- 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
€12
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€13
Fastest journey on Sep 20
47 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
53 m
Trains on Sep 20
27
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Riomaggiore 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 Riomaggiore to Santa Margherita Ligure will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 27 trains from Riomaggiore to Santa Margherita Ligure, including 9 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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 3270
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22916 · Regionale Veloce 3266
Regionale Veloce 3278
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22910 · Regionale Veloce 3261
Regionale 12222 · Regionale 12374
Regionale Veloce 3278
Regionale Veloce 3274
Regionale Veloce 3270
Regionale 3286
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22910 · Regionale Veloce 3261Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Riomaggiore to Santa Margherita Ligure among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €14, while a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€14 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The journey is about 16m faster (1h 9m by train vs 1h 25m by car) and roughly €11 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€14 vs €25). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Regionale.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Riomaggiore 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 12318 · Regionale 12328 | 6:08 AM Riomaggiore station | 1h19 | 7:27 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12216 | 7:12 AM Riomaggiore station | 1h07 | 8:19 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12215 · Regionale Veloce 3258 | 7:22 AM Riomaggiore station | 1h22 | 8:44 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12218 · Regionale 12354 | 8:21 AM Riomaggiore station | 1h32 | 9:53 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22910 · Regionale Veloce 3261 | 9:55 AM Riomaggiore station | 1h02 | 10:57 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12222 · Regionale 12374 | 10:24 AM Riomaggiore station | 1h32 | 11:56 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22916 · Regionale Veloce 3266 | 11:28 AM Riomaggiore station | 1h17 | 12:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12226 · Regionale 12394 | 12:21 PM Riomaggiore station | 1h36 | 1:57 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22920+ Intercity 670 | 12:28 PM Riomaggiore station | 1h16 | 1:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3270 | 1:53 PM Riomaggiore station | 0h52 | 2:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12288+ Intercity 510+ Regionale 12408 | 1:58 PM Riomaggiore station | 1h15 | 3:13 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12230 · Regionale 12414 | 2:21 PM Riomaggiore station | 1h33 | 3:54 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22928+ Intercity 674 | 2:28 PM Riomaggiore station | 1h16 | 3:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3274 | 3:58 PM Riomaggiore station | 0h47 | 4:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12234 · Regionale 12436 | 4:21 PM Riomaggiore station | 1h31 | 5:52 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22936+ Intercity 680 | 4:28 PM Riomaggiore station | 1h16 | 5:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22933 · Regionale Veloce 3096 | 4:32 PM Riomaggiore station | 1h30 | 6:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3278 | 5:58 PM Riomaggiore station | 0h47 | 6:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22942 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006 | 6:03 PM Riomaggiore station | 1h07 | 7:10 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12238 · Regionale 12452 | 6:21 PM Riomaggiore station | 1h33 | 7:54 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22944+ Intercity 684 | 6:28 PM Riomaggiore station | 1h16 | 7:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3282 | 7:43 PM Riomaggiore station | 1h15 | 8:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12242 · Regionale 12470 | 8:21 PM Riomaggiore station | 1h34 | 9:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3286 | 9:43 PM Riomaggiore station | 0h59 | 10:42 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3288 | 11:19 PM Riomaggiore station | 1h09 | 12:28 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12314 · Regionale Veloce 3016 | 2:55 AM Riomaggiore station | 1h59 | 4:54 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12316 | 5:17 AM Riomaggiore station | 1h14 | 6:31 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Riomaggiore to Santa Margherita Ligure run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 47m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:49 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 Riomaggiore 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 Riomaggiore to Santa Margherita Ligure trains use the Riomaggiore to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino station pair. Use this guide to compare Riomaggiore and Santa Margherita Ligure train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Riomaggiore has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Binariozero, Enoteca Dau Cila
Ticket office support is available at Riomaggiore.
Available at Riomaggiore: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Riomaggiore: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Riomaggiore: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Villa Argentina, Hotel La Zorza, Hotel Due Gemelli.
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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