- Must visit
Museo Tecnico Navale della Spezia
Naval museum near the Arsenale with ship models, maritime instruments, figureheads, and exhibits on Italian naval history. One of the city’s signature cultural visits.
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
37 m
Average duration
47 m
Trains per day
101
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portofino to La Spezia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portofino to La Spezia will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 101 trains that leave Portofino for La Spezia on Mon, Jun 29, 72 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 29 the direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
On Mon, Jun 29 the slowest trains will take 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.
Regionale Veloce 3289
Regionale Veloce 3289
Regionale Veloce 3269
Regionale Veloce 12321
Regionale Veloce 3285
FRECCIAROSSA 8623
FRECCIABIANCA 8605
FRECCIABIANCA 8619
Intercity 511
Regionale Veloce 3277Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portofino to La Spezia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 34 miles (55 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$10 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Portofino to La Spezia:
A bus is $0.06 (€0.05) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portofino to La Spezia costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to La Spezia take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 0m.
The table below shows live departures for Portofino to La Spezia trains for today, Sunday, June 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 12213 | 5:28 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h17 | 6:45 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12213 | 5:28 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h17 | 6:45 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12213 | 5:33 AM Rapallo station | 1h12 | 6:45 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 3257 | 6:37 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h08 | 7:45 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 3257 | 6:37 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h08 | 7:45 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 3257 | 6:41 AM Rapallo station | 1h04 | 7:45 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12311+ FRECCIABIANCA 8605 | 7:12 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h02 | 8:14 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8605 | 7:28 AM Rapallo station | 0h46 | 8:14 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12323 | 7:59 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h21 | 9:20 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12323 | 7:59 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h21 | 9:20 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12323 | 8:03 AM Rapallo station | 1h17 | 9:20 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 651 | 8:24 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h02 | 9:26 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 651 | 8:24 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h02 | 9:26 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 651 | 8:29 AM Rapallo station | 0h57 | 9:26 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12335+ Intercity 505 | 9:00 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h15 | 10:15 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12335 · Regionale 12221 | 9:00 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h48 | 10:48 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12335+ Intercity 505 | 9:00 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h15 | 10:15 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12335 · Regionale 12221 | 9:00 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h48 | 10:48 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12335 · Regionale 12221 | 9:04 AM Rapallo station | 1h44 | 10:48 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 505 | 9:22 AM Rapallo station | 0h53 | 10:15 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12339 · Regionale 12223 | 9:42 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h06 | 11:48 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12339 · Regionale 12223 | 9:42 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h06 | 11:48 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12339 · Regionale 12223 | 9:47 AM Rapallo station | 2h01 | 11:48 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 657 | 10:16 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h05 | 11:21 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 657 | 10:16 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h05 | 11:21 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 657 | 10:21 AM Rapallo station | 1h00 | 11:21 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 | 11:15 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h10 | 12:25 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 | 11:15 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h10 | 12:25 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 | 11:19 AM Rapallo station | 1h06 | 12:25 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3097 | 11:24 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h29 | 12:53 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3097 | 11:24 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h29 | 12:53 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3097 | 11:28 AM Rapallo station | 1h25 | 12:53 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 | 11:35 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h23 | 12:58 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 | 11:35 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h23 | 12:58 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 | 11:40 AM Rapallo station | 1h18 | 12:58 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12363+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613 | 12:10 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h04 | 1:14 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12363+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613 | 12:14 PM Rapallo station | 1h00 | 1:14 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12369+ Intercity 511 | 12:38 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h15 | 1:53 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12369+ Intercity 511 | 12:38 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h15 | 1:53 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 511 | 1:03 PM Rapallo station | 0h50 | 1:53 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 | 1:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h00 | 2:15 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 | 1:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h00 | 2:15 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 | 1:19 PM Rapallo station | 0h56 | 2:15 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12385 · Regionale 12231 | 2:06 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h42 | 3:48 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12385 · Regionale 12231 | 2:06 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h42 | 3:48 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12385 · Regionale 12231 | 2:10 PM Rapallo station | 1h38 | 3:48 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 665 | 2:18 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h03 | 3:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 665 | 2:18 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h03 | 3:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 665 | 2:23 PM Rapallo station | 0h58 | 3:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 | 3:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h55 | 4:10 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 | 3:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h55 | 4:10 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 | 3:19 PM Rapallo station | 0h51 | 4:10 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 3:25 PM Rapallo station | 0h49 | 4:14 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12399+ InterCityNotte 795 | 3:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h37 | 5:14 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12399+ InterCityNotte 795 | 3:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h37 | 5:14 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12405+ Intercity 669 | 4:06 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h16 | 5:22 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12405+ Intercity 669 | 4:06 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h16 | 5:22 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12405 · Regionale 12235 | 4:06 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h42 | 5:48 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12405 · Regionale 12235 | 4:06 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h42 | 5:48 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 795 | 4:09 PM Rapallo station | 1h05 | 5:14 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12405 · Regionale 12235 | 4:10 PM Rapallo station | 1h38 | 5:48 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 669 | 4:21 PM Rapallo station | 1h01 | 5:22 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 | 5:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h55 | 6:10 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 | 5:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h55 | 6:10 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 | 5:19 PM Rapallo station | 0h51 | 6:10 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8623 | 5:37 PM Rapallo station | 0h37 | 6:14 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12425 · Regionale 12239 | 6:03 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h53 | 7:56 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12425 · Regionale 12239 | 6:03 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h53 | 7:56 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12425 · Regionale 12239 | 6:07 PM Rapallo station | 1h49 | 7:56 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 673 | 6:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h05 | 7:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 673 | 6:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h05 | 7:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 673 | 6:21 PM Rapallo station | 1h00 | 7:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3281 | 7:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h00 | 8:15 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3281 | 7:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h00 | 8:15 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3281 | 7:19 PM Rapallo station | 0h56 | 8:15 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3283 | 8:09 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h03 | 9:12 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3283 | 8:09 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h03 | 9:12 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3283 | 8:14 PM Rapallo station | 0h58 | 9:12 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 679 | 8:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h05 | 9:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 679 | 8:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h05 | 9:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 679 | 8:21 PM Rapallo station | 1h00 | 9:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 3287 | 9:10 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h05 | 10:15 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 3287 | 9:10 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h05 | 10:15 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 3287 | 9:14 PM Rapallo station | 1h01 | 10:15 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 685 | 9:26 PM Rapallo station | 0h55 | 10:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12465 · Regionale 12247 | 10:08 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h49 | 11:57 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12465 · Regionale 12247 | 10:08 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h49 | 11:57 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12465 · Regionale 12247 | 10:13 PM Rapallo station | 1h44 | 11:57 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 687 | 11:19 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h06 | 12:25 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 687 | 11:19 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h06 | 12:25 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 687 | 11:24 PM Rapallo station | 1h01 | 12:25 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3289 | 11:36 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h19 | 12:55 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3289 | 11:36 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h19 | 12:55 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3289 | 11:40 PM Rapallo station | 1h15 | 12:55 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 29 | |||||
Regionale 12251+ InterCityNotte 799 | 12:12 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h12 | 1:24 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12251 · Regionale 12263 | 12:12 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h00 | 2:12 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12251+ InterCityNotte 799 | 12:12 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h12 | 1:24 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12251 · Regionale 12263 | 12:12 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h00 | 2:12 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12251 · Regionale 12263 | 12:16 AM Rapallo station | 1h56 | 2:12 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 799 | 12:28 AM Rapallo station | 0h56 | 1:24 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Portofino to La Spezia run on average 63 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 45 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 63 |
Direct trains 45 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of La Spezia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect La Spezia trip today.
Naval museum near the Arsenale with ship models, maritime instruments, figureheads, and exhibits on Italian naval history. One of the city’s signature cultural visits.
Respected fine-art museum with paintings, miniatures, sculptures, and decorative arts from a private collection. A refined stop for visitors interested in art beyond the Cinque Terre crowds.
Contemporary art museum with rotating exhibitions and a permanent collection focused on modern and postwar art. Good choice for travelers seeking a more current cultural stop.
Popular waterfront promenade lined with palms, boats, and views across the harbor. Ideal for strolling, especially at sunset, and one of the city’s most pleasant public spaces.
Main pedestrian street through the historic center, lined with shops and everyday city life. Essential for first-time visitors wanting the atmosphere of central La Spezia.
Major central square redesigned with contemporary artistic elements. Frequently photographed and a useful orientation point between the station and the historic center.
A traditional La Spezia soup of chickpeas, beans, and wheat, created from dockworkers’ gathered grain. It is one of the city’s most distinctive local dishes.
Local mussels stuffed with breadcrumbs, herbs, garlic, and cheese, then cooked in tomato sauce. La Spezia is especially known for its mussel culture.
A classic Ligurian mussel soup or stew, usually prepared with tomato, garlic, parsley, and white wine. It reflects the city’s strong maritime food tradition.
A respected restaurant in central La Spezia known for refined Ligurian cuisine, fresh seafood, and an elegant but relaxed atmosphere.
A well-known contemporary venue offering carefully prepared dishes, strong wine selection, and a polished atmosphere near the center.
An established dining address for quality regional cooking, often recommended for seafood and a more upscale meal in La Spezia.
Moderate by Italian standards. Dining and coffee are reasonable, while tourist-area prices rise in peak season.
Service is often included or not expected. Locals may round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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La Spezia Centrale, La Spezia -> Piazza Verdi, La Spezia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portofino to La Spezia 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 La Spezia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Portofino to La Spezia trains use the S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino to La Spezia Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at La Spezia Migliarina. Use this guide to compare Portofino and La Spezia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
La Spezia Centrale is 2 km from La Spezia city centre. Public transport options include:
La Spezia Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Chef Express, Moka, Wake Up Cafe' Di Bottazzo Paolo
Free WiFi in the station with password displayed on ticket. ATMs are located inside the station.
Information desks are located inside the station near the information board.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located inside the main terminal.
Available at La Spezia Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at La Spezia Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Spezia Centrale: There are elevators from the parking garage and the road into the station as well as ramps for train access.
Nearby hotels include Affittacamere Casa Dane, La Siesta, Hotel Mary.
La Spezia Migliarina is 1 km from La Spezia city centre. Public transport options include:
La Spezia Migliarina has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at La Spezia Migliarina.
Ticket office support is available at La Spezia Migliarina.
Available at La Spezia Migliarina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at La Spezia Migliarina: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Spezia Migliarina: Elevators, ramps.
Ca' Di Boschetti is 1 km from La Spezia city centre. Public transport options include:
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