The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Vernazza
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
54 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Vernazza 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 Vernazza will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 27 trains that leave Santa Margherita Ligure for Vernazza on Mon, Jun 22, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 58 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 3277 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 229415:15 PM1h01Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino6:16 PMVernazza station$141One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 3273 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 229333:15 PM1h01Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino4:16 PMVernazza station$141One-way1 transfer
Regionale 123812:03 PM1h20Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino3:23 PMVernazza station$141One-way0 transfers
Regionale Veloce 3285 · Regionale 122459:10 PM1h13Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino10:23 PMVernazza station$141One-way1 transfer
Regionale 12251 · Regionale 1226312:12 AM1h42Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino1:54 AMVernazza station$141One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 32691:15 PM0h47Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino2:02 PMVernazza station$141One-way0 transfers
Intercity 651+
5 TERRE EXPRESS 229058:24 AM0h52Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino9:16 AMVernazza station$211One-way1 transfer
Regionale 122135:28 AM0h55Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino6:23 AMVernazza station$141One-way0 transfers
Regionale Veloce 328911:36 PM0h56Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino12:32 AMVernazza station$141One-way0 transfers
Intercity 665+
5 TERRE EXPRESS 229292:18 PM0h58Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino3:16 PMVernazza station$211One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Santa Margherita Ligure to Vernazza
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure to Vernazza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Margherita Ligure to Vernazza:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santa Margherita Ligure to Vernazza costing on average $14 (€12).
Other travel options to Vernazza take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 7m.
The journey is about 34m faster (53m by train vs 1h 27m by car) and roughly $12 (€10) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($11 (€9) vs $23 (€19)). 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 Regionale.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Santa Margherita Ligure to Vernazza train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Vernazza trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:19 AM Santa Margherita Ligure | 0h47 | 12:06 PM Vernazza | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
Regionale 12251 · Regionale 12263 | 12:12 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h42 | 1:54 AM Vernazza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12213 | 5:28 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h55 | 6:23 AM Vernazza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 3257 · Regionale 12217 | 6:37 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h31 | 8:08 AM Vernazza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12311+ FRECCIABIANCA 8605+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22904 | 7:12 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h28 | 8:40 AM Vernazza station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22905 | 7:59 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h17 | 9:16 AM Vernazza station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Vernazza
Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Vernazza run on average 22 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 47m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Santa Margherita Ligure to Vernazza trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Santa Margherita Ligure and Vernazza from $8 (€6). 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 Vernazza
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure to Vernazza 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 Vernazza, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Margherita Ligure to Vernazza
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7
- Ristorante Da Michele
- Trattoria Baicin
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Hotel Laurin
- Hotel Metropole
- Hotel Jolanda
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Genoa and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Line 1 to Portofino
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Pippo a Vernazza
- Gelateria Vernazza
- Belforte
- Outside the station
- Elevators, ramps
- €1
- Albergo Barbara
- Hotel Gianni Franzi
- La Mala
- Free
- The station is small with a single entrance leading to the platforms.
- Train: Regional trains to La Spezia and Levanto
- Bus: Local bus services available
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