- 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 on Sep 20
$17
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$21
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 51 m
Trains on Sep 20
32
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pisa 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 Pisa to Santa Margherita Ligure will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 32 trains from Pisa to Santa Margherita Ligure, including 4 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 117 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 55 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.
FRECCIABIANCA 8626+
Regionale 12470
Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278
Regionale 18385 · Regionale Veloce 3282
Regionale 19346 · Regionale 12230 · Regionale 12414
Regionale 19362 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+
Regionale Veloce 3288
FRECCIABIANCA 8620+
Regionale Veloce 3278
FRECCIABIANCA 8616+
Regionale Veloce 3274
Intercity 658
Intercity 518+
Regionale Veloce 3282Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pisa to Santa Margherita Ligure among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $22 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, while a bus costs an average of $33.
Distance: 72 miles (117 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price |
2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pisa to Santa Margherita Ligure:
A train is $11 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Pisa to Santa Margherita Ligure costing on average $33 (€27).
Other travel options to Santa Margherita Ligure take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 14m.
The table below shows live departures for Pisa to Santa Margherita Ligure trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18355 · Regionale Veloce 3261 | 7:36 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h21 | 10:57 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19390 · Regionale 12222 · Regionale 12374 | 8:35 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h21 | 11:56 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19390 · Regionale Veloce 3266 | 8:35 AM Pisa Centrale | 4h10 | 12:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale Veloce 3261 | 8:47 AM Pisa Centrale | 2h10 | 10:57 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 666+ Regionale 12374 | 8:55 AM Pisa Centrale | 3h01 | 11:56 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Regionale 12374 | 9:46 AM Pisa Centrale | 2h10 | 11:56 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 670 | 11:42 AM Pisa Centrale | 2h02 | 1:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18365 · Regionale Veloce 3270 | 12:06 PM Pisa Centrale | 2h39 | 2:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19346 · Regionale 12230 · Regionale 12414 | 12:34 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h20 | 3:54 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 510+ Regionale 12408 | 1:02 PM Pisa Centrale | 2h11 | 3:13 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 674 | 1:39 PM Pisa Centrale | 2h05 | 3:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 2:06 PM Pisa Centrale | 2h39 | 4:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19354 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 12308 · Regionale 12436 | 2:33 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h19 | 5:52 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8616+ Regionale Veloce 3274 | 2:52 PM Pisa Centrale | 1h53 | 4:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 | 3:06 PM Pisa Centrale | 2h38 | 5:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18373 · Regionale Veloce 3096 | 3:06 PM Pisa Centrale | 2h56 | 6:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 4:06 PM Pisa Centrale | 2h39 | 6:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19362 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006 | 4:34 PM Pisa Centrale | 2h36 | 7:10 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale Veloce 3278 | 4:56 PM Pisa Centrale | 1h49 | 6:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 684 | 5:35 PM Pisa Centrale | 2h09 | 7:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 19370 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 5:43 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h15 | 8:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19374 · Regionale 12242 · Regionale 12470 | 6:34 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h21 | 9:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 7:03 PM Pisa Centrale | 1h55 | 8:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19378 · Regionale 3286 | 7:34 PM Pisa Centrale | 3h08 | 10:42 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8626+ Regionale 12470 | 7:56 PM Pisa Centrale | 1h59 | 9:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8630+ Regionale 12300 | 9:25 PM Pisa Centrale | 2h12 | 11:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19382 · Regionale Veloce 3288 | 9:40 PM Pisa Centrale | 2h48 | 12:28 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 522+ Regionale 12210 · Regionale Veloce 3016 | 10:53 PM Pisa Centrale | 6h01 | 4:54 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
InterCityNotte 796+ Regionale 3254 | 3:26 AM Pisa Centrale | 2h24 | 5:50 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 658 | 5:42 AM Pisa Centrale | 1h55 | 7:37 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 662+ Regionale Veloce 3258 | 6:42 AM Pisa Centrale | 2h02 | 8:44 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Pisa to Santa Margherita Ligure run on average 26 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (117 km) distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 72 miles (117 km) |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
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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 Pisa 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 Pisa to Santa Margherita Ligure trains use the Pisa Centrale to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino station pair. Use this guide to compare Pisa and Santa Margherita Ligure train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pisa Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Panetteria Binario 1
There is free Wi-Fi available at the McDonald's.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 20:30. Information desks are located just outside the station on Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II.
Luggage storage is there is a luggage storage office near the end of Platform 1.
Available at Pisa Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pisa Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pisa Centrale: Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators, ramps, and disabled parking. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Pisa, Hotel La Pace, Hotel Maria.
Pisa San Rossore is 1 km from Pisa city centre. Public transport options include:
Pisa San Rossore has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Ristorante pizzeria, SushiKing, Ristorante Cinese Oriente
The ticket office is open 24/7.
Available at Pisa San Rossore: Parking, WC.
Available at Pisa San Rossore: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pisa San Rossore: Elevators on every platform. Sala Blu services can be reached at +39 0647308579.
Nearby hotels include Rosso di Sera Relais Tuscany, Le Cascine, Camping Village Torre Pendente.
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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