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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice Santa Lucia
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$50
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$50
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
5 h 55 m
Trains on Sep 18
1
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice Santa Lucia 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 Venice Santa Lucia will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 1 trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice Santa Lucia, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 274 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 5 h 55 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.
2:55 AM5h55Santa Margherita Ligure8:50 AMVenice Santa Lucia$501One-way0 transfers
- 2:55 AM5h55Santa Margherita Ligure8:50 AMVenice Santa Lucia$501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice Santa Lucia
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice Santa Lucia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $66 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $66, while a bus costs an average of $71.
Distance: 170 miles (274 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$66 Average price Cheapest | $71 Average price | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 11m Average total duration Fastest 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 55m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m 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 Venice Santa Lucia:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice Santa Lucia costing on average $71 (€58).
Other travel options to Venice Santa Lucia take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 25m.
Tickets start at around $66 (€54) compared to roughly $73 (€60) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $7 (€6). The journey takes 5h 41m versus 4h 15m 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.
Live departures
Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice Santa Lucia train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice Santa Lucia trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 4:41 PM Santa Margherita Ligure | 6h09 | 10:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| 2:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure | 5h55 | 8:50 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice Santa Lucia
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Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice Santa Lucia run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:55, the last at 04:37. The fastest train covers the 170 miles (274 km) distance in 4h 41m.
Distance 170 miles (274 km) |
Average train duration 5h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 2:55 AM |
Last train 4:37 AM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity, Italo from Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice Santa Lucia trainsFrecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity, Italo trains will get you between Santa Margherita Ligure and Venice Santa Lucia from $71 (€58). 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 Venice Santa Lucia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice Santa Lucia 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 Venice Santa Lucia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice Santa Lucia
Most Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice Santa Lucia trains use the S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Venezia Santa Lucia station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Margherita Ligure and Venice Santa Lucia 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 Venezia Santa Lucia from Venice city centre
Venezia Santa Lucia train station facilities and services
Venezia Santa Lucia 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: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
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