- Recommended
Villa Durazzo - Pinacoteca e Musei
Historic villa complex with art collections, period interiors, and decorative rooms. It combines museum spaces with one of the town’s most elegant cultural settings.
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
380 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome 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 Rome to Santa Margherita Ligure will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
It's difficult to get from Rome to Santa Margherita Ligure without transferring at least once.
InterCityNotte 794+
Regionale 12376
Regionale Veloce 4136 · Regionale 19380 · Regionale Veloce 3288
Regionale Veloce 4130 · Regionale 18373 · Regionale Veloce 3278
Regionale 4500+
Intercity 684
FRECCIABIANCA 8626+
Regionale 12470
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+
Regionale Veloce 3288
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+
Regionale Veloce 3261
FRECCIABIANCA 8620+
Regionale Veloce 3278
FRECCIABIANCA 8616+
Regionale Veloce 3274
FRECCIABIANCA 8626+
Regionale 12470Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Santa Margherita Ligure among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $72.
Distance: 236 miles (380 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$40 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price | $66 Average price | $132 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 22m Average total duration 8h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Santa Margherita Ligure:
A train is $25 (€20) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Santa Margherita Ligure costing on average $66 (€53).
A train is $31 (€25) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Santa Margherita Ligure costing on average $72 (€58).
Other travel options to Santa Margherita Ligure take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 12m.
Bus takes on average 8h 52m.
Tickets start at around $40 (€33) compared to roughly $132 (€107) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $92 (€74). The journey takes 5h 12m versus 5h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Santa Margherita Ligure trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 4124 · Regionale 18361 · Regionale Veloce 3270 | 5:55 AM Rome Termini | 8h50 | 2:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4096 · Regionale 18367 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 6:10 AM Rome Termini | 10h35 | 4:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale Veloce 3261 | 6:23 AM Rome Termini | 4h34 | 10:57 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Regionale 12370 | 6:42 AM Rome Termini | 5h12 | 11:54 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406+ Regionale 18361+ Intercity 670 | 7:35 AM Rome Termini | 6h09 | 1:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9616+ Intercity 665 | 8:20 AM Rome Termini | 5h56 | 2:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9618+ Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 8:50 AM Rome Termini | 6h24 | 3:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 510+ Regionale 12416 | 9:57 AM Rome Termini | 6h19 | 4:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4130 · Regionale 18373 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 10:12 AM Rome Termini | 8h33 | 6:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 588+ Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 | 10:20 AM Rome Termini | 7h24 | 5:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416+ Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 | 10:35 AM Rome Termini | 5h09 | 3:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8616+ Regionale Veloce 3274 | 11:57 AM Rome Termini | 4h48 | 4:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4500+ Intercity 684 | 1:12 PM Rome Termini | 6h32 | 7:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale Veloce 3278 | 1:57 PM Rome Termini | 4h48 | 6:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9423+ Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | 2:35 PM Rome Termini | 5h09 | 7:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 3:57 PM Rome Termini | 5h01 | 8:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8626+ Regionale 12470 | 4:57 PM Rome Termini | 4h58 | 9:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9652+ Intercity 887 | 5:20 PM Rome Termini | 5h55 | 11:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 822+ treno 12210 effettuato con bus GE032 · Regionale Veloce 3016 | 7:40 PM Rome Ostiense | 9h14 | 4:54 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+ treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 8:23 PM Rome Termini | 4h39 | 1:02 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 796+ Regionale 3360 | 11:59 PM Rome Tiburtina | 6h45 | 6:44 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Rome to Santa Margherita Ligure run on average 22 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 236 miles (380 km) distance in 4h 53m.
Distance 236 miles (380 km) |
Average train duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 4h 53m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 6 days |
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.
Historic villa complex with art collections, period interiors, and decorative rooms. It combines museum spaces with one of the town’s most elegant cultural settings.
Historic abbey complex near Santa Margherita Ligure with important art, architecture, and gardens. Visits are limited and typically require advance booking on the official site.
Historic house museum above Portofino with furnished interiors and commanding views. Often visited together with Santa Margherita Ligure as a classic day-trip cultural stop.
The classic seafront promenade lined with palms, hotels, and views across the bay. It is the essential walk in Santa Margherita Ligure.
Scenic bay between Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino, known for its clear water and glamorous coastal setting. Extremely popular in photos and summer visits.
Protected coastal park with panoramic trails, Mediterranean vegetation, and access to some of the area’s best viewpoints and walking routes.
Short twisted pasta from Liguria served with basil pesto, a signature regional dish strongly associated with the Riviera.
Classic Ligurian flatbread baked with olive oil and salt, eaten throughout the day and especially beloved as a local snack.
Thin crisp focaccia filled with soft cheese, a famous specialty from nearby Recco and one of the area's best-known traditional bites.
Refined seafood restaurant with a strong local reputation, elegant setting, and carefully prepared Ligurian plates.
Well-known long-running restaurant near the harbor, appreciated for Ligurian seafood, pasta, and polished classic service.
Established traditional trattoria known for local fish dishes and a relaxed, old-school Riviera atmosphere.
Prices are higher than in many Italian towns, especially for hotels and waterfront dining in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not obligatory; round up or leave EUR 1-5 for good service, and round up taxi fares.
Official public transport app
Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino -> Santa Margherita Ligure City Center
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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.

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need