The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan Malpensa Airport to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
4 h 36 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport 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 Malpensa Airport to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 5 trains that leave Milan Malpensa Airport for Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino on Sat, Dec 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 06 the direct trains cover the 149 km distance in an average of 4 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .
On Sat, Dec 06 the slowest trains will take 5 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.










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Compare train and bus for Milan Malpensa Airport to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Malpensa Airport to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 92 miles (149 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€30 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest |
3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milan Malpensa Airport to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Malpensa Airport to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino trains for today, Friday, December 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:13 AM Milan Malpensa Airport | 3h45 | 7:58 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:13 AM Milan Malpensa Airport | 5h01 | 4:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:43 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 4h34 | 9:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:13 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 4h22 | 9:35 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:43 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 3h34 | 9:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:43 AM Milan Malpensa Airport | 5h51 | 9:34 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Milan Malpensa Airport to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan Malpensa Airport to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Trains from Milan Malpensa Airport to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino run on average 34 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:43, the last at 18:43. The fastest train covers the 92 miles (149 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 92 miles (149 km) |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 34 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 03:43 |
Last train 18:43 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa, Malpensa Express, Trenord from Milan Malpensa Airport to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa, Malpensa Express, Trenord trains will get you between Milan Malpensa Airport and Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino from $14 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
Intercity
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Frecciarossa
Malpensa Express
Trenord
FAQs: Trains from Milan Malpensa Airport to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Malpensa Airport 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan Malpensa Airport to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- Ristorante Da Michele
- Trattoria Baicin
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Laurin
- Hotel Metropole
- Hotel Jolanda
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Genoa and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Line 1 to Portofino
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