- Must visit
Museo dell'Abbazia di San Fruttuoso
Abbey museum in a secluded bay with historic interiors, cloisters, and monastic collections. It is one of the region’s most atmospheric cultural sites.
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
3 h 44 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Modena to Portofino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Modena to Portofino will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
It's difficult to get from Modena to Portofino without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462 · Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273
Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale Veloce 3261
Autobus TTPER B5610 · Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale Veloce 3261
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale TTPER 19247 · Regionale Veloce 3278
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 19251 · Regionale Veloce 3282
Intercity 612 · Intercity 687
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474+
Intercity 673
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466+
Intercity 665
InterCityNotte 752+
Intercity 657
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478+
Intercity 679Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Modena to Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 87 miles (141 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $22 (€22) compared to roughly $34 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $12 (€12). The journey takes 3h 38m versus 2h 57m 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 Modena to Portofino trains for today, Thursday, July 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474+ Intercity 673 | 2:23 PM Modena station | 3h52 | 6:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale 19249+ Intercity 684 | 3:00 PM Modena station | 4h44 | 7:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 608 · Intercity 675+ Regionale 12441 | 3:28 PM Modena station | 4h33 | 8:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5664 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918+ Intercity 679 | 3:39 PM Modena Piazza Manzoni | 4h39 | 8:18 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5664 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918+ Intercity 679 | 3:42 PM Modena Policlinico | 4h36 | 8:18 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 19251 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 4:00 PM Modena station | 4h58 | 8:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478+ BUS L685E+ Regionale 12471 | 4:23 PM Modena station | 6h34 | 10:57 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478+ Intercity 679 | 4:23 PM Modena station | 3h55 | 8:18 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17426+ Intercity 689+ Regionale 12471 | 6:43 PM Modena station | 4h14 | 10:57 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5676+ Intercity 612 · Intercity 995 | 6:59 PM Modena Piazza Manzoni | 4h21 | 11:20 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5676+ Intercity 612 · Intercity 995 | 7:02 PM Modena Policlinico | 4h18 | 11:20 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 612 · Intercity 995 | 7:36 PM Modena station | 3h44 | 11:20 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, July 24 | |||||
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale Veloce 3015 | 5:22 AM Modena station | 5h30 | 10:52 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2456 · Regionale 19233 · Regionale Veloce 3261 | 6:07 AM Modena station | 4h50 | 10:57 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5610 · Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale Veloce 3261 | 6:20 AM Modena Piazza Manzoni | 4h37 | 10:57 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 752+ Intercity 657 | 6:20 AM Modena station | 3h54 | 10:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Autobus TTPER B5610 · Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale Veloce 3261 | 6:25 AM Modena Policlinico | 4h32 | 10:57 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale Veloce 3261 | 7:00 AM Modena station | 3h57 | 10:57 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Regionale 19235 · Regionale Veloce 3266 | 8:00 AM Modena station | 4h45 | 12:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462 · Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 8:23 AM Modena station | 6h51 | 3:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5650 · Regionale Veloce 3906+ Intercity 665 | 9:39 AM Modena Piazza Manzoni | 4h37 | 2:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5650 · Regionale Veloce 3906+ Intercity 665 | 9:42 AM Modena Policlinico | 4h34 | 2:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466+ Intercity 665 | 10:23 AM Modena station | 3h53 | 2:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3908 · Regionale TTPER 19241+ Intercity 674 | 11:00 AM Modena station | 4h44 | 3:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TTPER 19243 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 12:00 PM Modena station | 4h45 | 4:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470+ Intercity 669+ Regionale 12409 | 12:23 PM Modena station | 4h18 | 4:41 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TTPER 88122 · Regionale Veloce 3277 | 12:23 PM Modena station | 4h51 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale 19245+ Intercity 680 | 1:00 PM Modena station | 4h44 | 5:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5658 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914+ Intercity 673 | 1:39 PM Modena Piazza Manzoni | 4h36 | 6:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5658 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914+ Intercity 673 | 1:42 PM Modena Policlinico | 4h33 | 6:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale TTPER 19247 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 2:00 PM Modena station | 4h45 | 6:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Modena to Portofino run on average 32 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€22) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 20:09. The fastest train covers the 87 miles (141 km) distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 87 miles (141 km) |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€22) |
Trains per day 32 |
Fastest train 4h 50m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 8:09 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Discover the best of Portofino — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Portofino trip today.
Abbey museum in a secluded bay with historic interiors, cloisters, and monastic collections. It is one of the region’s most atmospheric cultural sites.
Museum inside Portofino’s hilltop castle with exhibitions on local history and culture, plus one of the best panoramic terraces in the village.
Museum area at the nearby Giannettino Luxoro villa with decorative arts and historic interiors. It is a refined lesser-known cultural stop on the coast.
Portofino’s famous harbor square lined with colorful buildings. It is the essential place to stroll, sit, and absorb the village atmosphere.
Scenic waterfront promenade around the harbor with postcard views of boats and facades. It is ideal for a short classic Portofino walk.
Popular path linking Portofino to San Fruttuoso through Portofino Natural Park. It rewards walkers with forest, cliffs, and sea views.
Traditional Genoese basil sauce with pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano and olive oil, usually served with trofie. A Ligurian icon eaten throughout the Portofino area.
Thin savory chickpea pancake baked in a hot oven. Popular across Liguria as a simple street food and naturally free of gluten ingredients.
Fresh ravioli filled with wild herbs, greens and ricotta, often served with butter, sage or light sauce. A classic festive pasta from the Ligurian coast.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining at Splendido with refined Ligurian tasting menus and panoramic Riviera views in a historic luxury hotel setting.
Waterfront fine dining in the harbor, known for fresh seafood, classic Ligurian dishes and polished service with iconic Portofino scenery.
Stylish restaurant and wine bar near the marina, serving seafood, pasta and Ligurian plates in a relaxed but polished setting.
Portofino is pricier than many Italian coastal towns, with high hotel rates, upscale dining, and premium waterfront cafés; transit costs are moderate.
Service may be included via coperto or servizio. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine at cafés.
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Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino -> Piazza Martiri Dell'Olivetta, Portofino
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Modena to 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 Portofino, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Modena to Portofino trains use the Modena to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino station pair. Use this guide to compare Modena and Portofino train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Modena 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 da Danilo, Osteria Francescana
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Modena. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Modena. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Modena: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Modena: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Modena: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Estense, Hotel Europa, Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel.
Modena, Policlinico is 1 km from Modena city centre. Public transport options include:
Modena, Policlinico has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante da Danilo, Osteria Francescana
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Modena, Policlinico. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Modena, Policlinico: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Modena, Policlinico: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Modena, Policlinico: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Real Fini Via Emilia, Hotel Estense, Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel.
Modena, Piazza Manzoni is 1 km from Modena city centre. Public transport options include:
Modena, Piazza Manzoni 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 da Danilo, Osteria Francescana
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Modena, Piazza Manzoni. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Modena, Piazza Manzoni. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Modena, Piazza Manzoni: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Modena, Piazza Manzoni: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Modena, Piazza Manzoni: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Estense, Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel, Hotel Canalgrande.
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