- Must visit
Galata Museo del Mare
Nearby major maritime museum in Genoa with ships, navigation exhibits, and immersive displays, an excellent excursion from Santa Margherita.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
$35
Average ticket price on Sep 17
$50
Fastest journey on Sep 17
4 h 57 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
5 h 14 m
Trains on Sep 17
36
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
It's difficult to get from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure without transferring at least once.
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Intercity 887
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Intercity 679
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Intercity 679
FRECCIAROSSA 9754+
Intercity 887
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Intercity 665
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Intercity 887
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Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale Veloce 3285Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, while a train costs an average of $60.
Distance: 170 miles (274 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$60 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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This is compared to other travel options from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure:
A bus is $22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure costing on average $60.
Other travel options to Santa Margherita Ligure take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 39m.
Tickets start at around $60 compared to roughly $73 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $14. The journey takes 5h 25m versus 4h 12m 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 Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure trains for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FRECCIAROSSA 9411+ Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 | 9:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h18 | 3:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9724+ Intercity 669+ Regionale 12409 | 10:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h53 | 4:41 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 12419 | 11:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h49 | 5:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+ Intercity 673 | 12:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h04 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9732+ Intercity 673 | 12:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h26 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale Veloce 3281 | 1:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h26 | 7:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3496 · Regionale TRENORD 2636+ Intercity 679 | 2:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h04 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9740+ Intercity 679 | 2:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h26 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9744+ Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale Veloce 3285 | 3:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h21 | 9:09 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9748+ Intercity 689+ Regionale 12471 | 4:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 11:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3504 · Regionale TRENORD 2642+ Intercity 887 | 5:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h05 | 11:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9754+ Intercity 887 | 6:18 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h57 | 11:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9700+ Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale 12359 | 5:39 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h02 | 11:41 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
8970+ Intercity 673 | 5:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 12h17 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
8970+ Intercity 665 | 5:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 8h19 | 2:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
8970+ Intercity 659+ Regionale 12361 | 5:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h07 | 12:04 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9702+ Intercity 511+ Regionale 12388 | 6:18 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h55 | 1:13 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
8974+ Intercity 673 | 7:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 10h17 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
8974+ Intercity 679 | 7:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 12h17 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
8974+ Intercity 665 | 7:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h19 | 2:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9713+ Intercity 637+ Regionale 12381 | 8:00 AM Venice Mestre | 6h02 | 2:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3486 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+ Intercity 665 | 8:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h06 | 2:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ Intercity 665 | 9:00 AM Venice Mestre | 5h16 | 2:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure run on average 22 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:12, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 170 miles (274 km) distance in 4h 19m.
Distance 170 miles (274 km) |
Average train duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 1:12 AM |
Last train 10:55 PM |
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Best time to book 70 days |
Discover the best of Santa Margherita Ligure — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Santa Margherita Ligure trip today.
Nearby major maritime museum in Genoa with ships, navigation exhibits, and immersive displays, an excellent excursion from Santa Margherita.
Town museum inside Villa Durazzo, presenting local history, period rooms, and cultural exhibitions in an elegant aristocratic residence.
Historic abbey complex with guided cultural visits to cloisters, gardens, and decorated rooms, functioning as a heritage exhibition site.
Palm-lined seafront promenade ideal for strolling, people-watching, and views of the harbor, villas, and fishing boats.
Characterful historic center with narrow lanes, colorful facades, and everyday local life. Best explored slowly on foot.
Scenic pedestrian route toward Paraggi and Portofino, loved for cliffside sea views, coves, and classic Riviera atmosphere.
Focaccia col formaggio is Liguria’s ultra-thin cheese-filled flatbread, famed nearby in Recco and widely loved around the Gulf of Tigullio.
Pesto alla Genovese is the region’s signature basil sauce, traditionally pounded with pine nuts, Parmigiano, pecorino, garlic and olive oil.
Farinata is a baked chickpea flour pancake with olive oil, a classic Ligurian street food valued for its simple coastal tradition.
Refined Michelin-starred dining in a grand villa hotel, known for elegant Ligurian seafood and polished fine-dining service.
Well-known local spot for straightforward regional cooking, including seafood, pasta and Ligurian specialties in a relaxed setting.
Historic seafront restaurant near the harbor, appreciated for classic Ligurian fish dishes, pasta and a traditional Riviera atmosphere.
Prices are higher than many Italian towns due to Riviera tourism. Hotels and dining rise in peak season, while local trains and buses stay fairly reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is fine in cafes.
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Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino -> Piazza Caprera, Santa Margherita Ligure
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure 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 Santa Margherita Ligure, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice and Santa Margherita Ligure train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus) is 7 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are several cafes and restaurants inside.
Free Wi-Fi available in the terminal. ATMs are aTMs available at the entrance and near platforms.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus).
Available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus): Wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps.
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 options include: Ristorante Da Michele, Trattoria Baicin
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Ticket office support is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Laurin, Hotel Metropole, Hotel Jolanda.
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