- 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
$16
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 36 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale 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 Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 10 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Santa Margherita Ligure on Fri, Jul 24, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest trains will take 3 h 56 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.
treno 3015 effettuato con bus GEM03 · Regionale Veloce 3015
Regionale TTPER 2465 · Regionale TTPER 88122 · Regionale Veloce 3277
Intercity 651
Intercity 657
Intercity 673
Intercity 651
Intercity 657
Intercity 673
Intercity 669+
Regionale 12409
Intercity 675+
Regionale 12441Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 79 miles (128 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m 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:
A bus is $10 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure costing on average $16 (€16).
Other travel options to Santa Margherita Ligure take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 19m.
The journey is about 8m faster (2h 19m by train vs 2h 27m by car) and roughly $26 (€26) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($16 (€16) vs $43 (€43)). 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, Italo.
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 Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure trains for tomorrow, Friday, July 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 651 | 5:05 AM Milan Centrale | 3h17 | 8:22 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 657 | 6:50 AM Milan Centrale | 3h24 | 10:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
treno 3015 effettuato con bus GEM03 · Regionale Veloce 3015 | 6:52 AM Milan Centrale | 4h00 | 10:52 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2016+ Intercity 511+ Regionale 12388 | 8:15 AM Milan Centrale | 4h58 | 1:13 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2016 · Regionale Veloce 2123 · Regionale 12381 | 8:15 AM Milan Centrale | 5h47 | 2:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2018 · Regionale Veloce 2125 · Regionale 12391 | 9:15 AM Milan Centrale | 5h46 | 3:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 2465 · Regionale TTPER 88122 · Regionale Veloce 3277 | 12:15 PM Milan Centrale | 4h59 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 669+ Regionale 12409 | 12:50 PM Milan Centrale | 3h51 | 4:41 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 673 | 2:45 PM Milan Centrale | 3h30 | 6:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 675+ Regionale 12441 | 4:05 PM Milan Centrale | 3h56 | 8:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€12) but you can travel from only $5 (€5) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 79 miles (128 km) distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 79 miles (128 km) |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€12) |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 4:10 AM |
Last train 8:10 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
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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 Milan Centrale 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 Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure trains use the Milano Centrale to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan Centrale and Santa Margherita Ligure train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
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 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.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
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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