The cheapest and fastest trains from Portofino to Milan
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
99
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portofino to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portofino to Milan will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 99 trains that leave Portofino for Milan on Fri, Nov 07, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 9 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 12386 · Regionale 12048 · Regionale Veloce 3035
Regionale 12356 · Regionale Veloce 3028
Regionale 12356 · Regionale Veloce 3028
Regionale 12396 · Regionale Veloce 3035
Regionale Veloce 3016
9998
9998
Intercity 684
Intercity 674
Intercity 670Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Portofino to Milan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portofino to Milan 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 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 80 miles (129 km)
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2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Portofino to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Portofino to Milan trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:46 AM Portofino | 2h49 | 1:35 PM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:46 PM Portofino | 3h14 | 8:00 PM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:55 PM Portofino | 4h04 | 9:59 PM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:14 PM Portofino | 3h21 | 9:35 PM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
Regionale Veloce 3016 | 3:51 AM Rapallo station | 2h44 | 6:35 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3016 | 3:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h40 | 6:35 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12310+ Intercity 652 | 4:41 AM Zoagli station | 2h41 | 7:22 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 652 | 5:01 AM Rapallo station | 2h21 | 7:22 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9998 | 5:04 AM Genoa Brignole | 2h01 | 7:05 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9998 | 5:04 AM Genoa Brignole | 2h19 | 7:23 AM Milan Rogoredo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 652 | 5:07 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h15 | 7:22 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 22820+ Intercity 653 | 5:08 AM Rapallo station | 2h52 | 8:00 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9998 | 5:11 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h54 | 7:05 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 22820+ Intercity 653 | 5:13 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h47 | 8:00 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019 | 5:36 AM Zoagli station | 2h59 | 8:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019 | 5:41 AM Rapallo station | 2h54 | 8:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019 | 5:45 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h50 | 8:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 22824+ Intercity 658 | 5:51 AM Zoagli station | 3h09 | 9:00 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 22824 · Regionale Veloce 2120 · Regionale Veloce 2023 | 5:51 AM Zoagli station | 5h58 | 11:49 AM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12326 · Regionale Veloce 2120 · Regionale Veloce 2023 | 6:24 AM Rapallo station | 5h25 | 11:49 AM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12326 · Regionale Veloce 2120 · Regionale Veloce 2023 | 6:28 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h21 | 11:49 AM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 658 | 6:33 AM Rapallo station | 2h27 | 9:00 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 658 | 6:39 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h21 | 9:00 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portofino to Milan
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 74 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 00:17 |
Last train 22:48 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Portofino to Milan start from as low as $8 (€7) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $20 (€16) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Italo from Portofino to Milan trainsIntercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Italo trains will get you between Portofino and Milan from $7 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Portofino to Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portofino to Milan 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 Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portofino to Milan
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Caffeteria Panni Caldi
- Princi
- Burgez
- Bricco Café
- U! Come tu mi vuoi
- Autogrill
- Culto
- Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
- Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova
- AC Hotel by Marriott Milano
- Tocq Hotel
- Metro lines: M2, M5
- Bus lines: 43, 56, 70, 94
- Train lines: R21, R31, S1, S11, S2, S5, S7, S8
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Via G Battista Cassinis.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro
- Osteria La Piola
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Starhotels Business Palace
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Brenta Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and high-speed services
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via Roberto Cozzi.
- Ristorante Greco
- Osteria della Stazione
- Outside the main entrance.
- €1
- Hotel Greco
- Hotel Gala
- Novotel Milano Nord Ca Granda
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and suburban destinations
- Metro: Line M5
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 7
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with several parking lots in the vicinity.
- Ristorante El Brellin
- Osteria del Binari
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Milano Navigli
- Maison Borella
- Art Hotel Navigli
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: Line M2
- Tram: Line 2, Line 9
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, accessible from Viale Certosa.
- Burger King
- Ristorante Pizzeria La Certosa
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Mirage
- Klima Hotel Milano Fiere
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 14
- Ristorante Al Vecchio Porco
- Osteria dei Vecchi Sapori
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free of charge
- Radisson Blu Hotel Milan
- Hotel Sunflower
- Hotel Berlino
- Free
- Tram: Line 12
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with access from Via Rombon.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Girasole
- Osteria Lambrate
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- MEININGER Milano Lambrate
- Hotel Gamma
- Hotel Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 19
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with various options for short and long-term stays.
- Ristorante Controvento
- Osteria delle Corti
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Mozart
- Enterprise Hotel
- Hotel Nasco
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access for suburban and regional trains
- Metro: Line M5
- Tram: Line 1, Line 10
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- 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.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, accessible from Viale Enrico Forlanini.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Molise 2
- Hotel Del Sud
- Free
- The station is a single-level structure with two platforms serving suburban and regional trains.
- Tram: Line 27
- Bus: Several lines available including Line 73 to Linate Airport
- Train: S9 suburban line
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Hotel MM Dateo
- Hotel Dateo Milano
- Free
- The station is underground with two main platforms for the Milan Passante railway.
- Metro: Line S1, Line S2
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with access from Viale Tibaldi.
- Ristorante Bocconi
- Trattoria del Pescatore
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Bocconi
- Hotel D'Este
- Hotel Palladio
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and suburban trains
- Bus: Several lines available including bus no. 90 and 91
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