- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Florence’s flagship art museum, famous for Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. Timed entry is strongly advised due to very high demand.
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
It's difficult to get from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 18413
Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale 18423
Regionale 12251 · Regionale 12263 · Regionale 18391
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 18401
Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale 18415
Regionale 12311+
FRECCIABIANCA 8605+
Regionale Veloce 4018
Regionale 12391+
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+
Regionale Veloce 4046
Intercity 651+
Regionale Veloce 4026
Regionale Veloce 3277+
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+
Regionale Veloce 4058
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4048Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $16.
Distance: 108 miles (174 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price | $68 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella:
A train is $21 (€18) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $47 (€39).
Other travel options to Florence Santa Maria Novella take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 59m.
Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $68 (€55) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $42 (€34). The journey takes 2h 59m versus 2h 25m 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 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3016+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519 | 4:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h09 | 10:04 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12213 · Regionale 19345 · Regionale Veloce 18276 | 5:28 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h05 | 9:33 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 652+ FRECCIAROSSA 9391 | 6:07 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h43 | 10:50 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3257 · Regionale TTPER 19238 · Regionale 19351 · Regionale 18513 | 6:37 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h15 | 11:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 12311+ FRECCIABIANCA 8605+ Regionale Veloce 4018 | 7:12 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h49 | 10:01 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12323 · Regionale 19357 · Regionale Veloce 4032 | 7:59 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h34 | 1:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 651+ Regionale 18411 | 8:24 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h44 | 12:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 657+ Regionale Veloce 4032 | 10:16 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h17 | 1:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 18413 | 11:15 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h53 | 3:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 · Regionale 18395 | 11:35 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h33 | 4:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 · Regionale 19361 · Regionale Veloce 4038 | 11:35 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h58 | 3:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12369+ Intercity 511+ Regionale 18523 | 12:38 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h14 | 4:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale 18415 | 1:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h53 | 5:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 | 2:18 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h50 | 6:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 · Regionale Veloce 4046 | 2:18 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h43 | 6:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12395+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 4046 | 3:05 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h56 | 6:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4050 | 3:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h18 | 6:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 18401 | 3:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h53 | 7:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12405+ Intercity 669+ Regionale 18316 | 4:06 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h55 | 8:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale 18423 | 5:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h53 | 9:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3277+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale Veloce 4058 | 5:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h18 | 8:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale Veloce 4060 | 6:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h23 | 9:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 679+ Regionale 18332 | 8:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h34 | 11:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
Regionale 12251+ InterCityNotte 799+ Regionale 18250 | 12:12 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h16 | 5:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12251 · Regionale 12263 · Regionale 18391 | 12:12 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 7h02 | 7:14 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 17:13. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (174 km) distance in 3h 9m.
Distance 108 miles (174 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 3h 9m |
First train 4:41 AM |
Last train 5:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Discover the best of Firenze Santa Maria Novella — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Firenze Santa Maria Novella trip today.
Florence’s flagship art museum, famous for Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. Timed entry is strongly advised due to very high demand.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, plus important Florentine paintings and sculpture. Advance booking is commonly needed.
Vast former Medici palace housing several museum collections, including Palatine Gallery interiors and royal apartments.
The symbolic heart of Florence, packed with the cathedral complex and some of the city’s most photographed architecture.
Historic civic square filled with monumental sculpture and framed by Palazzo Vecchio and the Loggia dei Lanzi.
The classic panoramic terrace over Florence, especially popular at sunset and widely featured in travel photography and social media.
The iconic Florentine T-bone steak, cut very thick from Chianina beef and grilled rare over coals. It is one of the city’s most famous traditional dishes.
A classic Florentine street food made from the fourth stomach of the cow, simmered in broth and usually served in a bread roll with green sauce or spicy oil.
A hearty Tuscan soup of bread, cannellini beans, and vegetables, especially black cabbage. It is a rustic peasant dish strongly associated with Florence and Tuscany.
Established Michelin-starred restaurant offering refined contemporary Tuscan cuisine in an elegant setting within central Florence.
Long-established local favorite known for its intimate old-school atmosphere and classic dishes such as butter chicken and Tuscan comfort food.
Historic, no-frills Florentine trattoria near the central market, famous for traditional Tuscan dishes including steak, ribollita, and hearty daily specials.
Moderate for Italy: cafés and casual meals are reasonable, but hotels and tourist-area dining near the station cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not obligatory; round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafés, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxis.
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Firenze Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 Florence Santa Maria Novella, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains use the S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Campo di Marte. Use this guide to compare Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino and Florence Santa Maria Novella train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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
Free.
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.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi 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: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
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