How to travel from Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure

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Compare train and bus for Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $6 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, while a bus costs an average of $24.

Distance: 14 miles (24 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure is a train with an average price of $6.

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

A train is $19 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure costing on average $24.

The fastest way to travel from Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure is by bus with an average journey time of 56m.

Other travel options to Santa Margherita Ligure take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 11m.

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

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from Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure

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

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

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 2127 · Regionale Veloce 3273
    2:32 PM0h42
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    3:14 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
    $61One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 2127 · Regionale Veloce 3273
    2:32 PM0h42
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    3:14 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
    $61One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • IntercityIntercity 679
    7:47 PM0h27
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    8:14 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
    $101One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 2119 · Regionale Veloce 3265
    10:32 AM0h42
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    11:14 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
    $61One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3289
    10:52 PM0h43
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    11:35 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
    $61One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleTRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005
    10:50 AM0h44
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    11:34 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
    $61One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Genoa 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 Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure.

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There are 2 options to travel between Genoa and Santa Margherita Ligure including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure is a train with an average price of $6.

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

A train is $19 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure costing on average $24.

The fastest way to travel from Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure is by bus with an average journey time of 56m.

Other travel options to Santa Margherita Ligure take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 11m.

The distance from Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure is approximately 14 miles (24 km).
The average frequency per day from Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure is:
  • Around 42 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure:
  • Trains mostly depart from Genoa Piazza Principe and arrive in Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino.
  • Buses mostly depart from Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel and arrive in Rapallo, Rapallo.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa to go to Santa Margherita Ligure by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Santa Margherita Ligure by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure with the following travel companies:
  • 30 direct trains per day with Regionale, Intercity.
  • 3 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Portofino, Rapallo, Milan Centrale, Monterosso al Mare. 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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