The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome to Portofino
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$96
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 55 m
Trains per day
79
Distance
377 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Portofino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Portofino will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 79 trains that leave Rome for Portofino on Wed, Nov 19, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 19 the direct trains cover the 377 km distance in an average of 3 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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.
ETRUSCHI LINE 4136 · Regionale 19380 · Regionale Veloce 3288
ETRUSCHI LINE 4132 · Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282
ETRUSCHI LINE 4124 · Regionale 18361 · Regionale Veloce 3270
ETRUSCHI LINE 4136 · Regionale 19380 · Regionale Veloce 3288
ETRUSCHI LINE 4124 · Regionale 18361 · Regionale Veloce 3270
FRECCIARGENTO 8556
FRECCIARGENTO 8556+
Regionale 12456
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+
Regionale Veloce 3288
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+
Regionale Veloce 3288
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+
Regionale Veloce 3288Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Rome to Portofino
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €19.
Distance: 234 miles (377 km)
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€36 Average price | €81 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rome to Portofino train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Portofino trains for today, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 2:42 PM Rome Termini | 5h16 | 7:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 518 | 2:42 PM Rome Termini | 5h02 | 7:44 PM Rapallo station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 2:42 PM Rome Termini | 5h07 | 7:49 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
ETRUSCHI LINE 4136 · Regionale 19380 · Regionale Veloce 3288 | 3:12 PM Rome Termini | 8h07 | 11:19 PM Zoagli station | 2 transfers | |
ETRUSCHI LINE 4136 · Regionale 19380 · Regionale Veloce 3288 | 3:12 PM Rome Termini | 8h12 | 11:24 PM Rapallo station | 2 transfers | |
ETRUSCHI LINE 4136 · Regionale 19380 · Regionale Veloce 3288 | 3:12 PM Rome Termini | 8h16 | 11:28 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8556+ Regionale 12447 | 3:20 PM Rome Termini | 4h27 | 7:47 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8556+ Regionale 12456 | 3:20 PM Rome Termini | 3h53 | 7:13 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8556 | 3:20 PM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 7:00 PM Rapallo station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8626 | 3:42 PM Rome Termini | 4h39 | 8:21 PM Rapallo station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8626+ Regionale 12470 | 3:42 PM Rome Termini | 5h14 | 8:56 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8626+ Regionale 12461 | 3:42 PM Rome Termini | 5h32 | 9:14 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9652+ Intercity 687 | 4:20 PM Rome Termini | 6h02 | 10:22 PM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9652+ Intercity 687 | 4:20 PM Rome Termini | 5h57 | 10:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
9992 | 5:05 PM Rome Termini | 5h09 | 10:14 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
9992 | 5:05 PM Rome Termini | 5h18 | 10:23 PM Genoa Brignole | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8630+ Regionale 12481 | 5:10 PM Rome Termini | 5h52 | 11:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8630+ Regionale 12481 | 5:10 PM Rome Termini | 6h01 | 11:11 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8630+ Regionale 12481 | 5:10 PM Rome Termini | 5h56 | 11:06 PM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 522+ treno 12210 effettuato con bus GE032 · Regionale Veloce 3016 | 6:43 PM Rome Ostiense | 9h07 | 3:50 AM Rapallo station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 522+ treno 12210 effettuato con bus GE032 · Regionale Veloce 3016 | 6:43 PM Rome Ostiense | 9h11 | 3:54 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 522+ treno 12210 effettuato con bus GE032 · Regionale 12310 | 6:43 PM Rome Ostiense | 9h57 | 4:40 AM Zoagli station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+ Regionale Veloce 3288 | 7:23 PM Rome Termini | 4h05 | 11:28 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+ Regionale Veloce 3288 | 7:23 PM Rome Termini | 3h56 | 11:19 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+ Regionale Veloce 3288 | 7:23 PM Rome Termini | 4h01 | 11:24 PM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 796 | 10:21 PM Rome Tiburtina | 8h19 | 6:40 AM Rapallo station | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 796+ Regionale Veloce 12321 | 10:21 PM Rome Tiburtina | 8h46 | 7:07 AM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 796+ Intercity 658 | 10:21 PM Rome Tiburtina | 8h10 | 6:31 AM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 796+ Intercity 658 | 10:21 PM Rome Tiburtina | 8h16 | 6:37 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 796+ Intercity 658+ Regionale 12336 | 10:21 PM Rome Tiburtina | 8h19 | 6:40 AM Zoagli station | 2 transfers | |
ETRUSCHI LINE 4124 · Regionale 18361 · Regionale Veloce 3270 | 5:12 AM Rome Termini | 8h33 | 1:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
ETRUSCHI LINE 4124 · Regionale 18361 · Regionale Veloce 3270 | 5:12 AM Rome Termini | 8h29 | 1:41 PM Rapallo station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale 12359 | 5:23 AM Rome Termini | 5h28 | 10:51 AM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale 3261 | 5:23 AM Rome Termini | 4h30 | 9:53 AM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale 3261 · Regionale 12366 | 5:23 AM Rome Termini | 4h40 | 10:03 AM Zoagli station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale 3261 | 5:23 AM Rome Termini | 4h34 | 9:57 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Regionale 12376 | 5:42 AM Rome Termini | 5h21 | 11:03 AM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Intercity 666+ Regionale 12359 | 5:42 AM Rome Termini | 5h09 | 10:51 AM Zoagli station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Regionale 12370 | 5:42 AM Rome Termini | 5h12 | 10:54 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Intercity 666 | 5:42 AM Rome Termini | 4h57 | 10:39 AM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 854 | 5:48 AM Rome Ostiense | 6h13 | 12:01 PM Rapallo station | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 854+ Regionale Veloce 3266 | 5:48 AM Rome Ostiense | 5h53 | 11:41 AM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 854+ Regionale 12386 | 5:48 AM Rome Ostiense | 6h15 | 12:03 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 854+ Regionale Veloce 3266 · Regionale 12367 | 5:48 AM Rome Ostiense | 6h03 | 11:51 AM Zoagli station | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 854+ Regionale Veloce 3266 | 5:48 AM Rome Ostiense | 5h57 | 11:45 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9610+ Intercity 597+ Regionale 12381 | 6:20 AM Rome Termini | 6h52 | 1:12 PM Zoagli station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9616+ Intercity 665 | 7:20 AM Rome Termini | 5h59 | 1:19 PM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9616+ Intercity 665 | 7:20 AM Rome Termini | 5h54 | 1:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9616+ Intercity 665+ Regionale 12387 | 7:20 AM Rome Termini | 6h31 | 1:51 PM Zoagli station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490+ TUSCANY LINE 4021+ Intercity 670 | On time 7:35 AM Rome Termini | 5h09 | 12:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490+ TUSCANY LINE 4021+ Intercity 670 | On time 7:35 AM Rome Termini | 5h04 | 12:39 PM Rapallo station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506+ Regionale 18365 · Regionale Veloce 3270 | 7:50 AM Rome Termini | 5h55 | 1:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506+ Regionale 18365 · Regionale Veloce 3270 | 7:50 AM Rome Termini | 5h51 | 1:41 PM Rapallo station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 510+ Regionale 12406 | 8:57 AM Rome Termini | 5h06 | 2:03 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 510+ Regionale 12406 | 8:57 AM Rome Termini | 5h16 | 2:13 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 510 | 8:57 AM Rome Termini | 5h01 | 1:58 PM Rapallo station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ETRUSCHI LINE 4128 · Regionale 19354 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 9:12 AM Rome Termini | 8h33 | 5:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
ETRUSCHI LINE 4128 · Regionale 19354+ Intercity 680 | 9:12 AM Rome Termini | 7h27 | 4:39 PM Rapallo station | 2 transfers | |
ETRUSCHI LINE 4128 · Regionale 19354 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 9:12 AM Rome Termini | 8h29 | 5:41 PM Rapallo station | 2 transfers | |
ETRUSCHI LINE 4128 · Regionale 19354+ Intercity 680 | 9:12 AM Rome Termini | 7h32 | 4:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9416+ TUSCANY LINE 4029+ Intercity 674 | 9:35 AM Rome Termini | 5h09 | 2:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9416+ TUSCANY LINE 4029+ Intercity 674 | 9:35 AM Rome Termini | 5h04 | 2:39 PM Rapallo station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8616+ Regionale Veloce 3274 | 10:40 AM Rome Termini | 5h05 | 3:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8616+ Regionale 12407 | 10:40 AM Rome Termini | 5h11 | 3:51 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8616 | 10:40 AM Rome Termini | 4h43 | 3:23 PM Rapallo station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ETRUSCHI LINE 4132 · Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 11:12 AM Rome Termini | 8h37 | 7:49 PM Zoagli station | 2 transfers | |
ETRUSCHI LINE 4132 · Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 11:12 AM Rome Termini | 8h46 | 7:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
ETRUSCHI LINE 4132 · Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 11:12 AM Rome Termini | 8h42 | 7:54 PM Rapallo station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9632+ Intercity 673 | 11:20 AM Rome Termini | 5h54 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9632+ Intercity 673+ Regionale 12427 | 11:20 AM Rome Termini | 6h27 | 5:47 PM Zoagli station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9632+ Intercity 673 | 11:20 AM Rome Termini | 5h59 | 5:19 PM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 3278 | 11:40 AM Rome Tiburtina | 6h05 | 5:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale 12446 | 11:40 AM Rome Tiburtina | 6h23 | 6:03 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 3278 | 11:40 AM Rome Tiburtina | 6h01 | 5:41 PM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4500+ Intercity 684 | 12:12 PM Rome Termini | 6h27 | 6:39 PM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4500+ Intercity 684 | 12:12 PM Rome Termini | 6h32 | 6:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4500+ Intercity 684+ Regionale 12437 | 12:12 PM Rome Termini | 6h38 | 6:50 PM Zoagli station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale 12446 | 12:42 PM Rome Termini | 5h21 | 6:03 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale Veloce 3278 | 12:42 PM Rome Termini | 4h59 | 5:41 PM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale Veloce 3278 | 12:42 PM Rome Termini | 5h03 | 5:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9423+ Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | On time 1:35 PM Rome Termini | 5h04 | 6:39 PM Rapallo station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9423+ Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | On time 1:35 PM Rome Termini | 5h09 | 6:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Rome to Portofino
Trains from Rome to Portofino run on average 59 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 234 miles (377 km) distance in 4h 24m.
Distance 234 miles (377 km) |
Average train duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 59 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 4h 24m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Frecciabianca, Intercity, Frecciargento, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo from Rome to Portofino trainsIntercity Notte, Frecciabianca, Intercity, Frecciargento, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo trains will get you between Rome and Portofino from $16 (€13). 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 Rome to Portofino
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Portofino 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 Portofino, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rome to Portofino
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with both short-term and long-term options.
- Ramen Bar Akira
- Eataly Roma
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Abitart
- Hotel San Anselmo
- Hotel Villa San Pio
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for metropolitan services
- Metro: Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes.
- Luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
- Rock n’ Coffee Roma
- Arabian Kebab
- Ingredienti
- McDonald’s
- Numb's Bakery Café
- Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
- B&B Rome Tiburtina
- B&B Alba Domus Roma
- Hotel delle Province
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Metro lines: LB
- Bus lines: 62, 71, 111, 111F, 120F, 135, 163, 168, 211, 309, 409, n409, n041, C2, C3, Airport Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FA, IC, REG, FL1, FL2, FL3
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Acafe
- Moka Café
- Roadhouse Grill
- McDonald's
- Gusto
- Chef Express
- Coop Minimarket
- Mercato Centrale
- The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
- Archi di Roma Guest House
- Gemma di Roma
- The Liberty Boutique Hotel
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Located near Platform 24.
- Metro lines: A (red), B (blue)
- Bus lines: 5, H, 38, 40 Express, 50 Express, 64, 66, 70, 75, 82, 90 Express, 92, 105, 150F, 223, 310, 590, 714, 910, C2, C3
- Tram lines: 5, 14
- Train lines: Italo, FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, EN, CNL, R, Leonardo Express
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via di Monte Verde.
- Trattoria Da Enzo al 29
- Osteria der Belli
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel San Francesco
- Hotel Ripa Roma
- Hotel Santa Maria
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and local trains
- Tram: Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via della Stazione di San Pietro.
- Ristorante La Vittoria
- Osteria dei Pontefici
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Starhotels Michelangelo Rome
- Hotel San Pietro
- Hotel Paolo II
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to various regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 19
- Metro: Closest station is Ottaviano on Line A
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, open 24/7.
- Waraku
- Osteria Bonelli
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- B&B Hotel Roma Italia Viminale
- Hotel Domidea
- Hotel Eurostars Roma Aeterna
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and suburban trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 14, Line 5
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with both open and undercover spaces.
- La Sughereta
- Belstay Roma Aurelia Restaurant
- Old wild west (steak house)
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Belstay Roma Aurelia
- ibis Styles Roma Aurelia
- Hotel Roma Aurelia Antica
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Line A (via bus connection)
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