How to travel from Florence to Portofino

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Florence to Portofino

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of DKK 238 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of DKK 238, while a flight costs an average of DKK 3,026.

Distance: 108 miles (174 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Florence to Portofino

Compare the available ways to get from Florence to Portofino, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Portofino is a train with an average price of DKK 238.

This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Portofino:

A train is DKK 46 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Portofino costing on average DKK 283.

A train is DKK 2,789 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Portofino costing on average DKK 3,026.

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Portofino is by train with an average journey time of 3h 50m.

Other travel options to Portofino take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 53m.

Bus takes on average 6h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Florence and Portofino including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Florence to Portofino among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around DKK 238 compared to roughly DKK 454 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about DKK 217. The journey takes 3h 20m versus 2h 39m 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.

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from Florence to Portofino

How to get from Florence to Portofino by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Florence to Portofino is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
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  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 8556
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  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4047+FrecciabiancaFRECCIABIANCA 8626
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  • RegionaleRegionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278 · Regionale 12446
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  • ITAAZ1678 · AZ1417
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  • ITAAZ1684 · AZ1431
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FAQs: Travel from Florence to Portofino

Travel to Portofino easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Florence to Portofino.

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There are 3 options to travel between Florence and Portofino including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Portofino is a train with an average price of DKK 238.

This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Portofino:

A train is DKK 46 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Portofino costing on average DKK 283.

A train is DKK 2,789 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Portofino costing on average DKK 3,026.

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Portofino is by train with an average journey time of 3h 50m.

Other travel options to Portofino take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 53m.

Bus takes on average 6h 49m.

The distance from Florence to Portofino is approximately 108 miles (174 km).
The average frequency per day from Florence to Portofino is:
  • Around 73 trains per day.
  • Around 12 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Florence and Portofino as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Florence to Portofino:
  • Flights mostly depart from Florence Peretola Airport and arrive in Nice Cote d'Azur Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Florence Santa Maria Novella and arrive in Rapallo station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) and arrive in Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Florence to Portofino, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with ITA, Air Dolomiti, Air France, Vueling, Lufthansa, British Airways, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Air Corsica, BA Cityflyer, Helvetic Airways, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Brussels Airlines, Edelweiss Air to go to Portofino by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, GoOpti, Infobus to go to Portofino by bus.
  • Travel with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Italo to go to Portofino by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Florence to Portofino with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Air Corsica.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Itabus, GoOpti.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Frecciargento.
Omio customers who travel from Florence to Portofino often also extend their vacation to go to Genoa, Milan, Rome, Santa Margherita Ligure, Nice. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Portofino and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Portofino to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Portofino, you can hike to the Lighthouse of Portofino for stunning views over the Ligurian Sea, relax at Paraggi Beach, visit the secluded Abbey of San Fruttuoso, and enjoy a boat tour along the Ligurian coast. Don't miss indulging in local cuisine at a traditional Italian trattoria. For best sights, explore Castello Brown, Portofino Marina, the Church of San Giorgio, and the Parco Naturale Regionale di Portofino.
To fully experience Portofino, including its scenic harbor, nearby hiking trails, and luxury shopping, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
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