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Museo dei Cappuccini
Small convent collection with sacred art and devotional objects, best visited together with the hilltop church and panoramic terraces.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portofino to Monterosso al Mare is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portofino to Monterosso al Mare will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 5 trains from Portofino to Monterosso al Mare, including 5 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 15 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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Trains from Portofino to Monterosso al Mare run on average 55 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 if you book in advance.
There are 36 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (40 km) distance in 32m.
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 |
Trains per day 55 |
Direct trains 36 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Portofino to Monterosso al Mare.
The table below shows live departures for Portofino to Monterosso al Mare trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. 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 | 0h51 | 6:19 AM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12213 | 5:33 AM Rapallo station | 0h46 | 6:19 AM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 3257 | 6:37 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h52 | 7:29 AM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 3257 | 6:41 AM Rapallo station | 0h48 | 7:29 AM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 | 7:59 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h58 | 8:57 AM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 | 8:03 AM Rapallo station | 0h54 | 8:57 AM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 651 | 8:24 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h41 | 9:05 AM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 651 | 8:29 AM Rapallo station | 0h36 | 9:05 AM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12331 · Regionale 12221 | 8:59 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h21 | 10:20 AM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12331 · Regionale 12221 | 9:03 AM Rapallo station | 1h17 | 10:20 AM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 505+ Regionale 12221 | 9:22 AM Rapallo station | 0h58 | 10:20 AM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12339 · Regionale 12223 | 9:42 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h38 | 11:20 AM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12339 · Regionale 12223 | 9:47 AM Rapallo station | 1h33 | 11:20 AM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 657 | 10:16 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h49 | 11:05 AM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 657 | 10:21 AM Rapallo station | 0h44 | 11:05 AM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 12225 | 11:15 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h05 | 12:20 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 12225 | 11:19 AM Rapallo station | 1h01 | 12:20 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12361 · Regionale 12227 | 12:05 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h15 | 1:20 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12361 · Regionale 12227 | 12:10 PM Rapallo station | 1h10 | 1:20 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 | 1:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h42 | 1:57 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 | 1:19 PM Rapallo station | 0h38 | 1:57 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12381 | 2:03 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h15 | 3:18 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12381 | 2:08 PM Rapallo station | 1h10 | 3:18 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 665 | 2:18 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h47 | 3:05 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 665 | 2:23 PM Rapallo station | 0h42 | 3:05 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 | 3:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h39 | 3:54 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 | 3:19 PM Rapallo station | 0h35 | 3:54 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Intercity 680 | 3:25 PM Rapallo station | 1h28 | 4:53 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12401+ Intercity 669 | 4:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h03 | 5:05 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12401 · Regionale 12235 | 4:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h18 | 5:20 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12401 · Regionale 12235 | 4:08 PM Rapallo station | 1h12 | 5:20 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 669 | 4:21 PM Rapallo station | 0h44 | 5:05 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12411 | 5:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h18 | 6:20 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12411 | 5:08 PM Rapallo station | 1h12 | 6:20 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 | 5:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h39 | 5:54 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 | 5:19 PM Rapallo station | 0h35 | 5:54 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Intercity 684 | 5:37 PM Rapallo station | 1h16 | 6:53 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 22879 | 6:09 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h09 | 7:18 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 22879 | 6:14 PM Rapallo station | 1h04 | 7:18 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 673 | 6:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h49 | 7:05 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 673 | 6:21 PM Rapallo station | 0h44 | 7:05 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12431 | 7:03 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h16 | 8:19 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12431 | 7:08 PM Rapallo station | 1h11 | 8:19 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3281 | 7:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h44 | 7:59 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3281 | 7:19 PM Rapallo station | 0h40 | 7:59 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3283 | 8:09 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h47 | 8:56 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3283 | 8:14 PM Rapallo station | 0h42 | 8:56 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 679 | 8:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h49 | 9:05 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 679 | 8:21 PM Rapallo station | 0h44 | 9:05 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3285 | 9:10 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h44 | 9:54 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3285 | 9:14 PM Rapallo station | 0h40 | 9:54 PM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 685+ Regionale 12245 | 9:26 PM Rapallo station | 0h53 | 10:19 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12461 · Regionale 12247 | 10:06 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h26 | 11:32 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12461 · Regionale 12247 | 10:11 PM Rapallo station | 1h21 | 11:32 PM Monterosso | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 887 | 11:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h45 | 12:02 AM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 887 | 11:22 PM Rapallo station | 0h40 | 12:02 AM Monterosso | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Small convent collection with sacred art and devotional objects, best visited together with the hilltop church and panoramic terraces.
Interpretive exhibition space introducing the Cinque Terre landscape, terraces, and local traditions through concise educational displays.
Local heritage display focused on Monterosso's maritime and village history, useful for context before exploring the old town and coast.
Monterosso's old town center, filled with narrow lanes, colorful houses, and shops, ideal for absorbing village atmosphere and history.
The newer beachside district with a broad promenade, hotels, and easy sea access, popular for sunsets and relaxed coastal walks.
Main sandy beach area with iconic views toward Il Gigante, excellent for a classic Monterosso seafront walk even outside swimming season.
Anchovies from Monterosso, often salted or marinated, are a local Slow Food specialty tied to the village's fishing tradition and coastal identity.
A crisp fried seafood mix of small fish, squid, and shrimp, served in Ligurian seaside towns and prized for very fresh local catch.
Ligurian focaccia topped with local olives, onions, or herbs. It is a daily staple across the region and a classic snack in Cinque Terre.
Historic seafront restaurant known for fresh seafood, anchovy dishes, and classic Ligurian cooking in an elegant but relaxed setting.
Well-regarded traditional spot serving seafood pasta, local fish, and regional specialties in a warm, old-town atmosphere.
Classic focacceria and bakery favored for focaccia, farinata, pizza slices, and quick Ligurian bites in an informal setting.
More expensive than many Italian towns due to Cinque Terre tourism. Hotels, seafood dining, and peak-season rail costs are high, while simple meals and coffee stay reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto, so tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis are usually rounded up; cafés need no tip.
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Most Portofino to Monterosso al Mare trains use the to Monterosso station pair. Use this guide to compare Portofino and Monterosso al Mare train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Monterosso has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Miky, Ristorante Belvedere
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Ticket office support is available at Monterosso. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Monterosso.
Available at Monterosso: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Monterosso: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Monterosso: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Porto Roca, Hotel Palme, Hotel Margherita.
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