h07 | 11:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 3275 | 8:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h10 | 11:35 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 887 | 9:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2h05 | 11:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Trains from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 but you can travel from only $6 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 79 miles (128 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 79 miles (128 km) |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 4:52 AM |
Last train 7:10 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino trainsIntercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Milan Centrale and Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino from $6. 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 Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Centrale 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.

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Popular train stations from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Most Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino trains use the Milano Centrale to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan Centrale and Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Getting to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino from Santa Margherita Ligure city centre
S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Da Michele, Trattoria Baicin
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Laurin, Hotel Metropole, Hotel Jolanda.
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