The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€23
Fastest journey
3 h 13 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 7 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino on Mon, Aug 03, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 4 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
treno 3015 effettuato con bus GEM03 · Regionale Veloce 30156:52 AM4h00Milan Centrale10:52 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€161One-way1 transfer
Regionale TTPER 2465 · Regionale TTPER 88122 · Regionale Veloce 327712:15 PM4h59Milan Centrale5:14 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€211One-way2 transfers
Intercity 6576:50 AM3h24Milan Centrale10:14 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€241One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6515:05 AM3h17Milan Centrale8:22 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€241One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6878:05 PM3h15Milan Centrale11:20 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€241One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6795:05 PM3h13Milan Centrale8:18 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€241One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6878:05 PM3h15Milan Centrale11:20 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€241One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6515:05 AM3h17Milan Centrale8:22 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€241One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6576:50 AM3h24Milan Centrale10:14 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€241One-way0 transfers
treno 3015 effettuato con bus GEM03 · Regionale Veloce 30156:52 AM4h00Milan Centrale10:52 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€161One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 128 km
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€17 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Intercity 651 | 5:05 AM Milan Centrale | 3h17 | 8:22 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 657 | 6:50 AM Milan Centrale | 3h24 | 10:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
treno 3015 effettuato con bus GEM03 · Regionale Veloce 3015 | 6:52 AM Milan Centrale | 4h00 | 10:52 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2016 · Regionale Veloce 2123 · Regionale 12381 | 8:15 AM Milan Centrale | 5h47 | 2:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 2465 · Regionale TTPER 88122 · Regionale Veloce 3277 | 12:15 PM Milan Centrale | 4h59 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 679 | 5:05 PM Milan Centrale | 3h13 | 8:18 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 687 | 8:05 PM Milan Centrale | 3h15 | 11:20 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Trains from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 7:25 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino trainsIntercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Milan Centrale and Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino from €5. 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 Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino 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-Portofino, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Most Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino trains use the Milano Centrale to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan Centrale and Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Getting to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino from Santa Margherita Ligure city centre
S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino train station facilities and services
S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Da Michele, Trattoria Baicin
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Laurin, Hotel Metropole, Hotel Jolanda.
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