The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Tortona
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Tortona 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 Tortona will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 21 trains that leave Santa Margherita Ligure for Tortona on Thu, Jul 23, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 23 the direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Thu, Jul 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 45 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.
4:55 AM1h36Santa Margherita Ligure6:31 AMTortona$81One-way0 transfers
6:45 AM1h46Santa Margherita Ligure8:31 AMTortona$121One-way1 transfer
8:22 AM3h44Santa Margherita Ligure12:06 PMTortona$121One-way1 transfer
10:14 AM2h17Santa Margherita Ligure12:31 PMTortona$121One-way1 transfer
11:52 AM2h14Santa Margherita Ligure2:06 PMTortona$121One-way1 transfer
5:46 PM1h10Santa Margherita Ligure6:56 PMTortona$151One-way0 transfers
3:46 PM1h11Santa Margherita Ligure4:57 PMTortona$151One-way0 transfers
7:39 AM1h18Santa Margherita Ligure8:57 AMTortona$151One-way0 transfers
4:55 AM1h36Santa Margherita Ligure6:31 AMTortona$81One-way0 transfers
2:46 PM1h45Santa Margherita Ligure4:31 PMTortona$151One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure to Tortona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $11 (€11) compared to roughly $15 (€15) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $5 (€5). The journey takes 2h 5m versus 1h 40m 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 Regionale, Intercity.
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 Tortona train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Tortona trains for today, Wednesday, July 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure | 1h45 | 6:31 PM Tortona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 23 | |||||
![]() | 4:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure | 1h36 | 6:31 AM Tortona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:07 AM Santa Margherita Ligure | 1h59 | 8:06 AM Tortona | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:45 AM Santa Margherita Ligure | 1h46 | 8:31 AM Tortona | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:39 AM Santa Margherita Ligure | 1h18 | 8:57 AM Tortona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:22 AM Santa Margherita Ligure | 3h44 | 12:06 PM Tortona | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Tortona
Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Tortona run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€11) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 9:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Santa Margherita Ligure to Tortona trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Santa Margherita Ligure and Tortona from $11 (€11). 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 Tortona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure to Tortona 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 Tortona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Margherita Ligure to Tortona
Most Santa Margherita Ligure to Tortona trains use the S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Tortona station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Margherita Ligure and Tortona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Santa Margherita Ligure station do trains to Tortona leave from?
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.
Which Tortona station do trains from Santa Margherita Ligure arrive at?
Getting to Tortona from Tortona city centre
Tortona train station facilities and services
Tortona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Trattoria del Ciccio, Green Bar
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tortona. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Tortona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tortona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tortona: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tortona: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Villa Liberty, Hotel Oasi.
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