How to travel from Venice to Portofino

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Compare train, flight, and bus for Venice to Portofino

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 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 bus costs an average of $14, and a flight costs an average of $49.

Distance: 171 miles (276 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Venice to Portofino is a bus with an average price of $21.

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

A bus is $28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Portofino costing on average $49.

A bus is $119 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Portofino costing on average $140.

The fastest way to travel from Venice to Portofino is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 38m.

Other travel options to Portofino take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 12m.

Bus takes on average 5h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Venice and Portofino including taking a train, flight, and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Venice to Portofino among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Venice 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 Venice to Portofino.

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There are 3 options to travel between Venice and Portofino including taking a train, flight, and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Venice to Portofino is a bus with an average price of $21.

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

A bus is $28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Portofino costing on average $49.

A bus is $119 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Portofino costing on average $140.

The fastest way to travel from Venice to Portofino is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 38m.

Other travel options to Portofino take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 12m.

Bus takes on average 5h 23m.

The distance from Venice to Portofino is approximately 171 miles (276 km).
The average frequency per day from Venice to Portofino is:
  • Around 56 flights per day.
  • Around 43 trains per day.
  • Around 12 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Venice to Portofino:
  • Flights mostly depart from Venice Marco Polo Airport and arrive in Nice Cote d'Azur Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Venice Santa Lucia and arrive in Rapallo station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) and arrive in Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Venice to Portofino, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Portofino by bus.
  • Travel with Frecciarossa, Italo, Regionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte to go to Portofino by train.
  • Travel with easyJet, ITA, Volotea to go to Portofino by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Venice to Portofino with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
  • 0 direct flights per day with easyJet, Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Venice to Portofino often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Genoa, Florence, Rome, Monterosso al Mare. 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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