- Must visit
Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Milan’s premier art museums, known for Italian masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the historic Brera district.
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 17 m
Trains per day
24
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.
Of the 24 trains that leave Santa Margherita Ligure for Milan Centrale on Tue, Jun 09, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 09 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 Tue, Jun 09 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 3266 · Regionale Veloce 3032
Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale Veloce 3040
Regionale Veloce 3016
Regionale Veloce 3270 · Regionale 12052 · Regionale Veloce 3021
Regionale 12396 · Regionale Veloce 3021
Intercity 684
Intercity 670
Intercity 652
Intercity 680
Intercity 674Omio 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 bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 79 miles (128 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m 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 bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan Centrale costing on average $20 (€16).
Other travel options to Milan Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 30m.
The journey is about 5m faster (2h 30m by train vs 2h 35m by car) and roughly $31 (€25) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($20 (€16) vs $51 (€42)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Intercity, Regionale.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan Centrale trains for today, Monday, June 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 12396 · 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 | |
| Tuesday, June 9 | |||||
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 12326 · 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 Veloce 3265+ Intercity 666 | 11:15 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h45 | 2:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12370+ Intercity 745 | 11:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h05 | 3:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan Centrale run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. 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 19:14. The fastest train covers the 79 miles (128 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 79 miles (128 km) |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 2:55 AM |
Last train 7:14 PM |
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Discover the best of Milano Centrale — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Milano Centrale trip today.
One of Milan’s premier art museums, known for Italian masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the historic Brera district.
The museum site hosting Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper at Santa Maria delle Grazie, one of Milan’s most sought-after cultural visits.
A leading museum of 20th-century Italian art overlooking Piazza del Duomo, with strong Futurist and modern collections.
Milan’s main square and the city’s symbolic heart, ideal for first-time visitors, landmark views, and people-watching.
A charming historic neighborhood of narrow streets, elegant buildings, galleries, and boutiques, popular for strolling and atmosphere.
Milan’s canal-side area known for scenic walks, bridges, and lively urban character, especially photogenic in the evening.
Creamy saffron risotto, the signature dish of Milan, prized for its rich flavor and golden color.
Breaded veal cutlet fried in butter, a classic Milanese main course with a crisp exterior and tender meat.
Braised veal shanks, often served with risotto, loved in Milan for its deep, slow-cooked flavor.
Elegant fine-dining venue at Excelsior Hotel Gallia near Milano Centrale, known for upscale Italian cuisine.
Established Michelin-starred restaurant celebrated for creative vegetarian cuisine and a distinctive fine-dining experience.
Well-known modern Milanese restaurant serving refined Lombard classics in a stylish, contemporary setting.
Generally pricier than many Italian cities, especially near the station. Budget eats are manageable, but hotels and sit-down dining cost more.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto charge. Tipping is not mandatory, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes and 5-10% at restaurants for good service is appreciated.
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