- Must visit
Museo Egizio
One of the world’s most important Egyptian museums outside Cairo, with exceptional pharaonic collections and immersive displays. A top cultural highlight in Turin.
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
2 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Turin 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 Turin will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
It's difficult to get from Santa Margherita Ligure to Turin without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale 12360+
Intercity 515
Regionale 12356+
Intercity 515
Regionale 12316 · Regionale Veloce 2118
Regionale 12430 · Regionale 12180 · Regionale Veloce 2142
Regionale 12326 · Regionale Veloce 2120
Intercity 652 · Intercity 500
Regionale Veloce 3261+
FRECCIAROSSA 8606
Intercity 674+
Regionale Veloce 2136
Intercity 684+
Regionale Veloce 2144
Intercity 670+
Regionale Veloce 2132Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure to Turin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 90 miles (146 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Margherita Ligure to Turin:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Turin costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to Turin take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 35m.
Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $63 (€51) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $42 (€34). The journey takes 2h 48m versus 2h 27m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Turin 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure | 3h19 | 8:33 PM Turin | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, June 9 | |||||
Regionale Veloce 3016 · Regionale Veloce 2116 | 4:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h35 | 8:30 AM Turin Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3016 · Autobus TRENORD 2212A · Regionale Veloce 2104 | 4:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h28 | 8:23 AM Turin Porta Nuova | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 652 · Intercity 500 | 6:07 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h38 | 8:45 AM Turin Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12316 · Regionale Veloce 2118 | 6:32 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h58 | 9:30 AM Turin Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12326 · Regionale Veloce 2120 | 7:28 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h02 | 10:30 AM Turin Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 658+ Regionale Veloce 2120 | 7:39 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h51 | 10:30 AM Turin Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12214 · Regionale Veloce 2122 | 8:22 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h08 | 11:30 AM Turin Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3258 · Regionale Veloce 2124 | 8:45 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h45 | 12:30 PM Turin Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12356+ Intercity 515 | 10:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h36 | 1:50 PM Turin Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3261+ FRECCIAROSSA 8606 | 10:58 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h42 | 1:40 PM Turin Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale 12360+ Intercity 515 | 10:58 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h52 | 1:50 PM Turin Porta Nuova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12366 · Regionale Veloce 2128 | 11:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h16 | 2:30 PM Turin Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12359+ InterCityNotte 794 | 11:42 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h58 | 2:40 PM Turin Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12376 · Regionale Veloce 2130 | 12:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h16 | 3:30 PM Turin Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12386 · Regionale Veloce 2132 | 1:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h16 | 4:30 PM Turin Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Turin run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:29, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 90 miles (146 km) distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 90 miles (146 km) |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 12:29 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
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One of the world’s most important Egyptian museums outside Cairo, with exceptional pharaonic collections and immersive displays. A top cultural highlight in Turin.
Celebrated film museum inside Mole Antonelliana, known for its interactive exhibits, cinema history displays, and panoramic glass lift.
Museum complex spanning royal apartments, armoury, library, and archaeological collections, ideal for understanding Turin’s court history.
Turin’s ceremonial heart, surrounded by royal buildings, arcades, and major museums. The essential starting point for exploring the city.
Elegant baroque square lined with arcades and historic façades, often called Turin’s outdoor salon and a favorite meeting place.
Classic viewpoint above the Po River, especially popular at sunset for panoramic photos of Turin with the Alps behind.
Thin sliced veal served cold with a creamy tuna and caper sauce, a classic Piedmont dish strongly associated with Turin.
Small pinched pasta filled with roasted meat and vegetables, one of the most traditional pasta dishes of Piedmont.
A warm dip of garlic, anchovies, and olive oil served with raw and cooked vegetables, a famous regional social dish eaten in autumn and winter.
Historic fine dining restaurant on Piazza Carignano, celebrated for refined Piedmontese cuisine in an elegant landmark setting.
Well-regarded contemporary trattoria known for high-quality Piedmont ingredients, seasonal dishes, and a relaxed but serious food focus.
Long-established traditional restaurant famous for classic Turin and Piedmont dishes such as agnolotti and vitello tonnato.
Moderate by Italian standards. Coffee and casual meals are affordable, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak periods.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes; 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up, not heavily tipped.
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