The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence 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 Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
It's difficult to get from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce 4031 · Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 32741:00 PM3h45Florence Santa Maria Novella4:45 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€201One-way2 transfers
Regionale 18355 · Regionale Veloce 32616:08 AM4h49Florence Santa Maria Novella10:57 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€201One-way1 transfer
Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 32823:53 PM5h05Florence Santa Maria Novella8:58 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€201One-way1 transfer
Regionale 18361 · Regionale Veloce 32709:53 AM4h52Florence Santa Maria Novella2:45 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€201One-way1 transfer
Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 327412:53 PM3h52Florence Santa Maria Novella4:45 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€201One-way1 transfer
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+
Regionale Veloce 32889:54 PM2h34Florence Campo di Marte12:28 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€471One-way1 transfer
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+
Regionale Veloce 32617:54 AM3h03Florence Campo di Marte10:57 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€431One-way1 transfer
FRECCIARGENTO 8556+
Regionale Veloce 32825:44 PM3h14Florence Campo di Marte8:58 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€431One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 4029+
Intercity 67412:28 PM3h16Florence Santa Maria Novella3:44 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€271One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 4043+
Intercity 6844:28 PM3h16Florence Santa Maria Novella7:44 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€271One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
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 €19. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 40m. 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 €19, and a bus costs an average of €7.
Distance: 175 km
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€26 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price |
3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+ treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 9:54 PM Florence Campo di Marte | 3h08 | 1:02 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
Regionale 18251+ InterCityNotte 796+ Regionale 22824 | 12:40 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h19 | 6:59 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18355 · Regionale Veloce 3261 | 6:08 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h49 | 10:57 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4011 · Regionale 19388 · Regionale Veloce 3261 | 7:00 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h57 | 10:57 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18357+ InterCityNotte 89512+ Regionale 12378 | 7:53 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h20 | 12:13 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale Veloce 3261 | 7:54 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 3h03 | 10:57 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4017+ FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Regionale 12370 | 8:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h26 | 11:54 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18361+ Intercity 670 | 9:53 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h51 | 1:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18361 · Regionale Veloce 3270 | 9:53 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h52 | 2:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 | 12:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h16 | 3:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 12:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h52 | 4:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4031 · Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 1:00 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h45 | 4:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4033+ FRECCIABIANCA 8616+ Regionale Veloce 3274 | 1:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h17 | 4:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 | 1:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h51 | 5:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 2:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h52 | 6:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4037 · Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 3:00 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h45 | 6:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4039+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale Veloce 3278 | 3:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h17 | 6:45 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 3:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h05 | 8:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | 4:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h16 | 7:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4043 · Regionale 19368 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 4:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h30 | 8:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8556+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 5:44 PM Florence Campo di Marte | 3h14 | 8:58 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4047+ FRECCIABIANCA 8626+ Regionale 12470 | 6:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h27 | 9:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18319+ FRECCIABIANCA 8630+ Regionale 12300 | 7:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h44 | 11:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure
Trains from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciargento, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciargento, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Florence and Santa Margherita Ligure from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit)
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via dello Steccuto
- Trattoria Fratelli Briganti
- Osteria di Poneta
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Corolle
- Hotel Dalmazia
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-9 for intercity and high-speed trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7
- Ristorante Da Michele
- Trattoria Baicin
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Hotel Laurin
- Hotel Metropole
- Hotel Jolanda
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Genoa and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Line 1 to Portofino
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