The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Como San Giovanni
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
4 h 52 m
Average duration
4 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Como San Giovanni 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 Como San Giovanni will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 1 trains that leave Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino for Como San Giovanni on Mon, Mar 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 164 km distance in an average of 4 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 52 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 4 h 52 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Como San Giovanni
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Como San Giovanni among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, and a bus costs an average of $32.
Distance: 101 miles (164 km)
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$26 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price |
3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 50m Average total duration 10h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Como San Giovanni train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Como San Giovanni trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:48 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h52 | 9:40 AM Como San Giovanni | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Como San Giovanni
Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Como San Giovanni run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:52, the last at 17:46. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 4h 31m.
Distance 101 miles (164 km) |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 4h 31m |
First train 03:52 |
Last train 17:46 |
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Como San Giovanni trainsIntercity, Regionale trains will get you between Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino and Como San Giovanni from $24 (€19). 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 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Como San Giovanni
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Como San Giovanni 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 Como San Giovanni, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Como San Giovanni
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- Ristorante Da Michele
- Trattoria Baicin
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Laurin
- Hotel Metropole
- Hotel Jolanda
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Genoa and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Line 1 to Portofino
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 18:30
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the station.
- Located near the station.
- Como Caffe
- Accessible facilities include restrooms for passengers with limited mobility, reserved parking spots, visual and sound information systems for the public, and accessible ticket counters.
- Palace Hotel
- Hotel Borgovico
- Hotel Metropole Suisse
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 18:30
- On the ground level.
- Bus lines: C10, C30, D10
- Train lines: S11, R18, SBB Regio, SBB EC
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