How to travel from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure

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Compare bus and train for Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, and a bus costs an average of $9.

Distance: 108 miles (175 km)

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$28

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The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure is a train with an average price of $28.

This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure:

A train is $4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure costing on average $32.

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 38m.

Other travel options to Santa Margherita Ligure take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Florence and Santa Margherita Ligure including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Florence to Santa Margherita LigureĀ among Omio's users.

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from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure

How to get from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4031 Ā· Regionale 18371 Ā· Regionale Veloce 3274
    1:00 PM3h45
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    4:45 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
    $261One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4031 Ā· Regionale 18371 Ā· Regionale Veloce 3274
    1:00 PM3h45
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    4:45 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
    $261One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • FrecciargentoFRECCIARGENTO 8596+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3288
    9:54 PM2h34
    Florence Campo di Marte
    12:28 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
    $561One-way
    1 transfer

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  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4037 Ā· Regionale 18377 Ā· Regionale Veloce 3278
    3:00 PM3h45
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    6:45 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
    $261One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4023 Ā· Regionale 18365 Ā· Regionale Veloce 3270
    11:00 AM3h45
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    2:45 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
    $261One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 18371 Ā· Regionale Veloce 3274
    12:53 PM3h52
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    4:45 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
    $261One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus94742 Ā· 4731
    2:15 PM9h35
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    11:50 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    $271One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus Ā· FlixBus
    2:40 AM10h10
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    12:50 PMChiavari, Corso G. B. Assarotti (Stazione FS)
    $351One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus Ā· FlixBus
    2:15 AM10h35
    Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo
    12:50 PMChiavari, Corso G. B. Assarotti (Stazione FS)
    $351One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure

Travel to Santa Margherita Ligure 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 Santa Margherita Ligure.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Florence and Santa Margherita Ligure including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure is a train with an average price of $28.

This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure:

A train is $4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure costing on average $32.

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 38m.

Other travel options to Santa Margherita Ligure take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 0m.

The distance from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure is approximately 108 miles (175 km).
The average frequency per day from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure is:
  • Around 25 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure:
  • Trains mostly depart from Florence Santa Maria Novella and arrive in Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino.
  • Buses mostly depart from Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) and arrive in Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Santa Margherita Ligure by bus.
  • Travel with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciargento, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte to go to Santa Margherita Ligure by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure:
  • 5 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Genoa, Portofino, Rapallo, Milan Centrale. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Santa Margherita Ligure and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Santa Margherita Ligure to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Santa Margherita Ligure, you can enjoy sunbathing and swimming at Paraggi Beach, or explore the Regional Natural Park of Portofino for hiking amidst diverse flora and fauna. Experience local culture and taste regional delicacies at the markets, take a boat tour along the Ligurian coast, and stroll along the Lungomare promenade. Visit Villa Durazzo for its beautiful gardens and views, Basilica di Santa Margherita for its baroque interior, and the historic Castello di Santa Margherita Ligure. The Abbey of Cervara and Chiesa di San Giacomo di Corte offer stunning architecture and rich history.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Santa Margherita Ligure, allowing time to enjoy the beaches, visit nearby Portofino, and explore the local attractions and cuisine.

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