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Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Italy’s top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
Cheapest price on Oct 13
$20
Average ticket price on Oct 13
$25
Fastest journey on Oct 13
2 h 3 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
2 h 10 m
Trains on Oct 13
35
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan 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 to Milan will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
On Tue, Oct 13, we found 35 trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan, including 10 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 13 the direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .
On Tue, Oct 13 the slowest trains will take 2 h 14 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 12370 · Regionale Veloce 3030
Regionale 12410 · Regionale Veloce 3038
Regionale 12430 · Regionale Veloce 3042
Regionale 12390 · Regionale Veloce 3034
Regionale 12450 · Regionale Veloce 3046
Intercity 680
Intercity 652
Intercity 674
Intercity 684
Intercity 670Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 78 miles (126 km) distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 78 miles (126 km) |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 4:12 AM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3016 | 4:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h44 | 7:39 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3016 | 4:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h26 | 7:21 AM Milan Rogoredo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12310 · Regionale Veloce 3018 | 5:52 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h03 | 8:55 AM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 652 | 6:07 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h06 | 8:13 AM Milan Rogoredo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 652 | 6:07 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h23 | 8:30 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 22820+ Intercity 653 | 6:13 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h36 | 8:49 AM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019 | 6:45 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h36 | 9:21 AM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12326 · Regionale Veloce 2120 · Regionale Veloce 2023 | 7:28 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h21 | 12:49 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 658 | 7:39 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h26 | 10:05 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12214+ Intercity 662 | 8:22 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h38 | 11:00 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12214 · Regionale Veloce 3026 | 8:22 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h33 | 12:55 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3258 · Regionale Veloce 2124 · Regionale Veloce 3026 | 8:45 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h10 | 12:55 PM Milan Rogoredo | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3028 | 10:58 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h23 | 1:21 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3265+ Intercity 666 | 11:15 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h45 | 2:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12370 · Regionale Veloce 3030 | 11:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h00 | 2:55 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12370+ Intercity 745 | 11:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h05 | 3:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3266 · Regionale Veloce 3032 | 12:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h35 | 3:21 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 670 | 1:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h14 | 4:00 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12390 · Regionale Veloce 3034 | 1:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h00 | 4:55 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12396 · Regionale Veloce 3021 | 2:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h07 | 5:21 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3270 · Regionale 12052 · Regionale Veloce 3021 | 2:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h53 | 5:39 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 674 | 3:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h14 | 6:00 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12410 · Regionale Veloce 3038 | 3:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h00 | 6:55 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12410+ Intercity 635 | 3:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h05 | 7:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale Veloce 3040 | 4:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h35 | 7:21 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 680 | 5:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h03 | 7:49 PM Milan Rogoredo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 680 | 5:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h19 | 8:05 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12430 · Regionale Veloce 3042 | 5:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h00 | 8:55 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12430+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620 | 5:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h48 | 8:43 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12438+ Intercity 681 | 6:10 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h55 | 9:05 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3278 · Regionale Veloce 3044 | 6:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h35 | 9:21 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 684 | 7:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h14 | 10:00 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12450 · Regionale Veloce 3046 | 7:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h00 | 10:55 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12456 · Regionale Veloce 3047 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h07 | 11:21 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12456+ Intercity 639 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h46 | 11:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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One of Italy’s top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
This contemporary art museum near Porta Romana presents rotating exhibitions in a striking former industrial distillery complex.
Italy’s leading science museum is set in a former monastery and features Leonardo galleries, trains, aircraft, and a submarine.
Milan’s central square frames the cathedral and major civic buildings, making it the city’s essential meeting point and photo stop.
This artistic district offers charming lanes, Brera atmosphere, boutiques, and easy access to galleries and evening strolls.
A large landscaped park behind the castle, perfect for walks, skyline views, and reaching landmarks like the Arch of Peace.
Saffron risotto cooked with butter, stock and cheese. It is Milan's signature dish, linked to the city's love of rich northern Italian rice cookery.
Breaded veal cutlet fried in butter until golden. A classic Milanese main, prized for its simple preparation and long-standing local tradition.
Slow-braised veal shanks with vegetables, wine and broth, often finished with gremolata. A hearty Lombard specialty commonly paired with risotto.
Three-Michelin-star fine dining by Enrico Bartolini in MUDEC. Expect refined Italian tasting menus in a polished contemporary setting.
Historic Milanese restaurant near the Duomo, famous for risotto and cotoletta. Traditional, elegant rooms and a strong local culinary identity.
Long-running local favorite for classic Milanese cuisine, especially risotto and ossobuco. Warm, old-school atmosphere in the Brera area.
Moderate for Western Europe. Hotels and central dining can be pricey, but transit is affordable and budget meals, aperitivo deals, and local cafes help keep daily costs reasonable.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Milan Centrale -> Piazza del Duomo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan 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 Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan trains use the S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milano Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Milano Rogoredo. Use this guide to compare Santa Margherita Ligure and Milan 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.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale 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: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Milano Rogoredo is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Rogoredo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro, Osteria La Piola
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Rogoredo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Milano Rogoredo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Rogoredo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Business Palace, Hotel Mistral, Hotel Brenta Milano.
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
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