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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan Centrale
Cheapest price on Sep 07
$20
Average ticket price on Sep 07
$27
Fastest journey on Sep 07
2 h 14 m
Average journey duration on Sep 07
2 h 17 m
Trains on Sep 07
23
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan Centrale 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 Centrale will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
On Mon, Sep 07, we found 23 trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan Centrale, including 7 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 07 the direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
On Mon, Sep 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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 Veloce 3274 · Regionale Veloce 30404:46 PM2h49Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino7:35 PMMilan Centrale$201One-way1 transfer- Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 302810:58 AM2h37Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino1:35 PMMilan Centrale$201One-way1 transfer
- Regionale 12398 · Regionale Veloce 30212:14 PM3h21Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino5:35 PMMilan Centrale$201One-way1 transfer
- Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 30196:45 AM2h50Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino9:35 AMMilan Centrale$201One-way1 transfer
- Regionale Veloce 3266 · Regionale Veloce 303212:46 PM2h49Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino3:35 PMMilan Centrale$201One-way1 transfer
Intercity 6701:46 PM2h14Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino4:00 PMMilan Centrale$291One-way0 transfers- Intercity 6847:46 PM2h14Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino10:00 PMMilan Centrale$291One-way0 transfers
- Intercity 6526:07 AM2h18Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino8:25 AMMilan Centrale$291One-way0 transfers
- Intercity 6805:46 PM2h19Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino8:05 PMMilan Centrale$291One-way0 transfers
- Intercity 6743:46 PM2h19Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino6:05 PMMilan Centrale$291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $28 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $28, while a bus costs an average of $162.
Distance: 79 miles (128 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $162 Average price | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m 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 to Milan Centrale:
A train is $134 (€108) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan Centrale costing on average $162 (€131).
Other travel options to Milan Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 3m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $52 (€42) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $24 (€19). The journey takes 3h 3m versus 2h 35m 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.
Direct services run with Intercity, Regionale.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan Centrale trains for tomorrow, Monday, September 7. 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 | 2h40 | 7:35 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 652 | 6:07 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h18 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 22820+Intercity 653 | 6:13 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h52 | 9:05 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019 | 6:45 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h50 | 9:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 12328 · Regionale Veloce 2120 · Regionale Veloce 2023 | 7:28 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h17 | 12:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 658 | 7:39 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h21 | 10:00 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12214+Intercity 662 | 8:22 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h33 | 10:55 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3028 | 10:58 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h37 | 1:35 PM Milan Centrale | 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 | 2h49 | 3:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 670 | 1:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h14 | 4:00 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12398 · Regionale Veloce 3021 | 2:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h21 | 5:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3270 · Regionale 12052 · Regionale Veloce 3021 | 2:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h49 | 5:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 674 | 3:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h19 | 6:05 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 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 | 2h49 | 7:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 680 | 5:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h19 | 8:05 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12430+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620 | 5:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h45 | 8:40 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 | 2h49 | 9:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 684 | 7:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h14 | 10:00 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12456 · Regionale Veloce 3047 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h21 | 11:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 12456+Intercity 639 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h41 | 10:55 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan Centrale
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Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan Centrale run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:55, the last at 18:14. The fastest train covers the 79 miles (128 km) distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 79 miles (128 km) |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 2:55 AM |
Last train 6:14 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Italo from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan Centrale trainsIntercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Italo trains will get you between Santa Margherita Ligure and Milan Centrale from $6 (€5). 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 to Milan Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan Centrale 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 Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan Centrale
Most Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan Centrale trains use the S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milano Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Margherita Ligure and Milan Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino from Santa Margherita Ligure city centre
S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino 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 and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Da Michele, Trattoria Baicin
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Laurin, Hotel Metropole, Hotel Jolanda.
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
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